Assistant General Manager (AGM)

Join Our Team as Assistant General Manager (AGM)

About the Position: The Assistant General Manager works closely with the General Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of the restaurant, ensuring efficient service, strong team performance, and guest satisfaction. This position is hands-on and requires a high level of organization, leadership, and problem-solving ability. The AGM must be proactive, adaptable, and ready to assist in all aspects of service and operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in managing daily restaurant operations, ensuring a seamless and high-quality guest experience.
• Lead FOH staff, ensuring adherence to service standards, hospitality expectations, and company policies.
• Train, mentor, and develop employees, fostering a positive, professional team environment.
• Support the General Manager in hiring, scheduling, and labor management.
• Oversee and support service flow, ensuring efficiency and attention to detail in guest interactions.
• Assist in inventory management, ordering, and cost control.
• Address guest concerns, complaints, and service recovery efforts in a professional manner.
• Maintain compliance with health and safety regulations, labor laws, and internal policies.
• Work with the General Manager and Chef de Cuisine to ensure FOH and BOH collaboration.

What We’re Looking For (Please Read Carefully): We are seeking a motivated, hospitality-driven leader with strong organizational skills, financial understanding, and a commitment to exceptional service. The ideal candidate is a highly adaptable problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume restaurant environment.

Minimum Requirements

• You must be 21 or older to apply
• Minimum 3 years of management experience in hospitality or restaurant settings.
• Experience in high-volume, fast-paced service environments.
• Strong leadership, communication, and team development skills.
• Ability to manage financial responsibilities, including labor cost control and inventory tracking.
• Familiarity with POS systems (Toast preferred), reservation systems (Resy/OpenTable), and scheduling software (Sling / When I Work).
• Strong problem-solving ability, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• California Food Handler’s Card and RBS certification required.
• Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Must be able to lift 50lbs and stand for extended periods of time

What We Offer: Competitive salary based on experience. Health Benefits. 401k with a 4% match after 6 months of employment. Substantial growth opportunities within an expanding company. Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

If you are a hospitality-driven leader looking to advance your career in a dynamic, growing restaurant brand, we’d love to hear from you.

Horsefeather Palo Alto is an extension of the original Horsefeather, offering a full-scale restaurant experience. Our space is designed to be comfortable and welcoming, with a focus on high-quality cocktails, a dynamic food program, and an environment that feels effortlessly stylish yet approachable. We serve lunch and dinner every night, along with brunch on Saturdays and Sundays. The menu is rooted in New American cuisine, incorporating diverse influences to create dishes that are both familiar and exciting.

Pay: Starting at $80000.00 / year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount

Job Type: fulltime

Education: High school degree

Work location: On-site

Palo Alto, CA. 855 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA, 94301