F&B Assistant General Manager

Food & Beverage Assistant General Manager

Location: Downtown Chicago

Salary: $80,000

Position Overview

The Food & Beverage Assistant General Manager is responsible for supporting the overall leadership, operations, and financial performance of the property’s Food & Beverage division. This position will work closely with the General Manager and Food & Beverage leadership team to deliver exceptional guest experiences, drive revenue, control costs, and develop a high-performing team.

The ideal candidate will have a strong Beverage operations background combined with significant restaurant experience and a proven track record managing high-volume Food & Beverage operations. Experience overseeing restaurants, bars, banquets, and other F&B outlets is highly valued.

Key Responsibilities

Assist in overseeing all Food & Beverage operations, including restaurants, bars, lounges, banquets, catering, and special events .

Provide hands-on leadership and ensure consistent execution of restaurant service standards and guest experience expectations.

Lead and develop Food & Beverage managers, supervisors, bartenders, servers, and other team members.

Drive restaurant and beverage revenue through effective sales strategies, promotions, menu initiatives, upselling, and guest engagement.

Oversee beverage operations , including wine, beer, spirits, cocktails, beverage menus, pricing, inventory, purchasing, and cost controls.

Maintain strong relationships with beverage vendors, distributors, and suppliers.

Monitor beverage and food costs, inventory levels, waste, purchasing, and product quality.

Assist with budgeting, forecasting, labor management, and overall F&B financial performance.

Review P&L statements and develop strategies to improve profitability and operating results.

Manage staffing levels and schedules to maximize productivity while maintaining excellent service.

Recruit, train, coach, and develop employees while building a strong culture of accountability and hospitality.

Work closely with the culinary team to ensure coordination between food, beverage, and front-of-house operations.

Assist with menu development, beverage program development, pricing, promotions, and new F&B concepts.

Ensure restaurants and bars maintain appropriate service, cleanliness, presentation, and hospitality standards.

Monitor guest feedback and resolve service concerns promptly and professionally.

Assist with VIP functions, banquets, private events, and other high-profile guest experiences.

Ensure compliance with health, safety, sanitation, alcohol service, and company standards.

Partner with other hotel departments to ensure a seamless overall guest experience.

Serve as a key member of the property’s leadership team and assume operational responsibility in the absence of senior F&B leadership.

Required Qualifications

4+ years of progressive Food & Beverage management experience.

Strong restaurant management and operations background in a high-volume, upscale, full-service, or luxury environment.

Demonstrated beverage management experience , including wine, spirits, cocktails, beer, beverage cost controls, and inventory management.

Experience managing multiple Food & Beverage outlets is strongly preferred.

Proven ability to manage restaurant and beverage P&Ls, budgets, labor, purchasing, and inventory.

Strong understanding of food and beverage cost controls and revenue-generation strategies.

Proven success leading, training, and developing hospitality teams.

Exceptional guest service, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Strong financial, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.

Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment while maintaining exceptional service standards.

Flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events.

Food safety and alcohol-service certifications preferred.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a well-rounded hospitality leader with a strong restaurant and beverage foundation . They understand both the operational and financial sides of Food & Beverage and are comfortable being highly visible and hands-on with guests and employees.

This individual should have a passion for restaurants, beverage programs, wine and spirits, service excellence, and revenue generation , while also possessing the leadership skills necessary to manage managers and drive the overall performance of a sophisticated Food & Beverage operation.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) and retirement benefits

Employee hotel and Food & Beverage discounts

Career growth and advancement opportunities

If interested, please send your resume to jay@geckohospitality.com for immediate review and consideration