Assistant General Manager

Summer House Santa Monica • Chicago, IL

1d • $70,000 - $90,000

About The Position

Summer House Lincoln Park, part of Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants, is hiring an Assistant General Manager. The role supports the General Manager in overseeing restaurant operations, financial performance, guest service, and team development. The Assistant General Manager helps ensure smooth daily operations and opening and closing shifts while fostering a positive experience for guests and employees. The position requires working varied days and shifts, including early mornings, late nights, and weekends, and may involve work at multiple sites with or without overnight travel. The listed salary range is $70,000 to $90,000 per year.

Requirements

• 5+ years of restaurant management experience.
• 2+ years of Assistant General Manager experience in a full-service restaurant.
• Skilled in leading and developing teams.
• Experience with inventory and back-of-house systems.
• Ability to move and lift up to 10 pounds, frequently move and/or lift up to 25 pounds, and occasionally move and/or lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Ensure day-to-day business operations run smoothly.
• Assist with training, recruiting, human resources, administrative duties, financials, statement preparation, and customer service inquiries.
• Organize, run, and supervise efficient daily opening and closing shifts to support an exceptional guest and employee experience.
• Provide guidance and leadership to hourly and management teams while fostering the company's Culture of Caring.
• Respond promptly and effectively to guest and employee needs and feedback.
• Assist the General Manager in managing costs, driving sales, and growing the business in support of financial goals.
• Partner with the General Manager and management team to interview, hire, onboard, train, supervise, and develop back-of-house employees and teams as needed.
• Conduct regular and ad hoc inventories of food, beverage, and restaurant supplies; track high-cost items; place orders; and accept and inspect deliveries.
• Model and promote teamwork across teams.
• Use tact and good judgment when addressing challenges involving guests, vendors, and employees, responding with patience and courtesy.
• Work varied days and shifts, including early mornings, late nights, and weekends, at multiple sites with or without overnight travel as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Quarterly bonus
• Paid time off, including paid holidays, personal days, and vacation
• 401(k)
• Blue Cross Blue Shield medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Accident protection
• Critical illness insurance
• Domestic partner benefits
• Restaurant discounts
• Employee Assistance Program focused on mental health and wellness
• Career-long training and growth opportunities

What This Job Offers

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