Assistant General Manager

Cafe Zupas; Wheeling (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Bonuses

Free meal during shifts

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Cafe Zupas is seeking an Assistant General Manager in Wheeling, IL. Enjoy a rare schedule with no Sundays, a stable two days off each week, and a quarterly bonus plan as part of a defined career path toward General Manager.

Lead day-to-day restaurant operations, develop and mentor the team, foster a positive culture, build guest relationships, and ensure smooth, well-organized shifts. Join a growth-focused, values-driven brand.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of leadership experience in the restaurant or retail industries.
• Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality/Restaurant management a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the restaurant (front or back of house).
• Develop team members by providing direction and feedback.
• Cultivate a culture of positivity and gratitude within the team.
• Form authentic relationships with guests.
• Coordinate the team to run happy and well-organized shifts.

Skills

Leadership experience

Team mentoring

Communication

Education

Hospitality/Restaurant management degree (plus)

Job description

Assistant General Manager - No Sundays and Quarterly Bonus Plan

• Amazing work-life balance – same two days off every week & 15 paid days off/holidays off
• No Sundays, Early Mornings, or Late Nights
• Quarterly Bonus Plan & 401K
• Defined Career Path – with 6 Raises until you become a General Manager

Sound too good to be true? Our leaders can literally turn their phone’s off on Sunday. We do that every Sunday. It's just one example of many that make Cafe Zupas the best place to work!

At Café Zupas, we like to say it’s slow food served fast. Our house-made and globally-inspired soups, salads, sandwiches, and desserts are made with real, whole food that is prepared daily on-site, in-site in our kitchens. We believe our team’s hospitality is the key to what makes our concept so incredible.

How We Nourish The Good Life

• Growing brand [yes, that means growth for you too!]
• Ongoing and thorough training with an outlined career path
• Set schedule with two days off
• 15 days of paid time off including holidays, birthdays and vacation time
• Full Benefits: 401K and Medical, Dental, & Vision insurance
• Quarterly Bonuses
• Free meal during shifts
• No grease, grills or fryers
• Fun culture of positivity and gratitude
• Modern, energetic environment

Life As An Assistant Manager (Culinary Or Hospitality)

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the restaurant (front or back of house)
• Develop team members by providing direction and feedback
• Cultivate a culture of positivity and gratitude within the team
• Form authentic relationships with guests
• Coordinate the team to run happy and well-organized shifts
• Be good to others. Be good to yourself!

Is it a fit? We’re looking for a team member that is:

• 2-5 years of leadership experience in the restaurant or retail industries [Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality/Restaurant management a plus]
• Available to work a five day set schedule
• Experience mentoring a team
• Detail-oriented, growth minded, and a self-starter
• Enthusiastic, positive, and genuine
• Learns quickly in a fast-paced environment

Become part of a collaborative group that values teamwork above all else. As a company, we continue to innovate, challenge the norm in the restaurant space and create a place where our team and guests feel energized.

We opened our first location back in 2004. Today we have over 85 kitchens across 8 states and are continuing to quickly join more communities each year. Become part of the adventure today!

Cafe Zupas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Any job offer may also be contingent upon successful completion of a background check, including a check of your employment references.