Kenny J’s BBQ is Hiring!
Are you ready to take the next step in your restaurant career?
Kenny J’s BBQ is looking for a motivated, hands-on Assistant General Manager who wants to become a General Manager after completing our leadership training program. This is more than a management position—it’s an opportunity to lead a team, grow a business, and build a long-term career.
This is not a desk job. At Kenny J’s BBQ, we believe the best leaders lead from the floor—working alongside their team, serving guests, solving problems in real time, and setting the standard every day. If you enjoy rolling up your sleeves and leading by example, you’ll fit right in.
If you’re passionate about hospitality, developing people, and creating an outstanding guest experience, we’d love to meet you.
What You’ll Do
As our Assistant GM, you’ll train alongside our leadership team while learning every aspect of running a successful restaurant.
Daily Responsibilities
- Lead by example and provide exceptional guest service.
- Supervise front-of-house and back-of-house operations.
- Coach, train, and motivate team members.
- Ensure food quality, consistency, and presentation standards.
- Maintain cleanliness and health department compliance.
- Handle guest concerns and resolve issues professionally.
- Open and close the restaurant as needed.
- Ensure recipes, portions, and operational procedures are followed.
Leadership Responsibilities
- Hire, onboard, and train new employees.
- Create staff schedules and manage labor costs.
- Conduct coaching conversations and performance evaluations.
- Build a positive, accountable team culture.
- Hold managers and team members accountable to company standards.
- Develop future leaders within the restaurant.
Operations & Financial Responsibilities
- Monitor food, beverage, and supply inventory.
- Reduce waste and control food costs.
- Analyze sales and labor reports.
- Meet labor, food cost, and profitability goals.
- Order products and maintain vendor relationships.
- Ensure equipment is maintained and operational.
Safety & Compliance
- Maintain food safety and sanitation standards.
- Ensure compliance with state and local health regulations.
- Follow alcohol service regulations.
- Maintain a safe working environment for employees and guests.
What We’re Looking For
- Restaurant management experience (preferred)
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Positive attitude with a servant-leader mindset
- Dependable, organized, and accountable
- Willingness to learn every aspect of restaurant operations
- Someone who isn’t afraid to jump on the line, help run food, bus tables, or support the team wherever needed
Growth Opportunity
This position is designed to develop into a General Manager role. As you complete training and demonstrate leadership, you’ll assume full responsibility for restaurant operations, including:
- Overall restaurant performance
- Profit and loss management
- Staffing, hiring, and retention
- Financial performance
- Guest satisfaction
- Community involvement
- Leadership development
- Driving sales and profitability
Why Kenny J’s BBQ?
- Clear path to becoming a General Manager
- Leadership development and one-on-one mentoring
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Performance-based advancement opportunities
- A team that values integrity, accountability, hard work, and exceptional BBQ
If you’re the type of leader who believes no job is beneath you, enjoys building strong teams, and wants the opportunity to run your own restaurant, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and start building your future with Kenny J’s BBQ!
Pay: From $52,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
- Paid training
Work Location: In person
