Assistant General Manager - West Town Bakery & Diner (Finance)

West Town Bakery & Diner is looking to hire an Assistant General Managers. Candidates will be responsible for assisting the General Manager with the overall operation of a single restaurant while being developed to become the next General Manager. Work with the General Manager, Executive Chef and Divisional Operations Manager, in setting the direction of the business in day-to-day operations, collaborating in growing the business, driving sales and managing costs. Must have the ability to run a smooth and efficient shift. This Assistant General Manager will have a strong focus on organizational skills, such as, purchasing and scheduling along with other operational related tasks. This candidate will have a strong desire to develop Employees skills and emotional maturity, while learning to operate a busy, full-service establishment.

Essential Functions (Other duties will be assigned as needed):

Interact with, direct and supervise Employees on a daily basis in a fair and dignified manner
Assist with the interviewing, hiring, training, development and retention of qualified Employees
Promote teamwork among co-workers and Employees
Be hands on with all Front of House and Back of House teammates to ensure smooth and efficient service
Authorize and control comps/voids for all service personnel
Follow up with Employees and co-workers to ensure completion of assigned projects
Identify, address and document individual Employee performance problems according to standard operating procedure
Discipline and/or terminate as necessary according to Fifty/50 Restaurant Group procedures
Assign Employee workstations
Uphold applicable policies and requirements of employment laws
Become proficient in all job functions of both Front of House and Back of House Employees
Organize and conduct periodic informational seminars for Employees
Have a thorough understanding of and uphold polices and procedures from The Fifty/50 Restaurant Group Employee Handbook, Employee benefits and company philosophies
Assist with the scheduling, conducting and documenting of Employee reviews according to standard operating procedure
Complete projects as assigned in a timely manner
Perform varied duties to ensure proper restaurant operation according to standard operating procedure
Create atmosphere including lighting, music and temperature levels
Address Guest needs effectively and courteously
Use tact and good judgment when dealing with Guests by responding to their needs with patience and courtesy