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The Assistant General Manager (AGM) partners with the General Manager to oversee all aspects of restaurant operations, ensuring the delivery of exceptional hospitality, operational excellence, and financial performance consistent with Michelin-starred standards. The AGM serves as a visible leader on the floor, driving service execution, developing team members, and fostering a culture of excellence. This role requires a highly organized hospitality professional with strong leadership abilities, a passion for fine dining, and the ability to balance guest experience, team development, and business objectives.
Job Responsibility
Support the General Manager in leading all front-of-house operations and personnel
Recruit, interview, hire, train, and develop front-of-house team members
Conduct ongoing coaching, performance evaluations, and disciplinary actions when necessary
Foster a culture of accountability, professionalism, teamwork, and hospitality excellence
Lead daily pre-service meetings and ensure effective communication across departments
Mentor supervisors and service leaders to build future management talent
Ensure every guest receives an exceptional and personalized dining experience
Maintain a strong presence in the dining room during service
Build relationships with VIP guests, regular clientele, and industry partners
Address guest concerns and service recovery situations with professionalism and urgency
Monitor service standards to ensure consistency with Michelin-level expectations
Oversee daily restaurant operations, including dining room service, reservations, guest flow, and special events
Collaborate closely with culinary, pastry, beverage, and operations teams
Ensure all opening, service, and closing procedures are executed consistently
Maintain exceptional standards of cleanliness, organization, and presentation throughout the restaurant
Support operational initiatives that improve efficiency and guest satisfaction
Assist in managing labor costs, scheduling, and staffing levels
Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning initiatives
Monitor sales performance, labor percentages, and operational metrics
Assist with inventory management and cost-control measures
Ensure proper cash handling, reporting, and POS compliance
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local labor laws and restaurant regulations
Maintain health, sanitation, food safety, and alcohol service standards
Assist with payroll review, employee documentation, and operational reporting
Support execution of company policies, procedures, and brand standards
Requirements
Minimum 5 years of progressive restaurant management experience, including leadership responsibilities
At least 2 years of management experience in fine dining, luxury hospitality, or Michelin-starred environments
Strong knowledge of restaurant operations, guest service, and labor management
Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop high-performing teams
Exceptional communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-expectation environment
Proficiency with POS systems, reservation platforms, scheduling software, and Microsoft Office
Nice to have
Michelin-starred restaurant experience
Advanced wine, spirits, and beverage knowledge
Hospitality management degree or equivalent professional experience
Experience with OpenTable, SevenRooms, Resy, and restaurant financial reporting systems
WSET, Court of Master Sommeliers, or other hospitality certifications