Assistant General Manager - Fine Dining

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Bonus (annual) based on individual performance
• Bonuses (quarterly) based on restaurant performance
• Short Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Parking
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

801 Chophouse St. Louis is hiring for an Assistant General Manager!

This is a full-time, restaurant management position that assists with overseeing the restaurant operations of a high-end chophouse.  The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented, highly motivated professional with a strong sense of hospitality, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and a true passion for fine service, food and wine. 

Don't miss your chance to join the front-of-house management team at our well-established, highly successful steakhouse in Clayton! 

Position Requirements/Desired Experience for Assistant General Manager:   

• Minimum of 3 years, but preferably 5 years, of restaurant management experience in a full-service, high-end fining dining establishment. 
• Understanding / proficiency in restaurant accounting & financial systems, including opening & closing paperwork, inventory, invoice entry, weekly submittals, etc.
• Advanced knowledge of beer/wine/spirits is required.  
• Experience managing a beverage/wine program is preferred. 
• Experience in restaurant marketing/sales/business development is preferred. 
• Ability to remain calm, professional and use good judgment under pressure.  
• Ability to communicate clearly and demonstrate hospitality, warmth, and expertise to guests and staff in a busy, sometimes fast-paced / high-stress environment. 
• Must be available to work any day of the week, including evenings, weekends & some holidays.
• Regular, predictable and reliable attendance. 

Physical requirements include, but are not limited to: 

• Physical ability to work on your feet, alertly, for extended periods of time
• Ability to maintain balance of food and drink service trays
• Physical ability to frequently lift up to 50lbs
• Ability to bend, reach, squat, kneel, climb and twist

Primary Responsibilities of AGM:

• Assist GM/Chef with management of operations for the restaurant, including wine program, wine list, inventory, purchasing, restaurant & staff cleanliness, staff performance management/training/retention, staff schedule management, menu development, restaurant organization, guest interaction, purveyor relations, etc. 
• Assist with oversight of bar operation (menus, trainings, organization, inventory)
• Maintain and improve restaurant standards (FOH staff, BOH staff, restaurant appearance & maintenance).
• Manage the FOH Labor, Food Cost, Pour Cost and other operating expenses to remain in line with company standards. 
• Ensure restaurant team understands and follows SOPs for service and 801’s human resources policies and procedures. 
• Conduct pre-shift meetings with restaurant co-managers and staff. 
• Participate in weekly management calls and other meetings as required. 
• Recruitment and hiring of FOH managers/staff for the restaurant, assist with BOH hiring as necessary. 

Total Compensation: 801 Restaurant Group offers a competitive total compensation package.  AGM receives an annual base salary (depending on experience) plus quarterly and annual bonus opportunities.