Assistant General Manager Upscale Italian Restaurant (Charleston SC)
Compensation: $58000$68000 (DOE)
A nationally recognized chef-driven restaurant group is seeking an experienced and hospitality-focused Assistant General Manager to join the leadership team at one of its acclaimed upscale Italian-inspired concepts in Charleston SC.
Known for scratch-made pastas wood-fired pizzas and genuine service this restaurant delivers a refined yet lively dining experience where high standards and heartfelt hospitality go hand in hand. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established high-volume concept doing over $4M annually with a leadership team that values professionalism warmth and consistency.
What Youll Do
- Lead the floor: Run nightly service with a calm confident presence; manage pacing timing and guest experience at the highest standard.
- Coach the team: Mentor servers hosts and support staff in real time; reinforce standards and cultivate an environment built on Consistency Cleanliness and Kindness.
- Deliver hospitality: Handle VIP guests special requests and recovery opportunities with care and professionalism.
- Operational excellence: Support daily cash handling scheduling inventory and closeout procedures.
- Collaborate: Partner with the Chef and Beverage Manager on menu rollouts service choreography and team tastings.
- Safety & compliance: Uphold all ServSafe and DHEC standards while maintaining a clean safe and efficient environment.
What You Bring
- 25 years in high-volume chef-driven or fine-dining restaurants with at least 12 years in a leadership role (AGM Floor Manager or Captain).
- A service-driven mindset and proven success leading busy dinner services.
- Experience with Italian cuisine or fine-dining service preferred (Italian can be taught).
- A humble collaborative approach someone who models reliability empathy and professionalism.
- ServSafe Certified (or willing to obtain with company support).
Compensation & Benefits
Salary: $58000$68000 depending on experience.
Comprehensive Benefits Package includes:
- 100% employer-paid healthcare $125/month contribution to an HSA
- $50/month wellness stipend for health-related items (gym membership therapy massage weight loss programs etc.)
- $400 personal dining tab every four-week operational period
- 2 weeks PTO after 6 months (increases over time; does not roll over or pay out)
- Book Benefit: One book per month from Blue Bicycle Books (up to $45)
- Free parking provided
- Daily staff/family meal
- 401(k) after 1 year with a 100% match on the first 3% and 50% match on the next 2% of salary contributions
- On-site safety personnel nightly ensuring team members are never alone on property
About the Concept
This Charleston favorite blends classic Italian cooking with Southern warmth a place where guests feel cared for and every detail matters. The restaurant group behind it is deeply invested in developing leaders and maintaining a culture grounded in hospitality and respect.
To Apply
Submit your résumé here or email with the subject line Assistant General Manager Charleston.
We look forward to hearing from you.
Required Experience:
Director
Assistant General Manager Upscale Italian Restaurant (Charleston SC)Compensation: $58000$68000 (DOE)A nationally recognized chef-driven restaurant group is seeking an experienced and hospitality-focused Assistant General Manager to join the leadership team at one of its acclaimed upscale Italian-in...
Assistant General Manager Upscale Italian Restaurant (Charleston SC)
Compensation: $58000$68000 (DOE)
A nationally recognized chef-driven restaurant group is seeking an experienced and hospitality-focused Assistant General Manager to join the leadership team at one of its acclaimed upscale Italian-inspired concepts in Charleston SC.
Known for scratch-made pastas wood-fired pizzas and genuine service this restaurant delivers a refined yet lively dining experience where high standards and heartfelt hospitality go hand in hand. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established high-volume concept doing over $4M annually with a leadership team that values professionalism warmth and consistency.
What Youll Do
- Lead the floor: Run nightly service with a calm confident presence; manage pacing timing and guest experience at the highest standard.
- Coach the team: Mentor servers hosts and support staff in real time; reinforce standards and cultivate an environment built on Consistency Cleanliness and Kindness.
- Deliver hospitality: Handle VIP guests special requests and recovery opportunities with care and professionalism.
- Operational excellence: Support daily cash handling scheduling inventory and closeout procedures.
- Collaborate: Partner with the Chef and Beverage Manager on menu rollouts service choreography and team tastings.
- Safety & compliance: Uphold all ServSafe and DHEC standards while maintaining a clean safe and efficient environment.
What You Bring
- 25 years in high-volume chef-driven or fine-dining restaurants with at least 12 years in a leadership role (AGM Floor Manager or Captain).
- A service-driven mindset and proven success leading busy dinner services.
- Experience with Italian cuisine or fine-dining service preferred (Italian can be taught).
- A humble collaborative approach someone who models reliability empathy and professionalism.
- ServSafe Certified (or willing to obtain with company support).
Compensation & Benefits
Salary: $58000$68000 depending on experience.
Comprehensive Benefits Package includes:
- 100% employer-paid healthcare $125/month contribution to an HSA
- $50/month wellness stipend for health-related items (gym membership therapy massage weight loss programs etc.)
- $400 personal dining tab every four-week operational period
- 2 weeks PTO after 6 months (increases over time; does not roll over or pay out)
- Book Benefit: One book per month from Blue Bicycle Books (up to $45)
- Free parking provided
- Daily staff/family meal
- 401(k) after 1 year with a 100% match on the first 3% and 50% match on the next 2% of salary contributions
- On-site safety personnel nightly ensuring team members are never alone on property
About the Concept
This Charleston favorite blends classic Italian cooking with Southern warmth a place where guests feel cared for and every detail matters. The restaurant group behind it is deeply invested in developing leaders and maintaining a culture grounded in hospitality and respect.
To Apply
Submit your résumé here or email with the subject line Assistant General Manager Charleston.
We look forward to hearing from you.
Required Experience:
Director
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