Golden Diner is an intimate and welcoming Asian diner located in Manhattan’s Two Bridges. Contrary to your average diner, our restaurant has achieved national acclaim and recognition from the New York Times, James Beard Foundation, Food & Wine Magazine, The New Yorker, Vogue, and Resy, to name a few. We are searching for an Assistant General Manager to join our team. This is a leadership position that will work closely with the General Manager and Chef & Owner to lead our FOH.
Does This Sound Like You?
You want to join a small and effective leadership team, where your voice and ideas are heard and can be actioned right away.
You are excited to make a mark and help establish FOH systems and long-term strategies for Golden Diner.
You are in tune with the Asian and Asian American experience and culture (our concept is rooted in this).
You are searching for a long-term place to grow and feel fulfilled.
You’re a hustler and problem solver. You are constantly looking to learn, grown, and improve.
“Positive leadership and culture” are not just pretty words; it embodies who you are.
Do You Have These Skills & Experience?
Experience in a concept-driven, high-volume restaurant (or equivalent relevant experience).
Experience in building out a team, and implementing FOH and HR systems, preferred.
High interest and understanding of Asian cuisine, beverages, and culture.
Excellent communication and people management skills.
Familiarity with fast-paced restaurant dynamic.
Working knowledge of standard restaurant management tools (Toast POS/Payroll, Excel, Quickbooks, Resy, etc.).
What to Expect on the Job
Assist General Manager in overseeing day-to-day restaurant operations.
Exemplify good hospitality; guide and motivate our team in creating an exceptional guest experience.
Manage inventories (beverage, glassware, silverware, etc.) and strengthen relationships with suppliers.
Manage restaurant operations email.
Help manage weekly payroll.
Maintain a safe and healthy facility by following and enforcing Department of Health and other regulations and restaurant standards.
Work with leadership team to develop and implement effective FOH systems for Golden Diner, and help adapt these systems to new restaurant openings as needed.
Support setting up new food and beverage menus as well as sharing input on existing menu.
Collaborate regularly with leadership team to develop strategies to manage restaurant financials, including F&B and labor costs.
What We Provide
Opportunity to grow and advance your career with a great team
Relatively consistent schedules with days off
Base salary of $70,000 - $75,000 (depending on experience)
Performance-based raises and promotions
Paid time off
Health insurance with company contribution (Medical/Dental/Vision)
401K
Dining discounts
Please note this job description is not 100% comprehensive of what you may be doing on the job, but it should give you a good idea of what to expect. If you like what you’ve read so far, please reach out!
