Assistant General Manager

Fuku Restaurant; Dammam; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality venue in Dammam, Saudi Arabia, seeks an experienced Assistant General Manager. This role focuses on BOH management initially, ensuring kitchen operations and staff training to uphold quality standards. You will support inventory management, enhance guest experiences, and foster a positive team environment. Ideal candidates have 2+ years in high-volume restaurants and strong BOH skills. This is an onsite position, offering a unique opportunity to grow within a dynamic restaurant environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of supervisory or assistant management experience in a high-volume restaurant.
• Strong BOH skill set, including food safety and kitchen systems.
• Ability to train BOH procedures and recipes.

Responsibilities

• Support BOH operations, including recipe execution and food safety.
• Serve as Manager on Duty, ensuring guest satisfaction.
• Assist with BOH ordering and inventory management.

Skills

Supervisory skills

BOH operations

Food safety

Team development

Communication

Tools

POS systems

Inventory management software

Job description

First crafted as an off-menu item by chefs at David Chang’s NYC Momofuku Noodle Bar, our original sando was too good to be kept behind the counter. And then it was too big for the restaurant. So it got its own East Village joint in 2015. And it’s been Fukusanity ever since

About the role

The Assistant General Manager plays a key leadership role in supporting daily restaurant operations and ensuring every guest receives a warm, hospitality-driven experience at Fuku. The AGM works closely with the General Manager to guide FOH and BOH teams, maintain operational excellence, and develop a positive, high-performance environment where team members can grow.

At Fuku, our leaders bring our Mission, Vision, and Values to life on every shift. The AGM helps set the tone for hospitality, culture, communication, and teamwork by leading with care, clarity, and accountability.

This AGM role will be primarily BOH management-focused during the opening phases and early months. This includes supporting kitchen operations, recipe execution, prep, equipment readiness, sanitation standards, and building strong BOH systems before shifting into more balanced FOH and BOH responsibilities.

Work Location:

This position is onsite and based in Miami, Florida.

Responsibilities:

1. BOH Leadership and Training

• Support BOH operations, including prep, recipe execution, food safety, and station readiness
• Train and coach BOH team members to uphold Fuku’s quality and safety standards
• Maintain organization, cleanliness, labeling, and FIFO systems

2. Shift Leadership and Guest Experience

• Serve as Manager on Duty as assigned
• Support FOH flow, hospitality standards, and guest recovery
• Lead shift huddles and communicate updates, menu changes, and expectations

3. Inventory and Cost Awareness

• Assist with BOH ordering, receiving, and weekly inventory counts
• Support waste reduction, portioning accuracy, and cost control practices

4. Team Development and Culture

• Help onboard, train, coach, and recognize team members
• Foster a positive, inclusive environment aligned with Fuku’s Mission, Vision, and Values

5. Safety, Cleanliness, and Compliance

• Uphold DOH, sanitation, and food safety procedures
• Support equipment maintenance and cleanliness standards

6. Administrative Support

• Assist the GM with scheduling, systems training, reporting and documentation
• Learn Fuku platforms including POS, inventory, and ordering software

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Minimum 2 years of supervisory or assistant management experience in a high-volume, fast-paced restaurant environment
• Strong BOH skill set, including prep, cooking, food safety, equipment management, and kitchen systems
• Ability to learn, execute, and train BOH procedures, recipes, and prep systems with confidence
• Leadership skills with a focus on coaching, communication, and team development
• Working knowledge of FOH operations and a willingness to grow into a balanced FOH and BOH leadership role
• Familiarity with financial performance, including inventory practices, food cost, and labor oversight
• Food handler certification preferred or the ability to obtain one
• Experience with restaurant technology platforms, including inventory, scheduling, and POS systems
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to communicate clearly in the language(s) of the work location