Assistant General Manager – Fine Dining

Goodwin Recruiting; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time position

Growth opportunities

Collaborative leadership

Hospitality focus

Job summary

Goodwin Recruiting is seeking an Assistant General Manager to lead front-of-house operations and deliver an exceptional guest experience in a fast-paced restaurant. This hands-on leadership role focuses on developing people, maintaining high standards, and driving restaurant performance.

The AGM will coach and lead front-of-house teams, manage scheduling, and uphold outstanding guest service while working evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of restaurant management experience; high school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong knowledge of restaurant operations, guest service, staffing, and scheduling.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and decision‑making skills.

Skills

People development

Staff scheduling

Operations knowledge

Guest service

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Decision making

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Assistant General Manager

We are seeking an experienced Assistant General Manager to help lead front-of-house operations and deliver an exceptional guest experience. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who enjoys developing people, maintaining high standards, and helping drive restaurant performance.

Assistant General Manager – Benefits and Compensation

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Full-time, salaried leadership position
• Opportunity for professional growth and advancement
• Collaborative leadership team with opportunities to make an impact
• Work in a hospitality-focused environment centered on exceptional guest experiences

Assistant General Manager – Requirements & Qualifications

• 2+ years of restaurant management experience; high school diploma or equivalent required
• Proven ability to lead, coach, train, and develop front-of-house teams
• Strong knowledge of restaurant operations, guest service, staffing, and scheduling
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and decision‑making skills

Assistant General Manager – Preferred Background & Skills

• Background in an upscale, high-volume, or service-focused restaurant environment
• Experience with beverage operations, inventory, ordering, and cost control
• Understanding of restaurant financials, profitability, budgeting, and expense management
• Hands‑on leadership style with a passion for developing teams and maintaining high service standards
• Professional, personable, and adaptable leader who thrives in a fast‑paced environment