Assistant General Manager

THE ROLE

As Assistant General Manager, you are the leader on duty. You lead pre-shift, direct the zone managers working under you, own every escalation that crosses zones, and are accountable for what the room looks and feels like all night. You report directly to the General Manager, partner closely with the Executive Chef, and step in to lead the restaurant in the GM's absence. This is a hands-on, in-person leadership position with a clear path toward General Manager.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Lead preshift and set the priorities, focus points, and sales goals for the shift
• Direct the zone managers on duty, own crosszone escalations, and make the final call on the floor
• Walk the restaurant continuously and correct issues before guests notice them
• Cultivate relationships with regulars and VIPs, and drive the repeat business that follows
• Ensure celebrations, preferences, allergies, and special requests are captured and executed
• Own guest recovery on escalated issues, monitor reviews and feedback, and act on the patterns
• Lead hiring, onboarding, training, and development for the front of house, with consistent and compliant selection practices
• Coach the zone managers into stronger leaders, conduct performance reviews, and administer Progressive Discipline with GM oversight
• Build the frontofhouse schedule to forecasted volume and manage labor cost and overtime to budget
• Support cost of sales targets through portioning, waste control, inventory, and accurate ordering
• Own the beverage program on the floor, including wine service, craft cocktail execution, staff product knowledge, and liquor inventory
• Manage reservations, seating strategy, and cover pacing, and coordinate private events from booking through execution
• Complete endofshift reporting and cash handling accurately, and act on daily sales and labor reports
• Ensure foodsafety, sanitation, health code, and responsible alcohol service compliance on every shift
• Enforce dress code, appearance standards, and standards of conduct, and document incidents accurately
• Lead the restaurant in the General Manager's absence

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Minimum 3 years of restaurant management experience, with prior AGM or senior manager experience in a fine dining or upscale setting
• Proven ability to lead a shift and direct other managers, not just a section of the floor
• Working knowledge of fine dining service standards, wine service, and steps of service
• Familiarity with an extensive wine list and a craft cocktail program, and the ability to teach it to a team
• Financial literacy: experience reading a P&L and managing labor and cost of sales to budget
• A natural ability to connect with guests and build lasting relationships
• Excellent guest recovery skills and sound judgment under pressure
• Experience hiring, training, and developing both hourly staff and managers
• Experience with restaurant technology, including POS, scheduling, and reservation platforms
• Proficiency with Toast, OpenTable, Sling, and Tripleseat is a plus
• Solid understanding of foodsafety, alcohol service, and sanitation standards
• Food Manager and alcohol service certifications, or willingness to obtain them
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and lift up to 40 lbs
• Flexible availability, including weekends, evenings, and holidays

WHY MEAT MARKET

• Join a respected steakhouse group with an exceptional reputation
• Work in an upscale, highenergy environment with a team that has your back
• Step into a role with real ownership and a clear path to General Manager
• Be part of a scratch kitchen turning out some of the best steaks, seafood, and sushi around

BENEFITS

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Employee discount

Work Location: In person

If you lead from the floor, know how to develop the leaders under you, and want to help deliver unforgettable experiences every shift, we would love to meet you. Apply today and come be part of the Meat Market team.

About Meat Market Boca Raton

Meat Market isn't your traditional steakhouse. We're a modern, chic dining destination where prime cuts, sushi, fresh seafood, and standout hospitality come together to create something guests remember. Behind every unforgettable meal is a team that takes pride in its craft and holds itself to a higher standard. We're looking for team members who share that mindset and want to be part of something exceptional.