Assistant General Manager

@ Goodwin Recruiting
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Assistant General Manager

Kansas City, MO
Posted 3 days ago

About the job

A growing hospitality group in Kansas City seeks an entrepreneurial Assistant General Manager to lead a modern Italian restaurant, shape culture, and drive success in a dynamic, design-focused venue, offering rapid growth and impact opportunities.

Requirements

  • 3+ years restaurant leadership experience
  • Proven success in $5M+ sales restaurants
  • Financial management skills
  • Team building and coaching
  • Guest relations expertise

Qualifications

  • High-performance leadership traits
  • Experience with fine dining or upscale venues
  • Ability to work evenings and weekends

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Assistant General Manager | Kansas City, MO


A fast-growing hospitality group is seeking an entrepreneurial leader to drive success at its flagship modern Italian restaurant. This is a standout opportunity to take the reins of a dynamic, design-driven venue, shape a vibrant team culture, and make a lasting impact as part of a restaurant on the rise. If you’re passionate about leading high-performing teams and building something special, this role offers the chance to take true ownership and accelerate your career.


Assistant General Manager | Benefits & Compensation


  • Competitive salary aligned with experience and performance
  • Performance-based bonus opportunities
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance options
  • Significant opportunities for rapid career growth within an expanding hospitality group
  • Direct influence on the direction and culture of an innovative hospitality concept


Assistant General Manager | Requirements & Qualifications


  • 3+ years of experience in a senior restaurant leadership role (General Manager, Assistant General Manager, Director of Operations, or similar)
  • Proven success leading restaurants generating $5M+ in annual sales; $8M+ preferred
  • Strong financial management, including budgeting, P&L, labor, food, beverage, and controllable costs
  • Demonstrated ability to build, coach, and retain high-performance teams
  • Deep understanding of upscale dining, beverage programs, and guest relations
  • Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
  • Proficiency with restaurant technology platforms and operational reporting systems
  • Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required


Assistant General Manager | Preferred Background & Skills


  • Experience opening new restaurants, leading turnarounds, or scaling high-growth concepts
  • Strong background in fine dining, polished casual, or lifestyle-focused hospitality
  • History of developing future leaders and building strong leadership pipelines


Assistant General Manager | Day-to-Day Responsibilities


  • Lead, motivate, and develop a diverse front- and back-of-house team to deliver exceptional guest experiences
  • Oversee financial performance, including budgets, forecasting, cost controls, and P&L management
  • Implement and uphold brand standards, operational procedures, and service excellence throughout the restaurant
  • Maintain a hands-on presence on the floor, engaging team members and guests alike
  • Drive continuous improvement across operations, guest satisfaction, and profitability
  • Ensure compliance with health codes, liquor laws, and corporate policies
  • Foster a respectful, inclusive workplace culture grounded in accountability and professional growth


If you’re excited to shape both a team and a brand, and thrive in a leadership role where your ideas and initiative are valued, we encourage you to apply.

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