Location: West Hollywood, CA or Las Vegas
Industry: Japanese Restaurant
Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt
Salary: $95-112K (DOE)
Schedule: Full-Time (Evenings, Weekends & Holidays Required)
Our client, a High-end Japanese restaurant is looking for a Assistant General Manager who supports the General Manager in overseeing daily restaurant operations, team leadership, guest experience, and financial performance. This role serves as the GM's second-in-command and is designed for individuals with the potential to grow into a General Manager position.
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Assist in managing daily restaurant operations and service execution.
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Oversee opening/closing procedures and maintain operational standards.
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Monitor labor, food, and beverage costs.
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Prepare operational, reservation, and sales reports.
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Support inventory management, scheduling, and process improvements.
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Recruit, onboard, train, and coach restaurant staff.
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Assist with scheduling, performance evaluations, and employee development.
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Lead manager meetings and support continuous operational improvements.
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Partner with HR and the General Manager on staffing and employee relations.
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Ensure exceptional guest service and resolve customer concerns.
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Support guest retention and loyalty initiatives.
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Maintain high hospitality standards throughout every service.
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3+ years of management experience in fine dining, luxury hospitality, or upscale restaurants.
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5+ years of overall hospitality industry experience preferred.
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Experience with restaurant operations and POS systems.
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Business-level English.
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Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
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Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
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Authorized to work in the U.S.
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Bachelor's degree in Hospitality, Business, or related field.
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Conversational Japanese.
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Strong interest in Japanese cuisine and culture.
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California Food Manager Certification (ServSafe or equivalent).
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RBS Certification.
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Sommelier certification.
