Assistant General Manager (AGM) – Catering & Kitchen Operations

Iacofano Group; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly travel opportunities

Performance bonus

Clear career progression to General Manager

Job summary

Iacofano Group in Charleston, SC, is seeking a hands-on leadership candidate for a catering operation role. You will work closely with the General Manager to meet sales and operational goals while gaining valuable experience that can lead to becoming a General Manager. The position offers a competitive salary of $52,000 to $65,000, an annual performance bonus, and opportunities for growth through travel and exposure to different operations.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of leadership experience in hospitality, foodservice, or similar environment.
• Ability to lead, coach, and hold team members accountable.
• Understanding of scheduling, labor control, and inventory.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the General Manager to achieve sales, labor, and cost goals.
• Assist in managing daily operations, inventory, and ordering.
• Supervise, coach, and hold team members accountable.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Team accountability

Job description

Description

Grow Your Career. Travel. Lead Your Own Location One Day.

If you're looking for more than just a job—if you want real growth, leadership development, and a path to running your own operation—this role is built for you.

This is a hands‑on leadership role where you will learn how to run a high‑volume catering operation, lead a team, and drive results—with a clear path to becoming a General Manager.

What’s In It For You

• Clear path to General Manager and beyond
• Quarterly travel opportunities to gain experience across locations
• Opportunity to run your own location as you grow
• Hands‑on training in operations, financials, and leadership
• High‑impact role where your decisions matter daily
• Fast‑paced, team‑driven culture focused on growth and accountability

What You’ll Be Doing

Learn to Run the Business

• Partner with the General Manager to achieve sales, labor, and cost goals
• Assist in managing daily operations, inventory, and ordering
• Learn how to make decisions that drive profitability

Lead and Develop the Team

• Supervise, coach, and hold team members accountable
• Help build a strong, professional team culture
• Support hiring, onboarding, and ongoing training

Deliver an Exceptional Customer Experience

• Ensure every order meets standards for quality, accuracy, and presentation
• Solve problems quickly and professionally
• Maintain a clean, organized, and food‑safe environment

Grow Through Travel & Exposure

• Travel periodically to support other locations and learn best practices
• Gain exposure to different teams and operations
• Build the experience needed to lead your own location

Drive Continuous Improvement

• Identify ways to improve efficiency, quality, and team performance
• Support operational improvements and systems

Compensation & Growth Opportunity

Base Salary: $52,000 – $65,000
Performance Bonus: 8–12% annually based on performance

Total Compensation Potential: $56,000 – $72,000+

Career Path

• Assistant General Manager
• General Manager
• Multi‑Unit Leadership

This role is a stepping stone into upper leadership based on performance.

Requirements

Experience

• 3–5 years of leadership experience in hospitality, foodservice, or similar environment

Leadership

• Ability to lead, coach, and hold team members accountable
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Operations

• Understanding of scheduling, labor control, and inventory
• Ability to learn and apply financial performance metrics

Mindset

• Strong work ethic and ability to perform in a fast‑paced environment
• Problem‑solving and decision‑making ability
• Desire to grow into a General Manager role

Flexibility

• Willingness to travel periodically (quarterly)
• Flexible schedule including mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Certifications

• ServSafe Certification (or ability to obtain)