Assistant Manager Jobs in Covington, KY

The Assistant Manager in the hospitality industry plays a crucial role in the smooth operation of the establishment, such as hotels or restaurants. They are responsible for overseeing the daily operations, ensuring the highest level of customer service is provided, scheduling staff shifts, managing financials, and resolving customer complaints. They also assist the Manager with strategic planning, staff training, and implementing operational improvements. In some cases, they may also be involved in hiring and employee evaluations.

An Assistant Manager should have exceptional communication and leadership skills, as well as the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. They should also have a strong understanding of customer service and the ability to solve problems efficiently. Some certifications that would be advantageous for this role include a Degree in Hospitality Management, and certificates in Food Safety and First Aid Training. Prior to becoming an Assistant Manager, one could have roles such as Guest Services Representative, Front Desk Supervisor, or Restaurant Supervisor, which provides valuable experience in operations and customer service.

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Assistant Restaurant Manager

  • Lawrenceburg, IN (20 miles from Covington, KY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lawrenceburg, IN (20 miles from Covington, KY)
  • 1 day ago

The Assistant Restaurant Manager role provides a training ground for restaurant management....

Assistant Manager - Salary

  • Amelia, OH (17 miles from Covington, KY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Amelia, OH (17 miles from Covington, KY)
  • 1 day ago

If you're an experienced restaurant or retail assistant manager, think about a career with Pizza Hut. You know who you are - a natural leader, you love putting together a winning team....

Assistant Manager - Hourly

  • Harrison, OH (16 miles from Covington, KY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Harrison, OH (16 miles from Covington, KY)
  • 1 day ago

If you're an experienced restaurant or retail assistant manager, think about a career with Pizza Hut. You know who you are - a natural leader, you love putting together a winning team....

Assistant Manager

  • Cincinnati, OH (7 miles from Covington, KY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH (7 miles from Covington, KY)
  • 2 days ago

We're looking for talented Assistant Managers: If your career goals include making a difference as a leader every day in a fast-paced upbeat environment then you might just belong on our team....

Assistant Manager

  • Cincinnati, OH (16 miles from Covington, KY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH (16 miles from Covington, KY)
  • 5 days ago

ASSISTANT MANAGER Carrols LLC is the largest Burger King Franchise. We own and operate over 800 Burger King Restaurants....

Assistant Kitchen Manager - 7.5 Hours

  • Mason, OH (23 miles from Covington, KY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Mason, OH (23 miles from Covington, KY)
  • 8 days ago

Position Type: Food Service/Food Service Manager Date Posted: 6/6/2025 Location: Milford High School District:   Milford Exempted Village Schools  Additional Information: Show/Hide...

Assistant Kitchen Manager - 7.5 Hours

  • Cincinnati, OH (7 miles from Covington, KY)
  • 10 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH (7 miles from Covington, KY)
  • 10 days ago

Position Type: Food Service/ Food Service Manager Date Posted: 6/6/2025 Location: Milford High School District:   Milford Exempted Village Schools    Replacement: One (1) - ASSISTANT...

Assistant Manager

  • West Chester, OH (19 miles from Covington, KY)
  • 14 days ago
  • West Chester, OH (19 miles from Covington, KY)
  • 14 days ago

service standards.Ensure proper staffing in each area.Perform daily, opening, and closing operational and administrative duties.Reinforce guest and operational focus through MBWA (Managing By Walking...

Assistant Manager

  • Cincinnati, OH (7 miles from Covington, KY)
  • 15 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH (7 miles from Covington, KY)
  • 15 days ago

What You'll Do As An Assistant Manager: You are in charge of assisting the operation of a single store....

Assistant General Manager

  • Alexandria, KY (12 miles from Covington, KY)
  • 16 days ago
  • Alexandria, KY (12 miles from Covington, KY)
  • 16 days ago

ASSISTANT MANAGER Carrols LLC is the largest Burger King Franchise. We own and operate over 800 Burger King Restaurants....

Dining Services Assistant Manager

  • Cincinnati, OH (7 miles from Covington, KY)
  • 18 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH (7 miles from Covington, KY)
  • 18 days ago

Responsibilities The Dining Services Assistant Manager is responsible for assisting the Dining Services Manager in overseeing the dining operations and ensuring high standards of food quality, safety...

Procurement Practice Associate Manager, Technology - Software

  • Cincinnati, OH (7 miles from Covington, KY)
  • 25 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH (7 miles from Covington, KY)
  • 25 days ago

Job Description We Are: Accenture is a leading global professional services company that helps the world's leading businesses, governments and other organizations build their digital core,...

Restaurant Assistant Manager

  • Blue Ash, OH (15 miles from Covington, KY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Blue Ash, OH (15 miles from Covington, KY)
  • 30+ days ago

Restaurant Assistant Manager Salary Description 16-18...

Full-Time Restaurant Assistant Manager

  • Florence, KY (6 miles from Covington, KY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Florence, KY (6 miles from Covington, KY)
  • 30+ days ago

Role Summary: A Restaurant Assistant Manager is responsible for providing hands-on support and guidance for the restaurant operations....

Assistant Manager - Airport Lounge

  • Hebron, KY (9 miles from Covington, KY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hebron, KY (9 miles from Covington, KY)
  • 30+ days ago

The Assistant Manager needs to have a strong eye for detail, provide overall excellent service standards and lead the team....

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Salary for Assistant Manager Jobs in Covington, KY

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHospitality research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Assistant Manager positions.



Highest Education Level

Assistant Managers in Covington, KY offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
34.2%
High School or GED
26.7%
Associate's Degree
16.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
11.3%
Master's Degree
7.4%
Some College
2.7%
Some High School
1.0%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Assistant Managers in Covington, KY
4-6 years
36.0%
2-4 years
20.6%
None
18.7%
Less than 1 year
18.3%
1-2 years
3.6%
6-8 years
1.5%
8-10 years
0.8%
10+ years
0.5%



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