TENNESSEE STATE PARKS (TSP) ASSISTANT RESTAURANT MANAGER - 08242026-80441

Job Information

State of Tennessee Job Information

Opening Date/Time08/24/2026 12:00AM Central TimeClosing Date/Time09/06/2026 11:59PM Central TimeSalary (Monthly)$3,631.00Salary (Annually)$43,572.00Job TypeFull-TimeCity, State LocationBuchannan, TNDepartmentEnvironment and Conservation

LOCATION OF (1) POSITION(S) TO BE FILLED: DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT & CONSERVATION, HENRY COUNTY

This position is located at Paris Landing State Park Lodge in Buchanan, TN.

For more information, visit the link below:

https://www.tn.gov/content/dam/tn/environment/job-announcements-/preferred-service/00010728_asst_rest_mgr_plsp_tdec-job-opp_ps_ua.pdf

Qualifications

Education and Experience: Education equivalent to graduation from a standard high school and experience equivalent of two years of work in the food service industry.

Substitution of Education for Experience: Additional coursework at an accredited college or university in dietetics, food service systems administration, or other acceptable field may be substituted for the required experience, on a year-for-year basis.

Necessary Special Qualifications:

• A valid motor vehicle operator's license may be required for employment in some positions.
• Willing to obtain the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) Server Permit within 61 days of hire date.
• Willing to obtain Manager level food safety certification with in 90 days of hire.

Overview

The Assistant Restaurant Manager plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the restaurant's front-of-house (FOH) team.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for direct oversight of the restaurant and catering related events in restaurant.
• Assist in the training and development of restaurant service staff to ensure a positive guest experience and that cleanliness standards are maintained.
• Ensure restaurant employees are properly trained on the use of chemicals, equipment, food and beverage service, and food safety.
• Ensure guest satisfaction by successfully resolving disputes, welcoming suggestions, and meeting special requests.
• Evaluate service staff on menu knowledge, attentiveness to customers, and completion of shift responsibilities.
• Prepare shift schedules for restaurant employees based on projected business volume to ensure optimal coverage and profitability.
• Oversee the cleaning and setting up of meeting spaces based on customer expectations.

Competencies (KSA's)

Competencies:

• Directs Work
• Customer Focus
• Situational Adaptability
• Nimble Learning
• Manages Conflict

Knowledges:

• Food Production
• Customer and Personal Service
• Production and Processing

Skills:

• Management of Personnel Resources
• Coordination
• Judgment and Decision Making
• Management of Material Resources
• Quality Control Analysis

Abilities:

• Prolonged Stamina
• Multilimb Strength
• Number Facility
• Problem Sensitivity

Tools & Equipment

• Computer, Printer, Copy Machine, Office Supplies
• Food & Beverage/Kitchen Equipment (i.e. Oven, Fryers, etc.)
• Phone, Two-Way Radios
• Motor Vehicles (i.e. State Vehicle, Golf/Utility Cart)
• Cleaning Equipment (i.e. Filters, Grill Pads, Chemicals, etc.)

TN Driver Standards

State of Tennessee positions that may involve driving responsibilities require candidates to meet the following minimum driver qualifications:

• A valid driver's license
• For the past five years, the candidate's driver record must not have record of the following violations: driving under the influence (DUI), reckless driving, license suspension for moving violations, more than 4 moving violations.

Please include your Driver's License Information under the Licenses and Certifications section of your application.

Agencies may allow an exception based on other factors.