Assistant GM
About The Position
Assistant General Manager Washington, DC Dirty Habit is seeking an experienced Assistant General Manager to join our leadership team in Washington, DC. We are a high-volume, upscale restaurant and bar with a strong private dining and events business, and we are looking for a polished, hands-on hospitality professional who thrives in a fast-paced, service-driven environment. The right candidate must have proven experience in high-volume fine dining and a strong private events background . Job Summary The Assistant General Manager will support the overall daily operation of the restaurant, lead front-of-house teams, uphold service and hospitality standards, and assist in executing both nightly service and private events at a high level. This role requires strong floor leadership, sound operational judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to motivate a team while maintaining excellence under pressure.
Requirements
- Management experience in a high-volume fine dining restaurant required
- Strong private dining and event experience required
- Proven ability to lead in an upscale, high-expectation environment
- Strong floor presence and the ability to remain composed under pressure
- Experience with scheduling, labor controls, and restaurant operations
- Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
- Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
Responsibilities
- Support the daily operations of a high-volume fine dining restaurant and bar
- Lead, coach, and develop front-of-house team members and managers
- Maintain exceptional standards of service, hospitality, cleanliness, and professionalism
- Oversee floor operations and ensure a seamless guest experience
- Assist with scheduling, labor management, payroll oversight, and operational controls
- Support execution of private events, large-format dining, and restaurant buyouts
- Partner closely with culinary and leadership teams to ensure strong communication and smooth execution
- Address guest concerns with professionalism and urgency
- Help drive revenue while protecting service standards and operational integrity
- Ensure policies, procedures, and compliance standards are consistently upheld
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
