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Assistant General Manager

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Amazing work-life balance with consistent days off
15 paid days off including holidays, birthdays and vacations
No Sundays working
quarterly bonus plan
401k Retirement Plan
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Free meal during shifts

Job Description

Cafe Zupas is a dynamic and rapidly growing restaurant brand specializing in serving house-made, globally-inspired soups, salads, sandwiches, and desserts crafted from real, whole food prepared daily on-site. Founded in 2004, the company has expanded to over 85 kitchens across eight states, continuing to establish new locations and welcoming diverse communities each year. Cafe Zupas is committed to creating a vibrant, energetic environment where team members and guests feel valued, energized, and part of a positive culture driven by hospitality and genuine care. With a focus on slow food served fast, Cafe Zupas prides itself on the quality of its menu offerings and the exceptional hospitality skills of its team, which are key to the restaurant's success and distinctive guest experience.

The Assistant General Manager role at Cafe Zupas offers an exceptional work-life balance with the guarantee of no Sundays working, the same two days off every week, and early shifts that avoid late nights. This role provides an industry-leading environment with a quarterly bonus plan and a defined career path that promises six opportunities for raises, guiding employees toward becoming General Managers. Offering 15 paid days off, including holidays, birthdays, and vacation, and full benefits packages including medical, dental, vision insurance, and 401K, this position ensures team members are well supported both professionally and personally. The Assistant General Manager will manage the daily operations of the restaurant, either front or back of house, develop and mentor team members through guidance and feedback, and foster a workplace culture rooted in positivity and gratitude. Authentic guest relationships and strong, organized shifts are hallmarks of this role, which demands enthusiasm, a growth mindset, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. As part of a collaborative team that values teamwork above all, the Assistant General Manager will have the opportunity to influence innovative operational practices and contribute significantly to the ongoing success and expansion of Cafe Zupas.

Job Requirements

  • 2-5 years of leadership experience in the restaurant or retail industries
  • Available to work a five day set schedule
  • Experience mentoring a team
  • Detail-oriented, growth minded, and a self-starter
  • Enthusiastic, positive, and genuine
  • Learns quickly in a fast-paced environment

Job Qualifications

  • 2-5 years of leadership experience in the restaurant or retail industries
  • Bachelor’s degree in hospitality or restaurant management a plus
  • Experience mentoring a team
  • Detail-oriented
  • Growth minded
  • Self-starter
  • Enthusiastic
  • Positive
  • Genuine
  • Learns quickly in a fast-paced environment

Job Duties

  • Manage the day-to-day operations of the restaurant (front or back of house)
  • Develop team members by providing direction and feedback
  • Cultivate a culture of positivity and gratitude within the team
  • Form authentic relationships with guests
  • Coordinate the team to run happy and well-organized shifts
  • Be good to others and be good to yourself

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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