Assistant General Manager - Matchbox (Pentagon City)

Thompson Hospitality Corporation • Arlington, VA

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About The Position

We’re looking for a passionate and driven Assistant General Manager to join our leadership team at Matchbox and help deliver an exceptional dining experience every day.
In this key role, you'll be leading daily operations, overseeing staff, and ensuring exceptional service, you will embody our passion for hospitality and our commitment to delivering an extraordinary dining experience. If you possess strong leadership qualities, excellent communication skills, and an unwavering dedication to unparalleled customer service, join us and become an integral part of our dynamic team that unites people through exceptional food and hospitality.

Requirements

• Proven leadership and managerial experience within the restaurant industry.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• In-depth industry knowledge and financial acumen.
• Customer-focused mindset with the ability to adapt to changing needs.
• Use hands and arms to operate reservation systems and phones.
• Clear verbal communication skills and ability to interact with guests in a busy environment.
• Ability to remain calm and composed while multitasking in a fast-paced setting.
• Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during scheduled shifts
• Frequent bending, reaching, stooping, and lifting
• Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 40–50 pounds
• Tolerance for exposure to heat, steam, noise, and kitchen equipment
• Ability to operate standard restaurant equipment safely
• Quick response to operational needs and emergency situations

Responsibilities

• Manage daily restaurant operations, overseeing both kitchen and front-of-house activities to ensure a seamless and exceptional dining experience for our guests.
• Lead, mentor, and develop restaurant staff, fostering a cohesive and efficient team that delivers top-notch service.
• Ensure exceptional service standards are met, and consistently seek ways to exceed guest expectations, resulting in high levels of guest satisfaction.
• Manage budgets, control costs, and implement strategies to optimize profitability while maintaining quality and service standards.
• Maintain strict adherence to health, safety, and quality standards, ensuring the well-being of guests and staff.
• Generate reports on key performance indicators and provide regular updates to upper management.
• Requires 50–55 hours per week, including evenings and weekends as business needs dictate.

Benefits

• Health/Dental/Vision
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k), matched up to 4%
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Pet Insurance
• Discounts: Hotels, Travel, Tickets, Restaurants
• Employees and their relatives are eligible for a discounted meal plan at any of our HBCU client locations while they are attending school

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed