Lead the Team. Drive the Standard. Own the Details.
At Mellow Mushroom, leadership is not about titles, it’s about ownership, awareness, and execution.
We’re looking for an Assistant General Manager who doesn’t just support the business, but helps drive it forward. Someone who is highly aware, deeply accountable, and committed to building a culture rooted in hospitality, professionalism, and performance.
If you’re wired to lead, develop people, and hold a high standard, we want you on our team.
What This Role Is Really About
You are the bridge between vision and execution.
- You turn standards into daily habits
- You turn expectations into results
- You turn teams into leaders
This role is about consistency, discipline, and presence, ensuring that every shift reflects the level we expect.
What You’ll Do
- Lead day-to-day operations with focus, urgency, and awareness
- Ensure every guest receives an exceptional, consistent experience
- Support and develop managers and team members at all levels
- Hold the team accountable to standards, while building them up
- Be highly visible on the floor, leading, coaching, and supporting in real time
- Execute systems, processes, and training with precision
- Drive performance in sales, labor, food cost, and profitability
- Manage schedules and staffing to align with business needs
- Resolve guest concerns quickly, professionally, and effectively
- Oversee cleanliness, organization, and overall restaurant condition
- Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and labor standards
- Step into any role when needed, leading by example
Who You Are
You are a leader with awareness and edge.
- You see what others miss, and act on it
- You hold a high standard for yourself and your team
- You communicate clearly, directly, and professionally
- You are calm under pressure and decisive in action
- You take ownership, no excuses, no deflection
- You are driven to improve, grow, and be great at what you do
- You balance people development with performance expectations
What Sets You Apart
- You don’t wait, you anticipate and execute
- You don’t manage problems, you solve and prevent them
- You don’t maintain, you elevate
- You don’t just support the GM, you strengthen the entire operation
Responsibilities (Core Execution)
- Ensure all policies, procedures, and standards are consistently followed
- Train, coach, and develop team members and leaders
- Manage labor, scheduling, and staffing to meet financial goals
- Monitor food quality, service standards, and guest satisfaction
- Handle cash controls, deposits, and financial reporting accurately
- Address guest concerns and operational issues proactively
- Maintain cleanliness, organization, and facility standards
- Oversee inventory, ordering, and cost control processes
- Complete reports, schedules, and administrative tasks on time
- Enforce accountability through performance management and feedback
- Support hiring, onboarding, and team development initiatives
- Maintain compliance with all regulatory requirements
What Success Looks Like
- Consistent execution of high-level service and operational standards
- A strong, accountable, and developing team
- Clean, organized, and high-performing restaurant environment
- Hitting financial targets across labor, cost, and sales
- A culture of professionalism, energy, and ownership
Why This Role Matters
You are the standard bearer.
You have the ability to:
- Shape the culture of the restaurant
- Develop future General Managers and leaders
- Drive performance that impacts the entire business
This is not a support role, it’s a leadership role with impact.
What You Bring
- Must be 21 years of age or older
- 3+ years of restaurant leadership experience (Assistant Manager or higher preferred)
- Strong understanding of restaurant operations and financials
- Experience in team development, coaching, and accountability
- Knowledge of beer, wine, and liquor service
- Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs
- Availability to work 50–55 hours per week
Ready to Step Into Leadership?
If you’re someone who leads with awareness, works hard, and is committed to building something great, we want to talk to you.
Apply today and take the next step in your leadership journey.
Annual Base Salary Range $45,000-$55,000 plus Profit Share Range $10,000 - $15,000
