Assistant General Manager

Ava Gene’s is a restaurant rooted in seasonality, craft, and genuine hospitality.
Through Italian-inspired food, warm service, and a deep connection to our community, we create memorable dining experiences that celebrate people, place, and purpose.

Ava Gene’s is seeking an experienced and hospitality-focused Assistant General Manager to support the daily operations of our acclaimed full-service restaurant. This role is ideal for a thoughtful leader who is passionate about food, wine, service, and developing teams while delivering an exceptional guest experience every night.

• Competitive Salary: $60,000 - $70,000 / year, depending on position and experience
• Quarterly Bonus Potential
• Comprehensive Benefits
  , including health insurance options, life insurance, and Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off: Up to 3 weeks accrued vacation years 1–5
• 401(k)
• Employee Dining Discounts
• Opportunities for Growth and Development within our restaurant group

• A commitment to cultivating a culture of hospitality, accountability, and collaboration
• The ability to execute operational excellence across service, bar, and dining room
• Strong leadership presence on the floor, with a focus on guest engagement and table touches
• Support of all operational, administrative, and facility needs of the restaurant
• Hands‑on leadership and mentorship of FOH teams, including hiring, training, and ongoing development
• A deep understanding of service flow, pacing, and quality control through expo and service execution
• Confidence handling sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion
• A passion for food, wine, and creating meaningful guest experiences

• 2+ years of food & beverage experience required
• At least 6 months of supervisory or management experience (AGM or equivalent)
• Experience in an upscale or chef-driven restaurant strongly preferred
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
• A genuine passion for hospitality and team development

Ava Gene’s is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We believe that every individual’s perspective strengthens our team and enhances the experience we provide to our guests. We are dedicated to equal pay, equal opportunity, and equitable advancement for all employees.

Work is performed primarily in a fast‑paced, full‑service restaurant environment with frequent distractions and elevated noise levels.

The person in this role must be able to occasionally or frequently:

• Move throughout the restaurant and office to access food, beverages, and equipment
• Operate standard office and restaurant equipment
• Ascend or descend stairs or ladders to access lighting, storage, or equipment
• Communicate clearly and effectively with guests and team members
• Distinguish tastes such as sweet, bitter, and acidic flavors
• Work in a busy, high‑energy environment

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.

If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the HR Department by phone at thepeopleteam@s