Assistant Restaurant General Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Restaurant Assistant General Manager

Concept Type: Full-Service Restaurant

Location: Wellesley, MA

Salary: $75,000 to $80,000 per year

This is a rare opportunity to join a beloved New England dining institution that has been a cornerstone of its community for nearly two decades. Built on the foundations of a celebrated, award-winning restaurant concept rooted in the coastal lifestyle of Southern California, this establishment has earned a loyal following through its commitment to fresh, seasonal ingredients, bold flavors, and a genuinely welcoming atmosphere. The front-of-house leadership team is one of the most stable and experienced in the area, with key managers who have been with the organization for over eight years. This is a team that takes its craft seriously without losing sight of the joy behind it.

The culture here is built on transparency, balance, and genuine care for the people who work within it. Weekly management calls keep communication sharp and consistent. Quarterly reviews ensure every leader understands where the business stands and where it is headed. Staffing is proactive and intentional, meaning managers are not pulled in on their days off or left to run shifts shorthanded. The organization believes that a healthy quality of life and a successful restaurant are not competing priorities; they go hand in hand.

Job Qualifications

The ideal candidate for the Restaurant Assistant General Manager position in Wellesley, MA will bring the following:

• A minimum of two years of experience in a full-service restaurant environment
• Prior experience as a lead server, bartender, Assistant Manager, or Floor Manager is strongly preferred
• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate a front-of-house team with professionalism and enthusiasm
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative management style
• Comfort working within structured systems for food cost, labor management, and sales reporting
• A passion for food and beverage, with an interest in contributing to menu development and seasonal specials
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and a genuine commitment to the guest experience

Job Responsibilities

As the Restaurant Assistant General Manager in Wellesley, MA , you will:

• Oversee daily front-of-house operations, ensuring consistent service standards and a positive guest experience
• Support the General Manager in managing labor, food cost tracking across eight distinct categories, and overall restaurant performance
• Participate in weekly management calls and quarterly reviews to maintain alignment across the leadership team
• Collaborate with the Culinary Director and an LA-based food consultant on biweekly specials and seasonal menu changes
• Lead, coach, and develop front-of-house team members to maintain the high standards the restaurant is known for
• Monitor and respond to guest feedback to uphold the restaurant's strong reputation within the Wellesley community
• Assist in scheduling, staffing, and operational planning to ensure the team is always appropriately resourced
• Contribute to a healthy, respectful, and enjoyable workplace culture that reflects the values of the organization

Company Benefits

• Profit Sharing: Monthly checks paid out based on restaurant performance
• Paid Holidays: Closed on New Year's Day, Easter, Memorial Day, July 4th, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
• Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off: Vacation pay provided
• Quality of Life: 50-hour work weeks with two consecutive weekdays off
• Structured Communication: Weekly management calls and quarterly reviews
• Creative Involvement: Opportunity to collaborate on biweekly specials and seasonal menu updates with the Culinary Director and LA food consultant
• Stable, Fully Staffed Environment: No coming in on days off or running shorthanded

This Restaurant Assistant General Manager opportunity in Wellesley, MA is ideally suited for a hospitality professional who is ready to step into a leadership role within a well-established, community-driven restaurant that genuinely invests in its people. The combination of a competitive salary, meaningful benefits, creative involvement, and a healthy workplace culture makes this a position worth pursuing seriously.

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their resume in confidence to Brian Blum .