Assistant General Manager

Boka Restaurant Group; Illinois; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading restaurant group as an Assistant General Manager at Cira, located in The Hoxton Chicago. You will oversee staff training, manage daily operations, and ensure exceptional service in a fast-paced environment. This role offers a unique opportunity to work with a dedicated team in a vibrant setting, focusing on Mediterranean cuisine. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in high-volume restaurants and a passion for hospitality.

Benefits

Health Benefits

401(k) Program

Paid Parental Leave

Career Mentorship

Dining Incentives

Qualifications

• 2-3 years experience in a high-volume restaurant setting.
• Previous bar management experience required.

Responsibilities

• Manage floor operations and staff training.
• Open and close the restaurant, handling financials.
• Assist GM in budget management and inventory.

Skills

Service Knowledge

Team Management

Food and Beverage Knowledge

Tools

Open Table

Aloha

Job description

Boka Restaurant Group and Executive Chef,ChrisPandel,are currentlyseekinganAssistantGeneral Managerto join the team ofCira,locatedon the ground level of The Hoxton Chicago!

Benefits & Perks:Health, Dental, and Voluntary Benefits Package (available after 90 days),employer-sponsored mental health and resource program, free membership to Chicago Athletic Clubs, 401(k) program, life insurance, wellness benefits, paid parental leave, paid vacation, career mentorship and growth potential, and dining incentives across our 20+ establishments!

About Boka Restaurant Group:Boka Restaurant Group is a James Beard Award-winning group, anchored by partnerships with some of American’s greatest chefs. With a firm belief that genuine hospitality makes the world a more human place, we strive beyond convention to believe in and support each other, care for our communities, and work together to build the world we want to live in. View our restaurants here:https://www.bokagrp.com/About Cira:Cira is a warm and welcoming all-day restaurant and café within The Hoxton Chicago lobby where Chef ChrisPandelpays tribute to a diverse range of flavors and culinary practices. Cira’s shareable menu is born of the 21 countries that touch the Mediterranean Sea andshowcasesChefPandel’sheartfully-craftedcuisine, effusive goodwill, and soulful approach to hospitality.

Assistant General Manager's Responsibilities:

• Report directly to the General Manager
• Overseeing the education of the staff on the points of service, including an overall beverage appreciation and training to boost our staff's product knowledge, steps of service, table-side presence, proper wine service, and overall mise en place.
• Managing the floor, including touching tables, running food, overseeing staff, and monitoring the door.
• Opening and closing the restaurant, including preparing and reconciling closing banks, conducting pre-shifts with your team, writing daily recaps, and doing the final restaurant walk-through.
• Managing all employees, including assisting in training, coaching, supporting, and disciplining.
• Participating in management meetings.
• Managing R&M for the restaurant through approved contractors as needed.
• Assisting GM in controlling COGS, labor, and comps to budgets as set by GM.
• Assisting in the execution of monthly inventory.
• Writing schedule for Front of House staff while taking into account team member’s strengths and weaknesses, last year’s business levels, special events, and budgeted labor.

Qualifications:

• At least 2-3 years of recent experience in the same positionin a high-volume, fast-paced restaurant setting
• Previous bar management experience
• Have in-depth experience with Open Table and Aloha
• Have extensive food and beverage knowledge
• Be willing to work nights and weekends
• Are knowledgeable about Boka Restaurant Group

This is an ideal position for someone who is dedicated to providing great service and is seeking to become a member of a hard-working and fun team!

Physical Requirements:

• Lift and move up to 10 pounds;frequentlylift and/or move up to 25 pounds; and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Safely and effectively use all necessary tools, equipment, and cleaning chemicals
• Stand and walk for an entire shift, including moving safely through all areas of the restaurant which may include stairs, uneven, and/or slick surfaces
• Ability to bear exposure to hot and cold environments

If you feel you meet the requirements, are a team player, experienced, passionate, and dedicated to your craft, we want to hear from you!Please reply with a copy of your resume AND a cover letter detailing whyyou'dbea great additionto our team!