Assistant General Manager

Aba•Chicago, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Aba is a Mediterranean restaurant with a California influence, located in Chicago’s Fulton Market neighborhood and also operating in Austin and Nashville. Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants is hiring an Assistant General Manager to help lead restaurant operations. The role supports the General Manager with daily business operations, team development, guest service, cost management, sales growth, and financial goals. The position involves working a variety of days and shifts, including early mornings, late nights, and weekends, and may require work at multiple sites with or without overnight travel. The role includes physical duties such as lifting and moving items weighing up to 50 pounds.

Requirements

At least 5 years of restaurant management experience.
At least 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, supporting exceptional guest and employee experiences.
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 all teams.
Use tact and good judgment when addressing challenges involving guests, vendors, and employees, responding with patience and courtesy.
Work a variety of days and shifts, including early mornings, late nights, and weekends, at multiple sites, with or without overnight travel, as needed.