Assistant General Manager, Southern Restaurant
Overview
Oversee daily operations at Succotash National Harbor, a high-volume Southern-inspired restaurant with $5M+ annual revenue. Partner with the General Manager and culinary leadership to run service, develop staff, and hit financial targets. This role offers a clear path to General Manager within a growing portfolio of 15+ concepts. Join a chef-driven company that invests in your growth with Paid Time Off, a 10% bonus, and certification reimbursement.
What You'll Do10
- 1Lead front-of-house hiring, onboarding, and training to build a team that delivers Southern Hospitality standards.
- 2Run pre-shift briefings, coaching servers on menu knowledge and guest engagement.
- 3Own the guest experience, resolving issues in the moment and ensuring every table receives attentive service.
- 4Oversee dining room flow and reservations to maximize covers without sacrificing service quality.
- 5Audit health and safety compliance, maintaining ServSafe certifications and cleanliness scores.
- 6Manage inventory and ordering for FOH supplies, controlling costs to protect 35% food cost targets.
- 7Build weekly schedules that align labor to sales forecasts, hitting labor cost goals.
- 8Track daily revenue and comps, identifying trends to adjust operations in real time.
- 9Support the GM in executing marketing initiatives that drive weekday covers and private events.
- 10Develop shift leads and servers for promotion, reducing turnover through ongoing feedback and recognition.
Requirements9
- 13+ years in restaurant management, preferably in full-service or high-volume concepts.
- 21+ years as an Assistant General Manager or shift lead with P&L exposure.
- 3Proven track record of building and coaching teams of 15+ employees.
- 4Strong financial acumen, including labor scheduling, inventory control, and cost analysis.
- 5Hands-on ability to jump into any role during peak service, from host to bartender.
- 6Flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays to match business needs.
- 7ServSafe certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
- 8Familiarity with Toast POS or similar point-of-sale systems.
- 9Passion for Southern cuisine and creating a warm, memorable guest experience.
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$70 - $85k per year
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