Assistant General Manager - Allegro

About the role

Executive Chef Enzo Febbraro draws on family recipes from Naples to create a menu of Italian American comfort favorites, including Baked Lasagna Napoletana layered with Sunday meat ragù, smoked mozzarella, and meatballs; Risotto Pescatora with shrimp, mussels, clams, octopus, and scallops; and Veal Chop Parmigiana topped with tomato sauce and fresh mozzarella.

As the Restaurant Assistant General Manager, you will support daily operations and lead the front-of-house team alongside the General Manager, ensuring exceptional dining experiences for our guests while maximizing profitability and efficiency.

• Lead and manage daily restaurant operations, including labor expense, inventory control, and guest service standards to meet financial targets
• Assist the General Manager with the development of strategies to increase revenue, profitability, and guest satisfaction
• Ensure compliance with health department standards and food safety regulations
• Handle guest complaints and resolve conflicts promptly and professionally
• Understand and implement all programs, procedures, standards, specifications, guidelines and training protocols
• Supervisor and support a team of food and beverage personnel including hiring, scheduling, assigning work, reviewing performance, and employee engagement
• Collaborate with culinary team to ensure a seamless service experience between kitchen and dining room
• Manage the restaurant's employee relations and human resources agendas while understanding the language within the collective bargaining agreement (CBA)
• Other job duties as assigned

Qualifications & Requirements

• Minimum of four years of restaurant management experience, preferably in a high-volume, fine dining restaurant.
• Candidate must be able to communicate in English fluently and in a professional manner and proficiency in a second language is a plus.
• Previous experience in a Forbes-rated restaurant is highly preferred.
• Excellent financial acumen, including budgeting and cost control. Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop team members.
• Requires the ability to work efficiently and with a team environment.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain any licensing or active work cards required, at present or in the future, for this position at all times.
• Applicant must be 21 years of age or above.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities.
• Proven track record of increasing revenue and profitability in previous roles.