Assistant General Manager

Assistant General Manager

We are hiring an Assistant General Manager for a well-established, high-volume neighborhood restaurant in Washington, DC’s Spring Valley area. We are a fast-paced, guest-focused restaurant with strong community roots. Our Assistant General Manager position is a hands-on leadership role focused on running daily operations, supporting team development, and ensuring consistent service execution.

This is a place where strong operators, steady leaders, and hospitality-minded professionals tend to thrive.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary up to $85,000
• Full health coverage for the employee; dental and vision options available
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off and sick leave
• Complimentary meals during shifts and dining discounts outside of work
• Long-term career growth within a respected, established restaurant group
• Opportunity to step into a visible leadership role in a high-performing neighborhood restaurant

Requirements

• Minimum 2+ years of experience as an Assistant General Manager or Restaurant Manager in a high-volume restaurant environment
• Experience leading hourly teams in both front- and back-of-house operations
• Direct responsibility for labor management, scheduling, and/or inventory control
• Experience in full-service or fast-casual restaurants with consistent guest volume
• Strong floor leadership presence with a hands-on, service-first management style
• Ability to stay composed and effective during peak service periods
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and peak business hours
• Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills

Responsibilities

• Support the General Manager in daily restaurant operations with a strong presence on the floor during service
• Lead and support front- and back-of-house teams through coaching, direction, and accountability
• Participate in hiring, onboarding, training, scheduling, and ongoing team development
• Maintain consistent guest experience standards through active involvement in service
• Monitor labor, inventory, and controllable costs to support operational efficiency
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, sanitation, and company standards
• Serve as a key leader during peak service periods, helping maintain structure and flow
• Support accurate reporting, scheduling, and operational documentation