Assistant Manager of a NEW restaurant opening | The Chester Tavern, Dorchester
Hawkeye Hospitality
Are you a hospitality pro who lives for the "perfect shift"? The Chester Tavern is looking for a high-energy, detail-oriented Assistant General Manager to join our leadership team. If you’re a natural leader who can pivot from analyzing food costs to charming a regular guest without breaking a sweat, we want to meet you.
At The Chester Tavern, we believe in great food, a vibrant atmosphere, and a team that operates like a well-oiled machine. As our AGM, you won't just be "managing"—you’ll be the heartbeat of the floor, the mentor to our staff, and the right hand to our General Manager.
The Role: What You’ll Do
You’ll be at the center of the action, ensuring every plate that leaves the kitchen and every drink poured at the bar meets our gold standard.
- Lead the Floor: Own the shift. From daily decision-making to troubleshooting the unexpected, you keep the energy high and the operations smooth.
- Build the Dream Team: You’ll interview, hire, and onboard new talent, sharing the "Hawkeye Hospitality Philosophy" and turning new hires into hospitality rockstars.
- The Guest Experience: You are the face of our service. You’ll turn first-time visitors into lifelong regulars by ensuring every guest feels like a VIP.
- Business Brilliance: You’ll assist with the "behind the scenes" magic—scheduling, inventory, food and labor cost management, and ensuring we stay profitable while maintaining top-tier quality.
- Safety & Standards: You’ll keep us compliant and sparkling clean, ensuring a safe, sanitary, and professional environment for both guests and staff.
What You Bring to the Table
- Experience: 2+ years of restaurant management experience (a degree in Hotel/Restaurant Management is a big plus!).
- Tech Savvy: You’re comfortable with OpenTable™, MS Excel, and Toast.
- The "Pro" Factor: You are ServSafe, Choke Saver, Crowd Control, and Allergen certified.
- Leadership Guts: You aren't afraid to roll up your sleeves. Whether it's covering a shift, handling a tough complaint, or lifting a 45lb crate—you do what it takes to get the job done.
- Flexibility: You understand that in the restaurant world, things change fast. You’re adaptable and ready to support the team wherever the "critical need" arises.
Why Join The Chester Tavern?
- Growth: We value development and provide ongoing feedback and performance reviews to help you level up your career.
- Culture: We promote a positive, respectful, and professional environment.
- Impact: You aren't just a cog in a wheel; your ideas on provisioning, purchasing, and staff development directly impact our success.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid training
Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid training
Work Location: In person
