Assistant General Manager

We are seeking an experienced Assistant General Manager to join the opening leadership team of an exciting new upscale restaurant in Chicago's Wicker Park neighborhood.

This is a unique opportunity to get involved with a new restaurant opening (NRO) from the ground up and play an important role in establishing the team, culture, service standards, and day-to-day operations.

We are looking for a strong, hands-on restaurant leader who understands elevated hospitality, enjoys developing great teams, and thrives in a high-quality, guest-focused environment.

What You'll Do

• Partner closely with the General Manager to lead daily restaurant operations
• Help recruit, train, develop, and motivate the opening team
• Support all aspects of the new restaurant opening and pre-opening process
• Establish and maintain high standards for hospitality, service, cleanliness, and execution
• Lead by example on the floor and remain highly visible and engaged with guests and employees
• Coach and develop front-of-house team members and supervisors
• Assist with scheduling, labor management, inventory, and operational controls
• Handle guest concerns professionally and create memorable dining experiences
• Help drive sales while maintaining appropriate labor and operating costs
• Ensure company policies, procedures, food safety, and sanitation standards are consistently followed
• Work collaboratively with culinary leadership to provide a seamless guest experience

What We're Looking For

• Previous restaurant management experience, ideally as an Assistant General Manager, Restaurant Manager, Service Manager, or similar leadership role
• Experience in an upscale, polished casual, chef-driven, or high-volume full-service restaurant strongly preferred
• Strong front-of-house leadership and guest-service skills
• Proven ability to train, coach, and develop restaurant teams
• A hands-on leadership style with a strong floor presence
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Experience with a new restaurant opening is a plus, but not required
• Ability to work the schedule required of a restaurant leadership position, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

Compensation

$75,000 annual salary

This is an excellent opportunity for a restaurant leader who wants to be part of an exciting new opening in Wicker Park and play an important role in building the team, culture, and guest experience from day one.

If you have a strong hospitality background and enjoy elevated service, team development, and the energy of opening a new restaurant, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today for confidential consideration.