Assistant General Manager

Kona Grill - Denver; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Employee dining discounts

Career development opportunities

Paid time off

Job summary

THE ONE GROUP is seeking an Assistant General Manager in Denver to oversee daily operations, drive financial performance, and maintain a high-energy environment aligned with the Vibe Dining experience.

You will lead, educate, and mentor the team to ensure exceptional and unforgettable guest experiences, with a focus on sales growth, budget management, and consistent service excellence. A dynamic, fast-paced setting awaits with opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of leadership experience in high-volume, full-service restaurants.
• Proven ability to drive sales, manage budgets, and lead successful teams.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational and management abilities with attention to detail and delegation.
• Proficiency with restaurant POS and back-of-house systems (MICROS, Aloha, OpenTable).
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy restaurant environment and make strategic decisions.

Responsibilities

• Operations Leadership: Manage, lead, and mentor managers and hourly staff to maintain exceptional guest service.
• Team Development & Staffing: Analyze staffing needs, recruit top talent, and onboard team members.
• Financial & Business Performance: Monitor sales forecasts, labor costs, and expenses to maximize profitability.
• Marketing & Guest Relations: Collaborate with Marketing to develop promos and engage regular guests.

Skills

Leadership

Sales growth

Budget management

Guest relations

Operations management

Team development

Tools

MICROS

Aloha

OpenTable

Job description

Join the Global Leader in Vibe Dining!

Why Join Our Team?

• Industry-Leading Compensation:
  • Opportunities for Merit-Based Raises & Performance Incentives – Rewarding dedication, skill, and excellence in the Vibe Dining Experience.
  • Up to 15% of base salary in bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Group Life and Disability Insurance
  • Group Accident, Hospital Indemnity, and Critical Illness Insurance
  • Traditional and Roth 401(k) Plan
• Exclusive Perks & Growth Opportunities
  • Employee Dining Discounts and/or Complimentary Onsite Meals
  • Career Development & Limitless Growth Opportunities
  • If you reside in Arizona, California, Colorado, Illinois, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, or Washington, D.C., you are entitled to Paid Sick Time in accordance with state and local regulations.
  • Paid Time Off
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Commuter and Dependent Care Benefits

What You’ll Do

The Assistant General Manager is responsible for overseeing daily operations, driving financial performance, and maintaining a high-energy environment that aligns with THE ONE GROUP’s signature Vibe Dining experience. This position involves leading, educating, and mentoring the team to ensure exceptional and unforgettable guest experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Operations Leadership
  • Manage, lead, and mentor both managers and hourly staff to maintain exceptional guest service
  • Ensure service standards and high-energy guest experiences align with THE ONE GROUP’s brand identity
  • Oversee all business operations, including marketing strategies, risk management, and corporate mandates
  • Maintain daily reports and communicate key updates to the General Manager
• Team Development & Staffing
  • Analyze staffing needs and recruit top talent to build and maintain a high-performance team
  • Interview, hire, and onboard management and hourly staff
  • Coach and train the team to foster productivity, morale, and a collaborative work culture
  • Conduct regular performance evaluations and ensure compliance with Performance Management guidelines
• Financial & Business Performance
  • Monitor sales forecasts, labor costs, and operational expenses to maximize profitability
  • Ensure compliance with budgeted revenues and operating cash flow (OCF) targets
  • Review and act on monthly P&L reports and any variances
  • Oversee the beverage program and collaborate with the Beverage Director to maintain quality and cost control
  • Drive sales through networking, marketing initiatives, and guest engagement
• Marketing & Guest Relations
  • Collaborate with the Marketing Team to develop new promotional ideas and initiatives
  • Build and maintain relationships with regular guests, VIPs, and industry influencers
  • Focus on guest engagement strategies to create a memorable dining experience

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum of 4 years of leadership experience in high-volume, full-service restaurants (venues exceeding $7 million preferred)
• Proven ability to drive sales, manage budgets, and lead successful teams
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational and management abilities with attention to detail and delegation
• Proficiency with restaurant POS and back-of-house management systems (MICROS, Aloha, OpenTable, etc.)
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy restaurant environment and make strategic decisions

Why THE ONE GROUP is Your Next Career Move

This is more than a job—it’s a career opportunity with limitless potential in an expanding global brand. If you’re ready to take the next step in your hospitality career, apply today and join us in delivering an unmatched dining experience!

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