Assistant Restaurant Manager – Jal & Jalebi

Jal & Jalebi, the award-winning restaurant at GANGA KINARE – A Riverside Boutique Resort, Rishikesh, is looking for an experienced and guest-focused Assistant Restaurant Manager to join our team.

The ideal candidate should have a strong passion for premium F&B; service, excellent communication skills, impeccable personal grooming and the ability to create memorable, personalised dining experiences for our guests.

Roles & Responsibilities

- Assist the Restaurant Manager in the day-to-day operations of Jal & Jalebi, ensuring smooth and efficient restaurant service.
- Deliver warm, personalised and premium F&B; experiences that reflect the standards and personality of Jal & Jalebi and GANGA KINARE.
- Personally oversee and execute curated dining experiences, including our signature F&B; thali experiences, private dining and personalised butler-style services.
- Ensure consistently high standards of service, presentation, hygiene and guest interaction.
- Welcome and engage with guests personally, understand their preferences and proactively enhance their dining experience.
- Be able to confidently communicate the story, concept and talking points behind our food, experiences and the restaurant.
- Manage high guest footfalls and busy service periods while maintaining service quality and composure.
- Supervise restaurant associates during service and ensure effective coordination between F&B; service, kitchen and other hotel departments.
- Train, coach and groom team members on service standards, grooming, etiquette, product knowledge and guest engagement.
- Lead by example and create a culture of professionalism, warmth, ownership and attention to detail.
- Handle guest feedback, requests and complaints professionally and ensure timely resolution.
- Monitor table setups, mise-en-place, restaurant presentation and overall readiness before and during service.
- Assist with inventory control, billing, cash handling and other operational responsibilities as required.
- Adapt quickly to changing guest requirements,



operational situations and special requests.
- Maintain a high level of professionalism and composure under pressure, particularly during peak service periods.
- Work closely with the Restaurant Manager to continuously identify opportunities to improve the guest experience and restaurant operations.

Requirements

- 2–5 years of experience in a quality hotel, resort, premium restaurant or fine/premium dining environment.
- Excellent spoken English and the ability to communicate confidently and naturally with guests.
- Strong interpersonal and guest-handling skills with a genuine passion for hospitality.
- Impeccable personal grooming, appearance and professional etiquette.
- Solid understanding of premium F&B; service standards.
- Confidence in interacting with guests and delivering personalised dining experiences and service narratives.
- Ability to handle high-volume operations and demanding service situations without compromising guest experience.
- Experience in training, mentoring and grooming F&B; team members.
- Ability to confidently present and explain menu items, experiences and relevant guest talking points.
- Positive attitude with a strong willingness to learn, adapt and take ownership.
- Ability to work flexible hours, weekends and holidays as required in a hospitality environment.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Calm, composed and professional under pressure.
- A genuine passion for creating memorable guest experiences rather than simply delivering routine service.

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for someone who is more than an F&B; supervisor — someone who enjoys being on the floor, interacting with guests, telling the story of the experience and making every guest feel personally looked after.

The right candidate should be polished, warm, confident, energetic, curious and willing to go the extra mile to create exceptional hospitality experiences.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹40,000.00 per month

Benefits:

- Food provided
- Paid time off

Experience:

- Restaurant management: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Assistant Restaurant Manager (India)
🏢 GANGA KINARE - A Riverside Boutique Resort
📍 India