Job Title: Assistant General Manager

Job Type: Full-time

Location: Dallas, Texas

Compensation: $64,500 - $74,500 a year

Role Overview

As the Assistant General Manager, you will serve as the right-hand to the General Manager and play a key role in daily restaurant operations in Dallas, Texas . You will actively lead both Front of House (FOH) and Back of House (BOH) teams to deliver an exceptional guest experience while driving financial results and fostering a positive work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Restaurant Leadership & Shift Management: Direct daily operations, manage the flow of service, and confidently step into full operational ownership when the General Manager is unavailable.
• Guest Service: Ensure all guests receive responsive, friendly, and exceptional service. Resolve escalated guest concerns quickly and professionally.
• Team Development: Play a pivotal role in recruiting, hiring, on boarding, and training top-tier talent. Coach and develop supervisors, shift leads, and hourly staff.
• Inventory & Cost Control: Monitor purchasing, receiving, and inventory. Support the General Manager in controlling costs, analyzing sales trends, and reducing waste to optimize profitability.
• Administrative & Payroll Support: Assist with weekly payroll, accounts payable, scheduling, and labor management to meet operational goals.
• Compliance & Standards: Ensure strict compliance with all health, safety, sanitation, labor, and food handling regulations. Maintain excellent working condition of all restaurant equipment.

Core Qualifications

• Experience: 2+ years of restaurant management experience with strong background in both FOH and BOH operations.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in Point of Sale (POS) systems, basic math, cash handling, and reconciliation procedures. Experience managing scheduling, payroll, and cost control systems.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a passion for coaching and team building.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to work in a standing position for long periods (up to 10 hours) and the stamina to work 45 to 55 hours per week.
• Certifications: Must possess valid food safety certifications and stay up-to-date on all regulatory requirements.
• Eligibility: Must be at least 21 years of age and authorized to work in the United States.

If this opportunity excites you, we’d love to hear from you! Please send your resume to TexasJobs@geckohospitality.com