Assistant General Manager - Upscale Casual

Assistant General Manager
Location: Washington, DC
Salary: $75,000-$85,000 + Exceptional Benefits

Join one of Washington, DC's premier upscale dining concepts as an Assistant General Manager. We're seeking a hospitality professional who leads by example, thrives in a high-volume environment, and is passionate about creating memorable guest experiences while developing exceptional teams.

If you're ready to grow your career with a company that values its people and promotes from within, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Do

• Partner with the General Manager to oversee all aspects of daily restaurant operations.
• Lead, coach, and support both Front of House and Back of House teams.
• Deliver exceptional guest experiences and ensure the highest standards of hospitality.
• Resolve guest concerns with professionalism and urgency.
• Recruit, train, mentor, and develop team members and future leaders.
• Create schedules and oversee daily shift execution.
• Monitor food, beverage, and service quality to maintain brand standards.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, sanitation, and company policies.
• Assist with inventory management, vendor relationships, and operational improvements.
• Help drive sales, manage labor, and achieve financial goals through strong operational execution.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as an Assistant General Manager, Restaurant Manager, or similar leadership role.
• Experience in an upscale, polished casual, or fine dining restaurant preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and team development skills.
• Proven ability to deliver outstanding guest service in a fast-paced environment.
• Solid food and beverage knowledge.
• Experience with restaurant systems such as Toast, Paycom, HotSchedules, TripleSeat, RESY, or OpenTable.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
• Strong understanding of restaurant financials, including labor, food cost, and P&L performance.
• Hospitality, culinary, or business degree is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary: $75,000-$85,000
• 100% Employer-Paid Health Insurance for the individual
• Dental & Vision Insurance Options
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off & Sick Leave
• Complimentary Shift Meals
• 50% Off Dining at All Company Restaurants
• Outstanding Growth & Advancement Opportunities

If you're an energetic hospitality leader who enjoys building great teams, creating exceptional guest experiences, and taking the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of one of Washington, DC's premier restaurant teams.

The Restaurant Zone is a leading hospitality recruitment agency specializing in connecting top-tier talent with restaurants, hotels, and hospitality groups across the United States. We partner with growing brands and established operators to deliver high-quality candidates for management, executive, and specialized roles. Our team combines industry expertise, a vast candidate network, and a results-driven approach to help businesses build strong, reliable teams. At The Restaurant Zone, we focus on speed, quality, and long-term fit—ensuring both clients and candidates succeed.