Assistant General Manager - Market

Paradies Lagardere Default; Grand Rapids (MI); Presencial; USD 65.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive compensation and bonuses

Opportunities for professional growth

Airport environment with steady guest流

Descripción de la vacante

Paradies Lagardère is hiring an Assistant General Manager to join the Gerald R. Ford International Airport team in Grand Rapids, MI. This role is a critical step in leadership, working closely with the General Manager to run daily operations and develop into a future General Manager.

You’ll lead a fast-paced hospitality environment, coach staff, and drive a seamless guest experience while pursuing professional growth and advancement opportunities in airport operations.

Formación

• Experience as a shift leader, supervisor, or assistant manager in a restaurant or hospitality setting.
• Desire to grow into a General Manager role.
• Natural leadership ability with willingness to coach and support others.
• Strong work ethic and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in reading, writing, Microsoft Office, and mathematics.

Responsabilidades

• Support the GM and team to lead day-to-day operations and guest experience.
• Lead by example on the floor, coaching and motivating team members.
• Develop skills in scheduling, inventory, cost control, and performance management.
• Drive the guest experience to ensure fast, friendly, high-quality service.
• Build team strength through training and developing staff, maintaining a positive culture.
• Step up to lead when the GM is off-site or unavailable.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Customer service

Communication

Problem solving

Team building

Adaptability

Time management

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in hotel/restaurant management

High School diploma

Herramientas

Microsoft Office Suite

Descripción del empleo

Gerald R. Ford International Airport (Grand Rapids, MI)
Ready to Step Up? Grow Into Leadership with Us.

Are you ready to take the next step in your restaurant leadership career? Blue Bridge Market is looking for an Assistant General Manager who is eager to grow, lead, and make an impact—someone who’s moved beyond a supervisor role and is ready to develop into a future General Manager.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced airport environment where teamwork, adaptability, and leadership development are key.

What You’ll Do

As Assistant General Manager, you’ll work side-by-side with the General Manager to keep operations running smoothly while building your leadership skills every day:

• Support the GM & Team: Partner closely with the GM to lead day-to-day operations and ensure a seamless guest experience
• Lead by Example: Step into a leadership role on the floor—coaching, motivating, and supporting team members
• Develop Your Skills: Gain hands‑on experience in scheduling, inventory, cost control, and performance management
• Drive the Guest Experience: Help ensure every guest receives fast, friendly, and high‑quality service
• Build Team Strength: Assist in training and developing team members, helping create a positive and accountable culture
• Step Up When Needed: Confidently take the lead when the GM is off‑site or unavailable

What You Bring

We’re looking for someone who is ready for more responsibility and excited to grow:

• Experience as a shift leader, supervisor, or assistant manager in a restaurant or hospitality setting
• A strong desire to grow into a General Manager role
• Natural leadership ability and a willingness to coach and support others
• Strong work ethic and the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment
• Solid communication and problem‑solving skills
• A team‑first mindset with a focus on delivering a great guest experience

Why Paradies?

At Paradies, we believe great restaurants start with great leaders. We’re proud to offer:

• A supportive, team‑oriented culture
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
• Competitive compensation and performance incentives
• The chance to lead in a unique airport environment with consistent guest flow

Position Qualifications:

• 5-7 years of experience in a full‑service restaurant.
• Obtain and maintain current Serve Safe Food Manager’s Certification within six months of hire/promotion.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 25 lbs. perform essential job functions such as standing, bending, reaching, climbing on a ladder, and walking long distances.
• Standing for long periods and the ability to work in an environment with varying temperatures.
• Bachelor of Science degree in hotel/restaurant management is desirable. A combination of practical experience and education will be considered as an alternative.
• Proficient in the following dimensions of restaurant functions: food planning and preparation, purchasing, sanitation, security, company policies and procedures, personnel management, recordkeeping, and preparation of reports.
• Must agree to work various shifts in a 7/365 team‑oriented environment. The schedule is determined by business needs.
• Proficiency required in reading and writing, Microsoft Office Suite, and mathematics.

Ready to Grow?

If you’re motivated to step up, learn, and lead—this is your opportunity to build your future with us.

This position description is merely intended to describe the primary elements of the position. Paradies Lagardère reserves the right to change the position description and to assign additional duties and responsibilities as necessary. This position description does not constitute an employment contract of any kind.

PACES FERRY ROAD, SUITE 400, ATLANTA, GEORGIA 30339 [phone] / FAX: [phone]

Education

Required

High School or better.

Preferred

Bachelors or better.

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