Assistant General Manager - Magic Hour New York

Assistant General Manager

Tao Group Hospitality offers competitive benefits for all full-time team members such as:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Program with Employer Match
• Life and Disability Insurance Plans
• Ancillary Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fertility & Family Forming Support and Resources
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Discounts
• TAO Savings Marketplace
• Time off and much more

The position shares responsibility for the entire venue, including financials, to drive sales and profitability, as well as motivating, coaching, and leading their team. In addition, the Assistant General Manager ensures the venue is running effectively and meeting all Company standards to include: execution of service, guest interaction, atmosphere, and cleanliness. The position should be passionate about offering surpassed hospitality to guests and upholding highest standards at the venue.

Essential Functions of the Position Include, But Are Not Limited To:

• Accommodate and anticipate guests needs
• Implement and provide recommendations on operating standards, policies, and procedures to be followed by line level managers and staff
• Maintain highest standards of food and beverage quality, guest service, cost control, and consistency in accordance with company's expectations
• Responsible for to hiring, training, management, coaching, counselling, and evaluation of all members of the team
• Consistently monitor sales and expenses, approving all purchase orders before they are executed
• Assist in the development of the budget; manage P&L and ensure managers' report all variances on a timely basis (minimally, once a month)
• Assist in timely and accurate completion of all period--end financial statements and reports, and provide controls to ensure proper handling and accounting for all venue receipts
• Manage weekly forecasting of cost expenditures and staffing vs. sales
• Maintain frequent communication with the Executive Team and ensure they are aware of all major occurrences at the venue
• Operate with an open-door policy, listen to and understand requests of the team, respond with appropriate actions, and provide accurate information
• Interact with all department personnel and venue staff as needed
• Ensure inventory levels are maintained for facilitating proper venue operations, enforce strict inventory controls, and participate in monthly inventory reconciliations in conjunction with purchasing and finance teams
• Ensure that no members of staff are permitted to work if they are not suitably dressed or groomed
• Monitor guest satisfaction on all levels, including social media platforms
• Ensure health, safety, and sanitation requirements follow the Department of Health, OSHA, Gaming, and any city or state agencies rules and laws such as the Department of Buildings and the Fire Department, and ensure all managers are kept abreast of any changes in the law
• Participate in community events and ensure corporate social responsibility goals of the company are met
• Work in conjunction with the GM and Public Relations team on a marketing plan that results in optimum recognition and maximum number of covers for the venue
• Monitor market trends, research consumer markets and competitor's activities to identify opportunities and key issues.
• Work in conjunction with the GM to oversee marketing and advertising activities to ensure consistency with product line strategy
• Execute sales goals
• Accurately forecast staffing needs to ensure optimum customer service
• Work in conjunction with the Sales team to ensure all private events, catering, and banquets are successfully executed
• Control cash and other receipts by adhering to cash handling procedures
• Assist in preparation of all required paperwork, including forms, reports and schedules
• Ensure that all equipment is kept clean and in excellent working condition through personal inspection and by following the venues preventative maintenance programs
• Ensure that all products are received in accordance with the venues receiving policies and procedures
• Assists and conducts conflict resolution, corrective actions and coaching
• Oversee and ensure that employee performance appraisals are completed in a timely manner
• Ensure that talent and technical production are working smoothly at the venues; create special mood for the guests.
• Assists and/ or completes additional tasks as assigned

Education/ Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• College degree preferred
• Proof of eligibility to work in the United States
• Valid Driver's License
• 21+ years of age
• Maintain a professional, neat and well-groomed appearance adhering to the Company standards
• Possession of/or ability to possess valid working cards as required by state/city
• Minimum of five to six (5-6) years of experience in the hospitality industry working in a high - volume venue
• Proficient in Windows MS Office, Open Table, Outlook
• Knowledge of POS and back-office reporting systems, operations, fine dining procedures, and beverage service, special events and banquets
• Knowledge of profitability analysis and budgeting, cost of sales, payroll management, purchasing, receiving, inventories and cost controls as it applies to bar product
• Knowledge of state and local laws as it applies to liquor, labor, and health code regulations

Training Requirements:

• In-venue Assistant General Manager training

Skills / Physical Demands / Work Environment / Schedule:

The work environment characteristics and/or physical demands described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions

• Ability to write and verbally communicate
• Must have good positive energy throughout the day
• Must be able to print legibly for team members, management, and guests to read
• Must be able to kneel, bend, and stand for extended periods of time
• Must be able to move quickly
• Must be able to push and lift up to 75 lbs.
• Work in an environment that is subject to varying levels of noise, crowds, and smoke, the severity of which depends upon the guest volume
• May work extended hours irregular shifts, evening and/or weekend shifts, and holiday work may be required
• Exposure to cleaning materials
• Exposure to hot kitchen elements or cleaning materials.
• May work extended hours irregular shifts, evening and/or weekend shifts, and holiday work may be required
• Office, Casino, Lounge, and/or Restaurant working environment
• Maintain a professional, neat, and well-groomed appearance adhering to Company standards
• Must be effective as part of a team; ability to interact with internal and external customers, managers, and co-workers in a professional, courteous manner
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to handle a fast-paced, busy, and somewhat stressful environment

Same Posting Description for Internal and External Candidates

About Us

ABOUT TAO GROUP HOSPITALITY Tao Group Hospitality delivers distinctive culinary and premium entertainment experiences through its portfolio of restaurants, nightclubs, lounges, and daylife venues. The company operates branded locations across the globe, featuring a collection of widely recognized hospitality brands including TAO, OMNIA, Marquee, LAVO, Beauty & Essex, Cathédrale, Little Sister, The Highlight Room, Sake No Hana, KOMA, Avenue, Fleur Room, JEWEL, and more. Tao Group Hospitality is part of Mohari Hospitality, an investment firm focused on the luxury lifestyle and hospitality sectors. With over 25 years of industry experience, Tao Group Hospitality consistently sets the bar for guest experiences by delivering unforgettable entertainment with innovation and creativity at the core. The company strives to exceed expectations and continually reinvent the future of hospitality through its owned operations as well as joint venture and managed properties.

Job Info

• Job Identification 8966