Assistant General Manager

Assistant General Manager

Join the Leadership Team at Windward Restaurant Concepts

Windward Restaurant Concepts is dedicated to creating exceptional dining experiences through outstanding cuisine, exceptional hospitality, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.

As we prepare to open The Blu Fin, an upscale dining destination in Vero Beach, we are building a leadership team that is passionate about service, committed to developing others, and driven to deliver memorable guest experiences.

We are seeking an experienced Assistant General Manager to play a key leadership role in the successful opening and long-term growth of The Blu Fin. This is a unique opportunity to help establish the culture, operating standards, and guest experience from the very beginning.

Position Summary

The Assistant General Manager partners with the General Manager to oversee the daily operations of the restaurant while ensuring exceptional service, operational excellence, and strong financial performance. This leadership role provides oversight of both front-of-house and back-of-house operations while developing high-performing teams and fostering a culture built on professionalism, accountability, teamwork, and hospitality.

Why Join Windward Restaurant Concepts?

Opening a new restaurant is a rare opportunity to build something exceptional from the ground up.

As a member of our leadership team, you will help shape our culture, mentor and develop team members, and create an environment where both employees and guests thrive. If you are looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while advancing your hospitality career, we invite you to join us.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with the General Manager to oversee the daily operations of the restaurant.
• Serve as acting General Manager in the General Manager’s absence, ensuring seamless leadership and operational continuity.
• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing hospitality team.
• Foster a positive, accountable, and guest-focused culture.
• Ensure exceptional guest experiences and resolve concerns with professionalism and urgency.
• Maintain the highest standards of service, cleanliness, and operational execution.
• Assist with recruiting, hiring, onboarding, scheduling, coaching, and performance management.
• Support labor management, budgeting, and financial performance objectives.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, food safety, sanitation, and liquor regulations.
• Review operational performance and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and profitability.
• Build strong relationships with guests, team members, and community partners.
• Support private dining events, promotions, and other special initiatives.

QualificationsRequired

• Three or more years of restaurant management experience, preferably in an upscale or fine dining environment.
• Proven leadership experience developing and managing hospitality professionals.
• Strong knowledge of restaurant operations, labor management, and financial performance.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• A passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Preferred

• Fine dining or luxury hospitality experience.
• Seafood or steakhouse experience.
• Experience with OpenTable, Resy, or similar reservation platforms.
• Wine knowledge or WSET certification is a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary: $65,000–$75,000 annually
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Employee dining discount
• Professional growth and advancement opportunities

Build Something Exceptional

If you are passionate about hospitality, inspired by developing exceptional teams, and excited about helping launch The Blu Fin, we encourage you to apply today.

Windward Restaurant Concepts is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person