Assistant General Manager - Fine Dining Restaurant

Willow Tree Recruiting; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

FSA/HSA

401k matching

Vacation 2w

Vacation 3w+

Company holidays

Staff meal

Job summary

Willow Tree Recruiting is seeking an Assistant General Manager for a renowned fine dining restaurant in Chicago. The role focuses on overseeing daily operations and delivering exceptional guest experiences while leading the front of house team.

This position requires 3+ years in AGM/Restaurant Manager roles at upscale venues, solid P&L understanding, and the ability to drive performance. Competitive salary at $80,000-$85,000 plus bonus, comprehensive benefits, and growth opportunities await.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as an AGM or Restaurant Manager at $5M+ upscale or fine dining
• Must understand the P&L and how to affect controllable expenses
• Must be an independent worker with proven management skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Passionate, energetic, detail oriented with hospitality focus
• Quick to learn, flexible and able to adapt in a fast-changing environment
• Willing to pivot swiftly and embrace new challenges with a learning mindset

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations with a focus on exceptional guest experiences
• Lead, coach and inspire front of house team to maintain high service standards
• Collaborate with culinary leadership to coordinate kitchen and service teams
• Manage staff scheduling, shift coverage and payroll to meet labor targets
• Enforce health, safety, and sanitation regulations per local/state codes
• Handle guest feedback professionally to resolve issues and encourage return visits
• Analyze sales, labor, and customer satisfaction data to improve efficiency and profitability
• Foster a positive and inclusive workplace culture aligned with brand values

Skills

Restaurant leadership

P&L understanding

People management

Interpersonal skills

Hospitality focus

Adaptability

Fast learner

Job description

Assistant General Manager – Fine Dining Restaurant

$80,000 - $85,000 + Bonus

Join this renowned restaurant group as the Assistant General Manager, responsible for assisting in all restaurant operations, complete with excellent benefits, salary, and career growth opportunity.

COMPANY:

• Known for delivering exceptional guest experiences through creativity, attention to detail, and a commitment to excellence
• Combines innovative concepts, elevated design, and outstanding service across 3 distinct concepts
• Offers a dynamic, team-focused environment with meaningful opportunities for growth

BENEFITS & FEATURES:

• Medical insurance paid 100%
• Dental and Vision insurance
• FSA and HSA
• 401k (after 1 year, with 5% matching)
• 2 weeks of vacation, 3 weeks after 2+ years
• 7 company holidays
• Staff meal

YOUR ROLE WITH THE COMPANY:

The Assistant General Manager is responsible for assisting in overseeing all operations of the restaurant. Primary duties and responsibilities include:

• Oversee daily operations with a strong focus on providing exceptional guest experiences
• Lead, coach, and inspire front of house team to maintain high service standards
• Collaborate with culinary leadership to ensure seamless coordination between kitchen and service teams
• Manage staff scheduling, shift coverage, and payroll compliance to meet labor cost targets
• Enforce health, safety, and sanitation regulations to ensure compliance with local and state codes
• Handle guest feedback with professionalism, resolving complaints and ensuring repeat patronage
• Analyze performance metrics such as sales reports, labor percentages, and customer satisfaction data to improve efficiency and profitability
• Foster a positive and inclusive workplace culture that aligns with the restaurant’s brand values

BACKGROUND PROFILE:

• 3+ years of experience as an AGM or Restaurant Manager with a $5M+ upscale or fine dining restaurant
• Must understand the P&L and how to affect the controllable expenses
• Must be an independent worker and possess proven management skills
• Have strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Passionate, energetic, detail oriented, and a passion for hospitality
• Must be quick to learn, flexible, and comfortable adapting in a fast-changing environment
• Able to pivot swiftly and embrace new challenges with a learning mindset