Assistant General Manager

Assistant General Manager – BelAir Cantina

Are you an experienced restaurant leader who’s ready to take the next step in your career?

We’re looking for an Assistant General Manager who can help lead a high-performing team, deliver an outstanding guest experience, and support the overall success of the restaurant. This is a hands-on leadership role with meaningful responsibility and the opportunity to continue developing toward a General Manager position.

What You’ll Do

Working closely with the General Manager, you’ll help oversee daily restaurant operations, including:

• Leading, coaching, and developing managers and hourly team members
• Serving as the restaurant’s leader when the General Manager is unavailable
• Creating a positive, respectful, and accountable workplace culture
• Ensuring exceptional hospitality and consistent food and beverage quality
• Supporting recruiting, onboarding, training, scheduling, and team member retention
• Helping manage labor, food costs, inventory, sales, and restaurant performance
• Maintaining restaurant cleanliness, safety, licensing, and operational compliance
• Resolving guest concerns promptly and professionally
• Conducting effective pre-shift meetings and communicating daily priorities
• Holding team members accountable to company policies and performance expectations
• Assisting with opening, closing, cash-handling, and administrative responsibilities
• Supporting other company locations when occasional business needs arise

What We’re Looking For

Our ideal candidate is a dependable and approachable leader who communicates clearly, leads by example, and is ready to take ownership of restaurant results.

Qualifications include:

• At least two years of restaurant management experience
• Previous experience as an Assistant General Manager, Restaurant Manager, or similar leader preferred
• Strong leadership, coaching, and team-development skills
• Working knowledge of scheduling, labor management, inventory, and cost controls
• Excellent organization, communication, and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to remain composed and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be at least 21 years old
• Reliable transportation
• Bilingual skills are a plus

A current Wisconsin Food Manager Certification and local operator’s license are preferred. We can assist the selected candidate with required certifications and eligible licensing expenses.

Schedule and Work Environment

• Five-day workweek with two scheduled days off
• Approximately 45 or more hours per week, based on business needs
• Must be available to work a combination of days, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• This is an in-person, hands-on restaurant leadership position
• Occasional travel to other company locations may be required

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive compensation: [Insert Salary Range]
• Three weeks of paid time off
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance eligibility
• 401(k) with company match
• Supplemental benefit options
• Generous team member discounts at all restaurants within our group
• PerkSpot employee discount program
• Five-day workweek with two scheduled days off
• Company-paid ServSafe Manager certification
• Reimbursement for required bartender or operator licensing
• Company-provided CPR, first aid, AED, and Narcan training
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement
• A people-focused culture that values hospitality, teamwork, and individual growth

Physical Requirements

This position requires the ability to:

• Stand and walk for extended periods, sometimes up to 10 hours
• Work actively throughout the restaurant and assist the team as needed
• Occasionally lift or move restaurant products and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds
• Meet the scheduling and physical demands of a busy restaurant operation

If you’re ready to grow your leadership career and help build an exceptional restaurant team, we’d love to meet you. Apply today!

Born and raised in Milwaukee, BelAir Cantina is a Wisconsin staple with a tremendous lineup of tacos, mouthwatering margaritas, and more. Chef Noe mixes traditional Mexican cooking with unique flavors and techniques for a menu that’s deliciously different and full of fresh ingredients. The BelAir vibe is at once laid-back and full of energy—the perfect spot to gather. Inspired by authenticity, defined by innovation, BelAir brings warmth and sincerity to a dining experience like no other.