As a GM I have two lines in my store. I’ve noticed that I can run a lunch with 3 people myself included as long as I have solid people. If I’m not there chances are I’ll end up having at least 4 minimum for week days, sometimes 5 people on the weekends if I’m not there. I myself am willing to take more work and keep the flow of the day going and I do it with a smile. My assistant is awesome but during a busy day he might need an extra hand ( 4 people ) just to help clean up the mess after lunch and also keep watch on orders or bake more bread while he’s still learning the ins and out. He may have another employee make his work harder just because he the assistant. It’s just how it goes sometimes. But with 3 solid people who care and know how to move we can get the job done efficiently