Restaurant Assistant General Manager

Ugly Dumpling; Union (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Ugly Dumpling is seeking a Restaurant General Manager to lead front-of-house operations with a hands-on, high-energy approach. The role requires oversight of scheduling, service standards, and guest experience, ensuring compliance with health and safety guidelines.

The successful candidate will coach hourly staff, drive sales initiatives, and maintain brand excellence in a fast-paced environment. Availability to work evenings and weekends is essential, with a strong track record in hospitality

Qualifications

• 5+ years leading full-service restaurant operations.
• Proven ability to coach and develop hourly staff.
• Strong understanding of hospitality standards and guest experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee front-of-house operations, including scheduling and labor management.
• Conduct pre-shift meetings focusing on service, upselling, and brand standards.
• Ensure seamless execution of Ugly Dumpling service model.
• Monitor wait times, table turns, and guest flow.
• Recruit, train, and develop hourly team members and coach staff performance.

Skills

Leadership

Hospitality

P&L management

Staff coaching

Customer service

Communication

Tools

POS systems

7Shifts

Purchasing platforms

Job description

Join Ugly Dumpling, one of the fastest-growing restaurant brands in the U.S! With around 30 new locations coming soon, Ugly Dumpling is bringing bold flavors, traditions, and energy of Asian Street Food while creating a modern dining experience that is uniquely our own. We are seeking a passionate individual who thrives in a fast-paced, high-energy environment. At Ugly Dumpling, you will be part of a vibrant team dedicated to delivering incredible guest experiences, with real opportunities to grow your career.

ROLE OVERVIEW

The Restaurant General Manager plays a critical leadership role at our Ugly Dumpling locations, overseeing the success of front-of-house operations. This Restaurant Manager position requires an individual who is highly organized, adept at multitasking, and capable of coaching team members effectively in real-time. The ideal Restaurant Manager will have a strong track record of fostering a culture of exceptional hospitality and will be responsible for ensuring seamless day-to-day operations. Availability to work evenings and weekends is essential.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee front-of-house operations by managing labor via scheduling, bar inventory, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Conduct pre-shift meetings focused on service, upselling, and brand standards.
• Ensure seamless execution of Ugly Dumpling service model.
• Monitor wait times, table turns, and guest flow.
• Recruit, train, and develop hourly team members. Coach and hold staff accountable to performance standards.
• Drive sales growth and local marketing initiatives
• Maintain expert knowledge of brand standards, plate presentation, recipe adherence, and overall operational procedures.
• Oversee floor operations, shift management, labor cuts, and engage with customers to ensure exceptional service.
• Ensure compliance with all health department regulations.
• Maintain proper food handling, storage, and sanitation standards.
• Maintain proper alcohol handling, storage, and sanitation standards.
• Maintain clear, consistent communication with the Franchise Partner regarding daily operations, service standards, and performance.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (up to 8–10 hours per shift).
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25–50 pounds.
• Frequent bending, reaching, and repetitive movements in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work in varying conditions, including heat, cold, and noise.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Essential Functions

• 5+ years leading full-service restaurant operations and bartending, with a hands-on approach to service and team supervision.
• Hold a valid State-Mandated Food Handlers Certification, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
• Hold a valid State-Mandated Alcohol Handlers Certification, ensuring compliance with local regulatory authority health and safety standards (where applicable).
• Proficient in POS systems, scheduling software (specifically 7Shifts), purchasing platforms, streamlining daily operations.
• Demonstrate clear, high-level communication skills to effectively lead teams and enhance guest satisfaction.
• Solid experience with P&L management, understanding the relationship between sales, labor, and operational costs.
• Strong communication and a passion for delivering world-class service at every touchpoint.
• Comfortable working around hot cooking surfaces.

Ugly Dumpling provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability status, genetic information (including family medical history), marital status, amnesty, status as a covered veteran or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state and local laws.