Assistant General Manager

Goodwin Recruiting; New York (NY); On-site; USD 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunity

Health, vision, and dental benefits

Paid time off

Advancement opportunities with growing

Job summary

Goodwin Recruiting is seeking an Assistant General Manager to oversee day-to-day restaurant operations, hire and train staff, and uphold brand standards in service and food quality. You will project a positive brand image through outstanding hospitality and guest service, contributing to growth and team success.

The role requires 3+ years in upscale restaurant management, excellent communication, staff development skills, and proficiency with POS, reservations, inventory, and scheduling

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Restaurant Management experience in a high-volume, upscale environment
• Excellent communication skills
• Commitment to providing exceptional guest service and creating memorable experiences for all patrons
• Highly skilled with technology platforms such as POS, reservations, inventory management software, scheduling/employee communication platforms
• Expertise in staff development, including coaching, training, and leading the team
• Strong beverage knowledge including wine, cocktail programs, inventory management, and vendor relationships

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the restaurant
• Hire and train team members to uphold service standards
• Uphold brand standards in service and food quality
• Project a positive brand image through hospitality and guest service

Skills

Excellent communication

Guest service

Leadership

Staff development

Tools

POS systems

reservations platforms

inventory management software

staff scheduling tools

Job description

We are seeking an upbeat Assistant General Manager who can oversee day-to-day operations, hire and train team members, and uphold brand standards in service and food quality. You will project a positive brand image through outstanding hospitality and commitment to guest service. With professionalism and a positive attitude, you will help contribute to the continued growth and success of our restaurant, as well as our incredibly valued team members.

Assistant General Manager Salary & benefits:

• Competitive salary (up to $85K)
• Bonus opportunity
• Incredible health, vision, and dental benefits
• Paid time off
• Advancement opportunities with growing group!

Assistant General Manager Requirements & Qualifications:

• 3+ years of Restaurant Management experience in a high-volume, upscale environment
• Excellent communication skills
• Commitment to providing exceptional guest service and creating memorable experiences for all patrons
• Highly skilled and comfortable utilizing technology platforms such as POS, reservations, inventory management software, scheduling/employee communication platforms
• Expertise in staff development, including coaching, training, and leading the team
• Strong beverage knowledge including wine, cocktail programs, inventory management, and vendor relationships

Assistant General Manager Preferred Background & Skills:

• French OR Italian cuisine and wine knowledge
• Upscale, high-volume restaurant background
• Experience managing events (private dining rooms) alongside à la carte service