Assistant General Manager

Pins Mechanical Co.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

401(k) matching

Employee discount

Paid training

Bonus pay

Job summary

Pins Mechanical Co. in Austin, TX is seeking a hands-on Assistant General Manager to be the GM’s right hand, overseeing daily operations and developing a high-performing hospitality team.

Translate the GM’s goals into action, lead by example, and ensure outstanding guest experiences while managing scheduling, payroll, inventory, and compliance. You’ll drive operational excellence with a proactive, energetic leadership style.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of leadership experience in high-volume restaurants, bars, or hospitality venues.
• Proven ability to hire, train, manage, and develop managers and large teams effectively.
• Strong operational, organizational, and financial management skills.
• Exceptional guest service skills with a track record of delivering consistent experiences.
• Excellent communication, coaching, and problem-solving abilities.
• High-energy, proactive, and hands-on leader with a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily, shift-based, and closing operations to ensure the venue runs smoothly.
• Monitor cleanliness, organization, and operational efficiency across all areas.
• Step in to support team members during peak periods or operational challenges.
• Hire, interview, onboard, train, mentor, and schedule team members, including bartenders, barbacks, servers, and Hospitality Managers.
• Conduct performance evaluations, set objectives, and implement development plans with the GM.
• Hold team members accountable while fostering a positive, high-energy culture.
• Communicate daily targets, goals, and expectations to all team members.
• Hold Hospitality Managers accountable for onboarding and ongoing training.

Skills

Leadership

Hiring & Training

Operations Management

Guest Service Excellence

Communication & Coaching

Problem-solving

Tools

POS systems

Payroll software

Scheduling software

Job description

Position Overview

Pins Mechanical Co. is a social gathering destination where old-school entertainment meets great food and drinks. From duckpin bowling to pinball and shuffleboard, we bring people together for fun, memorable experiences.

Pins Mechanical Co. is a social gathering destination where old-school entertainment meets great food and drinks. From duckpin bowling to pinball and shuffleboard, we bring people together for fun, memorable experiences.

We’re seeking a hands‑on, operationally strong Assistant General Manager to serve as the GM’s right hand and oversee all aspects of daily operations. You will manage the Hospitality Managers, ensure operational excellence, and own team development from hiring through performance management.

As AGM, you’ll be responsible for translating the GM’s goals into action, leading by example, and maintaining high standards across guest experience, team leadership, and operational performance.

Operational Leadership

• Oversee daily, shift-based, and closing operations to ensure the venue runs smoothly.
• Monitor cleanliness, organization, and operational efficiency across all areas.
• Step in to support team members during peak periods or operational challenges.

Staff Management & Development

• Hire, interview, onboard, train, mentor, and schedule team members, including, but not limited to bartenders, barbacks, servers, and Hospitality Managers.
• Conduct performance evaluations, set objectives, and implement development plans in partnership with the GM.
• Hold team members accountable while fostering a positive, high-energy culture.
• Communicate daily targets, goals, and expectations to all team members.
• Hold Hospitality Managers accountable for proper onboarding and continuous training execution.

Inventory & Cost Control

• Manage inventory, ordering, and cost controls for liquor, beer, wine, and food to meet financial goals.
• Ensure proper cash handling, POS procedures, and documentation.
• Oversee product rotation, stock levels, and supply organization.

Guest Experience

• Ensure a welcoming, high-energy atmosphere and consistently exceptional guest experiences.
• Handle guest complaints, inquiries, and requests promptly and professionally.
• Maintain expert knowledge of menu items, cocktails, merchandise, and entertainment offerings.

Compliance & Safety

• Enforce health, safety, and security standards, including responsible alcohol service and hygienic food handling.
• Ensure all staff comply with local regulations and company policies.

Administrative Duties

• Perform daily, weekly, and periodic reporting, including P&L review, labor management, and payroll.
• Support the GM in operational planning, goal tracking, and reporting.
• Maintain accurate records for operational and HR purposes.

Skills & Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of leadership experience in high-volume restaurants, bars, or hospitality venues.
• Proven ability to hire, train, manage, and develop managers and large teams effectively.
• Strong operational, organizational, and financial management skills.
• Exceptional guest service skills with a track record of delivering consistent experiences.
• Excellent communication, coaching, and problem-solving abilities.
• High-energy, proactive, and hands‑on leader with a strong work ethic.

Work schedule

• Weekend availability
• Day shift
• Night shift
• Other

Supplemental pay

• Bonus pay

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Paid training