Assistant General Manager

Socket.dev; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical with company contribution

Vision and Dental Insurance

Vacation and earned paid sick time

401K with company match

Flexible Spending and Dependent Care

Teledoc Services

Long Term Disability, Life Insurance,

Paid Parental Leave

Meal Discounts and Perks

Thanksgiving and Christmas off

Mental Wellness programs

Fitness Program Discount

Feedback opportunities

Company parties

Anniversary recognition

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking an Assistant General Manager to lead daily restaurant operations, uphold brand standards, and drive financial performance under the guidance of the General Manager.

This role focuses on food quality, safety, team coaching, and efficient cost management across all BOH functions in a dynamic hospitality setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in full-service restaurant leadership required.
• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Hospitality/Management/Business preferred.
• ServSafe certification required.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily operations to align with GM vision and budget goals.
• Coach and develop culinary and service teams to maintain quality and consistency.
• Oversee inventory, ordering, and vendor relationships.
• Ensure food safety, sanitation, and state health standards.
• Monitor P&L, COGs, and cost controls with the GM.

Skills

Food quality

Menu standards

Safety standards

Coaching & development

Budget management

Vendor management

Scheduling

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Hospitality/Management/Business

Tools

ServSafe

Job description

WHO WE ARE

We are a restaurant group that thrives on creating authentic and inspiring experiences for the communities we serve. Through the contributions of countless incredible people, past and present, we’re headed to the moon with a simple mission — to make people feel good. While no one on the team is quite like the other, it’s our common values that keep us united.

• Be Authentic and Humble
• Act with Integrity
• Bring Good Energy
• Achieve as a Team
• Get Extraordinary Results
• Inspire with Hospitality

ABOUT THE ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER ROLE

As an Assistant General Manager your goal is to support the General Manager’s vision of excellence that is team-focused and always innovative. This role directs the creation of sincere and genuine connections while maintaining a positive work environment, delegating and managing the daily functions of the assigned restaurant, and meeting and exceeding company financial goals.

TO BE SUCCESSFUL YOU MUST

• Ensure excellence in food quality, portioning, speed, and waste control.
• Lead daily Taste Plate coaching and follow-up to uphold menu standards.
• Oversee catering and off-premise food execution to brand standards.
• Maintain kitchen and walk-in organization, ensuring tools and smallwares support flawless execution.
• Systems, Processes & Safety
• Maintain food safety and sanitation standards, including health inspections, Steritech audits, and ServSafe certifications.
• Coach daily on ordering, pars, prep guides, and chemical/paper product management.
• Regularly update prep guides and par levels in alignment with menu changes.
• Manage culinary smallwares and equipment inventory and readiness.
• Business Acumen & Budget Management
• Own BOH inventory accuracy, food COGs, AvT, and culinary cost analysis.
• Enter, audit, and manage invoices, credits, and proper G/L coding.
• Partner with the GM on P&L review, cost communication, and coaching to drive financial goals.
• Manage relationships with food and beverage vendors to ensure quality, pricing, and service standards.
• Monitor supply needs and ensure consistent, accurate ordering and vendor follow-up.
• Lead culinary team scheduling, hiring, and development.
• Select, staff, and coach Culinary Trainers (CTs) to elevate team performance and growth.
• Report on area of responsibility (AOR) performance in weekly manager meetings.

BENEFITS TO ENJOY

• Medical with company contribution
• Vision and Dental Insurance
• Vacation and earned paid sick time
• 401K with company match
• Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts
• Teledoc Services for all team members
• Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, and AD&D
• Paid Parental Leave
• Meal Discounts and Perks
• Thanksgiving and Christmas off
• Mental Wellness and Life Event Management programs
• Fitness Program Discount
• Opportunities to give your feedback and let your voice be heard
• Company appreciation events and parties
• Anniversary recognition and rewards

Requirements

• The position requires 1 year of full-service restaurant Restaurant Manager experience or 3-5 years of a lead or supervisory role in a restaurant. Internal candidates must be in good standing and free of performance issues within a 1-year time-period. Combined work experience and education will be considered in decisions.
• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Hospitality, Management, or Business preferred.
• Servsafe and Responsible Alcohol Service Certifications are required