Assistant General Manager - Bar Sprezzatura

Inspired by the casual elegance of Italy, Bar Sprezzatura is a unique escape into Italian culture and cuisine. Located in the historic Heathman Hotel, Bar Sprezzatura is a bustling lunch spot by day and aperitivo and cicchetti bar at night. Whether enjoying a bustling meal, an aperitivo, or savory snacks, guests are transported to a world where timeless traditions meet the vibrant, sun‑kissed charm of coastal Italy. About the Role As the Assistant General Manager at Bar Sprezzatura, you will provide administrative, technical and analytical support to the Kitchen and Dining Room Management teams, under the supervision of the General Manager and Executive Chef. This position will collaborate with internal and external partners to accomplish all administrative tasks relating to the organization and business operation of the restaurant. The Assistant General Manager contributes to the planning, organization, and training necessary to achieve restaurant objectives in sales, costs, employee retention, communication and awareness, guest service and satisfaction, food quality and compliance. Our Ideal candidate is A detail‑oriented Hospitality leader who will be a hands‑on mentor in the dining room with the ability to adapt quickly to changes and create an amazing experience for both our guests and our staff. You will assist in leading all front of house operations, providing insight and guidance to every member of the team, working closely with the general manager and corporate operations teams to further the success of the restaurant. You have expertise in service, guest recovery, inventory management, an impeccable eye for detail, a high level of professionalism, and can execute the standards of a 2‑star Michelin establishment. What you bring to the table Personal Attributes Exceptional communication and organizational skills Gracious spirit of hospitality Intellectual curiosity and emotional maturity Continually strive to develop staff in all areas of food and service education Ability to work clean, organized, and lead a team Professional Attributes Advanced knowledge of Food and Wine. Level 1 Somm certification a big+ Knowledge of financial reporting and ability to analyze data Have a strong eye towards development both personal and for your team Desire to teach and mentor both your staff and interns Requested Capabilities 4 years’ experience in a fine dining high volume restaurant, with at least 1 year in a leadership role Basic knowledge of Italian Cuisine Hospitality degree preferred Knowledge of safety and hygiene protocols Working knowledge of HR practices and labor laws Ability to frequently lift up to 40 pounds Have the stamina to work in excess of 40 hours per week As part of the Makeready collection, we proudly offer a variety of thoughtful benefits and perks for eligible team members including accommodating PTO/PTO exchange, medical/dental/vision benefits, maternity/paternity leave, pet insurance, company‑matched dependent care & 401k, student loan repayment program and a wide range of additional ancillary benefits. The health, happiness and well‑being of our team is our top priority. We take pride in our Guiding Principles to help define how we successfully work together. We follow them not out of duty but live by them instinctively. Makeready LLC and its affiliated entities are proud to encourage and support an environment where everyone can be a successful team member as their true independent self. We are an equal opportunity workplace and employer that does not discriminate based on race, color, disability, gender/sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected status. We are committed to building a team and a workplace where we are all able to be successful based solely on our individual qualifications, experience, abilities and job performance. #J-18808-Ljbffr Makeready