Assistant Manager Jobs in Olympia, WA

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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Burgerville Assistant Manager Washington NON-EXEMPT Centralia

  • Burgerville, LLC
  • Centralia, WA (16 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Centralia, WA (16 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 11 days ago

The Assistant Manager is responsible for leading the restaurant when the General Manager is unavailable and plays a key role in supporting food quality, team development, operational excellence, and...

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Assistant Manager

  • Panda Restaurant Group, Inc.
  • Lacey, WA (4 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Lacey, WA (4 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 20 days ago

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

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Assistant Director-Pastoral Ministry

  • Saint Martin's University
  • Lacey, WA (4 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Lacey, WA (4 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 20 days ago

The Assistant Director for Pastoral Ministry serves as a key member of the Campus Ministry professional team, supporting the Office of Campus Ministry's mission to enrich the spiritual and...

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Assistant Director of Residence Life

  • Saint Martin's University
  • Lacey, WA (4 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Lacey, WA (4 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 28 days ago

The Assistant Director (AD) is responsible for creating a supportive residential living environment that promotes the values and practice of Catholic, Benedictine living and education. As an...

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Assistant Director of Equity in Public Spending

  • State of Washington
  • Olympia, WA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • 30+ days ago

Assistant Director of Equity in Public Spending (WMS BAND 2) This is an overtime exempt role, and the position can expect to work beyond a 40 hour work week occasionally. Standard business hours...

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Assistant Manager

  • Del Taco Restaurants, Inc.
  • Lacey, WA (4 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Lacey, WA (4 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 90+ days ago

This job posting is for a position in a restaurant owned and operated by an independent franchisee, not Del Taco LLC. This means the independent franchisee, and not Del Taco LLC will be your...

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Demographic Data for Olympia, WA

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Salary for Assistant Manager Jobs in Olympia, WA

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 Olympia, WA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
34.9%
High School or GED
26.0%
Associate's Degree
15.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
11.1%
Master's Degree
7.8%
Some College
2.7%
Some High School
0.9%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Assistant Managers in Olympia, WA
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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