Assistant General Manager

Fixinssoulkitchen; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Employee meal discounts

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Fixins Soul Kitchen in Detroit is seeking an experienced restaurant manager to lead daily operations and deliver outstanding service in a fast-paced environment.

You'll drive profitability through cost control, staff development, and excellent guest experiences, while aligning with our Southern-inspired cuisine and high service standards. Final pay will be based on experience and local wage laws, with health benefits for full-time staff.

Qualifications

• Senior-level restaurant management experience.
• Strong business math skills for cost reporting and profitability.
• Excellent problem-solving and adaptability in dynamic situations.
• Proficient with common software: email, LMS, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Experience managing large staff in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Restaurant management experience

Cost control & profitability

Problem solving & decision making

Computer literacy (Word, Excel, LMS)

Oral & written communication

Staff leadership in fast-paced setting

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Company Overview

Fixins Soul Kitchen seeks to redefine the American soul food experience. We are full-service restaurants that uniquely combine traditional soul food with outstanding service and hip, energetic dining environments. Founded by former NBA All Star Kevin Johnson and his wife, Michelle, Fixins’ menu is rooted in the Southern recipes passed down through generations from Kevin’s family and friends. Established in 2019 with the flagship store in the Oak Park neighborhood of Sacramento, CA, Fixins is rapidly expanding. With additional current locations in Los Angeles (at the Staples Center), Tulsa (Black Wall Street), Detroit (Harmonie Park) and 6 new stores planned to open in the in next 2 years, we are seeking team members at all levels to join us in our goal of becoming the largest Black owned restaurant group in the nation.

Qualifications

• Several years’ experience as a restaurant manager at a senior level or similar position.


• Excellent business math skills with the ability to analyze cost reports effectively to drive greater profitability.


• Strong problem solving and decision‑making skills, and the ability to be flexible and adapt in any situation.


• Good computer skills with demonstrated proficiency in the use of internet and ability to utilize computerized business tools such as email, learning management systems, and Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other appropriate software.


• Strong oral and written communication skills.


• Experience managing large staff to excellence a in fast paced environment.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs.


• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching.


• Exposure to hot surfaces, kitchen equipment, and potential allergens.

Pay and Benefits

Final pay will be based on experience, qualifications, and applicable local wage laws. Employee meal discounts. Health benefits (for full‑time employees). Career growth and advancement opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Fixins Soul Kitchen is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.