Restaurant Assistant General Manager

Clarksville, TN, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $65,000.00 - $75,000.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

competitive pay

Monthly bonuses

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k plan

Employer Paid Life Insurance

Paid vacation

Life Assistance Program

Team Member Assistance Fund

Job Description

Located in Clarksville, TN, our restaurant is a celebrated establishment known for its 100% scratch kitchen and a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional dining experiences through high-quality food prepared fresh from scratch and outstanding customer service. Our commitment to excellence is evident in every aspect of our operation, from our culinary creations to our dedicated team members who ensure that every guest feels valued and satisfied. As a fast-growing restaurant in a competitive market, we strive to maintain the highest standards in food quality, service, and overall guest satisfaction while fostering a supportive and fun work environment.

We are currently seeking a Restaurant Assistant General Manager who will play a vital leadership role in our team. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to join an exciting and upbeat workplace with a commitment to excellence and continuous growth. The successful candidate will be instrumental in ensuring flawless execution of every detail during each shift, leading by example to exceed guest expectations at all times. As an Assistant General Manager, you will provide direction, coaching, training, and development for team members, focusing on food quality, service standards, safety, sanitation, and adherence to company policies and procedures.

Beyond operational excellence, this role involves partnership with the General Manager to ensure the financial performance of the restaurant. Responsibilities include managing inventory and cost controls, implementing plans to improve financial outcomes, supporting new company initiatives, and inspiring community engagement through catering efforts. You will oversee team member scheduling to optimize staffing levels according to daily projections and be actively involved in hiring and maintaining appropriate staffing levels.

Strong communication skills are essential, as you will routinely interact with guests, team members, local owners, vendors, and the management team to ensure smooth operations and outstanding guest service. You will also be responsible for ensuring the cleanliness and safety of the restaurant environment while fostering a professional and harassment-free workplace. The ability to handle multiple priorities, work effectively under stress, and exercise sound judgment is crucial for success in this role.

The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $65,000 to $75,000 base pay plus monthly bonuses. Our benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401K plan, employer-paid life insurance, paid vacation, a Life Assistance Program, and access to the Team Member Assistance Fund. Additionally, there are opportunities for career advancement within our organization. This is a full-time role ideal for professionals with a proven track record in high-volume full-service restaurant management and exceptional leadership capabilities.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED)
Minimum of three years of high volume full-service restaurant management experience
Exceptional leadership and motivational skills
Ability to attract, train, develop and retain top team members
Strong guest service focus
Ability to manage financial goals including sales growth and cost management
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods
Ability to lift at least 50 pounds
Ability to talk, hear and use hands repetitively
Ability to bend, kneel, crouch, climb ladders and step stools
Dexterity for handling food items and dishes
Ability to work in a fast-paced restaurant environment

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED)
Some college preferred
Minimum of three years of high volume full-service restaurant management experience
Exceptional leadership and motivational skills
Ability to attract, train, develop and retain top team members
Strong guest service focus with ability to provide an exceptional dining experience
Ability to define, measure and attain financial goals including sales growth, guest count increases, staffing, guest service, cost of goods and labor cost management

Job Duties

Ensures flawless execution of every detail, every shift, by every team member, to exceed guest expectations
Provides direction, coaching, training and development for team members including food quality, service standards, safety and sanitation, and company policies and procedures
Ensures all food, beverage and service standards, policies and procedures are adhered to
Partners with the General Manager to ensure financial performance of the restaurant
Ensures consistent execution of all systems, standards, inventory and cost controls
Partners with the General Manager to create and implement plans that improve financial performance
Executes and follows up on new company initiatives with the General Manager
Utilizes catering team to inspire community involvement and build sales
Ensures team member and manager schedules support positive restaurant performance with appropriate staffing
Interviews and assists in final selection of team members, maintaining staffing levels
Partners with the General Manager to verify daily administration compliance
Organizes and plans work anticipating business needs
Communicates effectively with guests, team members, management, local owner, vendors
Responds promptly to guest feedback ensuring positive recovery
Ensures cleanliness and sufficient supply levels for restaurant operations
Follows safety procedures and standards when operating equipment
Provides a safe, professional, non-hostile, harassment-free environment
Handles multiple priorities and works well under stress exercising good judgment