Assistant General Manager – Full-service restaurant

Assistant General Manager

We are looking for an experienced Assistant General Manager who can work directly alongside the GM and become a major presence in the daily operation of the establishment.

The AGM should be capable of running the restaurant in the GM’s absence and should view the position as an operational leadership role, not simply a closing manager position.

What We’re Looking For

Previous AGM, Restaurant Manager, or strong Service Manager experience

Experience in polished full-service or high-volume dining

Seafood or raw bar experience is a plus

Strong food, wine, spirits, and cocktail knowledge

Strong service and hospitality instincts

Excellent floor management skills

Ability to lead pre-shifts, coach employees, and maintain service standards

Strong organizational and administrative skills

Experience with scheduling, labor management, inventory, and restaurant systems

Ability to handle guest issues professionally and confidently

High attention to cleanliness, organization, presentation, and detail

Ability to hold employees accountable while maintaining a positive culture

Desire and ability to develop into a future General Manager

Core Responsibilities

Support the GM with daily restaurant operations

Independently run shifts and manage the restaurant

Coach and develop employees

Maintain service and hospitality standards

Assist with scheduling and labor management

Manage opening and closing procedures

Monitor restaurant cleanliness, organization, and readiness

Handle guest concerns and recovery

Assist with training and onboarding

Help maintain inventory and operational controls

Communicate issues and opportunities to the GM

Take ownership of problems and follow them through to resolution