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Aba

Assistant General Manager

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $70,000.00 - $90,000.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

competitive salary
Quarterly bonus
Paid Time Off
401(k)
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Accident protection insurance
critical illness insurance
Domestic Partner Benefits
Restaurant Discounts
Employee assistance program

Job Description

Aba is a distinguished restaurant located in Chicago's vibrant Fulton Market neighborhood, celebrated for presenting Chef Partner CJ Jacobson's lighter style of cooking inspired by the Mediterranean region encompassing Israel, Lebanon, Turkey, and Greece. This establishment embodies a unique fusion of flavors, aiming to provide guests with an authentic and memorable dining experience that highlights fresh ingredients and innovative culinary techniques. Aba is a celebrated brand under the Lettuce Entertain You group, a company known for its culinary-driven ethos and commitment to nurturing talent across its more than 130 locations. This culinary hotspot not only offers distinctive dining but also... Show More

Job Requirements

  • 2+ years of assistant general manager experience in a full-service restaurant
  • 5+ years of restaurant management experience
  • ability to work flexible shifts including early mornings, late nights, weekends, and multiple site locations
  • capable of lifting and moving up to 50 pounds occasionally
  • strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • proficient in inventory management and BOH systems

Job Qualifications

  • 5+ years of restaurant management experience
  • 2+ years of AGM experience in a full-service restaurant
  • skilled in leading and developing teams
  • experienced with inventory and BOH systems

Job Duties

  • Ensure day-to-day business operations run smoothly
  • assist with training, recruiting, HR and administrative duties
  • assist and financials/statement preparation
  • assist the GM with customer service inquiries
  • organize, run and supervise smooth and efficient daily opening and closing shifts, ensuring an exceptional guest and employee experience
  • provide guidance and leadership to hourly and management teams while fostering our Culture of Caring
  • respond immediately and effectively to guest and employee needs and feedback
  • assist GM in managing costs, driving sales and growing the business in support of financial goals
  • partner with GM and management team to interview, hire, onboard, train, supervise and develop all BOH employees and teams as needed
  • perform regular and ad hoc inventories of food, beverage and restaurant supplies and track high cost items
  • place food, beverage and restaurant supply orders
  • accept and inspect deliveries
  • model and promote teamwork across all teams
  • use tact and good judgment when dealing with challenges pertaining to guests, vendors and employees, and respond with patience and courtesy
  • work a variety of days and shifts including early mornings, late nights and weekends at multiple sites with or without overnight travel, as needed
  • move and lift up to 10 pounds, frequently move and/or lift up to 25 pounds, occasionally move and/or lift up to 50 pounds

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Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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