Assistant Manager Job Description

The term "assistant manager" refers to a position in a variety of industries that is responsible for providing supervisory support in the day-to-day administration of business operations.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities of a typical assistant manager can include hiring and firing, creating work schedules, serving customers, completing sales transactions, bookkeeping, and a number of other duties specific to the industry.

Industries

The title of assistant manager is common in the retail/sales, food service and hospitality industries. However, the term can also refer to positions in any number of highly specialized fields.

Other Demands

Many assistant manager jobs, notably those in retail, food service and hospitality, require long periods of standing, as well as repetitive activities that involve lifting or bending. Often, particularly in these industries, the business will have multiple assistant managers, which can result in flexible work schedules.

Requirements

Qualified candidates for assistant manager positions generally have relevant entry-level industry experience. Occasionally, formal education will make up for a lack of experience. For many assistant manager positions, nothing more than a high school diploma or GED is required.

Compensation

Compensation for assistant managers varies widely by location, experience, industry, responsibilities and other factors. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, sales workers in a supervisory position earned an average income of $35,310 in 2008. Food service supervisors earned an average annual wage of $28,970.

References

• Bureau of Labor Statistics: Sales Worker Supervisors
• Bureau of Labor Statistics: Food Service Workers
• Indeed: Assistant Manager Jobs