Assistant General Manager (Restaurant)

LeoForce; Newport (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401K match

PTO

Free employee meals

Monthly bonus

Job summary

LeoForce in Newport, KY is seeking an experienced Assistant General Manager to lead our restaurant team. You will oversee daily operations, manage food production and safety, hire and onboard staff, and deliver exceptional guest services.

This role reports to the General Manager and requires 5+ years in restaurant management, strong leadership, and financial acumen. Expect weekends/evenings and a commitment to maintaining high standards across menus and service.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in restaurant management including staff management and guest services.
• Proven track record of managing a busy kitchen, hiring and onboarding staff, and delivering guest services.
• Strong knowledge of business management principles, financial concepts and profitability drivers.
• Excellent communication and team-management abilities.
• Experience with food safety standards and MS Office/restaurant software.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all areas of the restaurant and make final decisions on important matters.
• Adhere to standards to increase sales and minimize costs including food, beverage, supply, utility, and labor costs.
• Ensure food and products are prepared and served to defined recipes and standards.
• Hire, interview, onboard, and discipline kitchen personnel as appropriate.
• Provide direction to shift leaders and staff to achieve restaurant goals.

Skills

Staff management

Food safety

Guest services

Financial concepts

Leadership

Communication

MS Office

Education

Culinary school diploma

Business Administration degree

Tools

MS Office

Restaurant management software

Job description

Experience: Manager

Salary: $55,000 - $75,000 per year

Job Details

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all areas of the restaurant and make final decisions on matters of importance.
• Adhere to company standards and service levels to increase sales and minimize costs, including food, beverage, supply, utility, and labor costs.
• Responsible for ensuring that all food and products are consistently prepared and served according to the restaurant’s recipes, portioning, cooking, and serving standards.
• Make employment and termination decisions including interviewing, hiring, evaluating, and disciplining kitchen personnel as appropriate.
• Provide direction to shift leaders, and staff to achieve restaurant goals.
• Identify and delegate responsibilities to shift leaders and staff to ensure objectives are met and excellent service is consistently achieved.
• Manage operations with passion, integrity, and knowledge while promoting the culture and values of the restaurant.
• Implement policies and protocols that will maintain future restaurant operations.
• Prepare reports at the end of the shift/week, including staff control, food control, and sales.
• Train new and current employees on proper customer service practices.
• Implement and manage financial controls including labor cost, cash, and inventory.
• Set operational goals and follow up with measures, budgets, production, and operating reports.
• Manage food and beverage operations within budget and to the highest standards.
• Preserve excellent levels of internal and external customer service.
• Design exceptional menus, purchase goods, and continuously make necessary improvements.
• Identify customers’ needs and respond proactively to all of their concerns.
• Lead the restaurant staff to meet the expectations of our customers.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in restaurant management, including experience in staff management, food safety, and guest services.
• Proven track record of managing a busy kitchen, hiring and onboarding staff, and providing top-notch guest services.
• Strong knowledge of business management principles and practices, financial concepts, and key drivers of profitability and operational excellence.
• Exceptional communication and team management abilities.
• Culinary school diploma or degree in Business Administration is a plus.
• Strong ability to handle pressure and solve problems.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Proficient in MS Office and restaurant management software.
• A passion for providing extraordinary service.
• The ability to demonstrate quick thinking and adaptability in a constantly changing environment.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong leadership and people skills.
• Proven ability to drive guest service initiatives by motivating and leading team members.
• Must possess strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends, holidays, and evenings.

Join us and help shape the future of our restaurant!

A bit about us:

We are on the hunt for a seasoned and dynamic Assistant General Manager to lead our restaurant team. As the General Manager, you will be the cornerstone of our restaurant operations, responsible for driving our business forward and enhancing our reputation. This is a unique opportunity to join a thriving business and make a significant impact on its success. Your role will encompass everything from managing food production and ensuring food safety measures to hiring and onboarding new staff and providing exceptional guest services.

This is a well recognized brand globally - this Franchisee has nearly 20 locations across Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky and open to talent for any location. Hours may consist of overnight and weekend shifts at time, accumulating ~45 hours per week.

Why join us?

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• 4% 401K match
• Strong PTO package
• Free employee meals
• Monthly bonus package