Step Into Leadership – Join Us as Assistant General Manager!

At Ambar Restaurants, our mission is to create lifetime guests by delivering unforgettable dining experiences, one exceptional moment at a time. We are currently seeking a dedicated and dynamic Assistant General Manager to join our leadership team at our Shaw, Washington, DC location.

This is a hands-on leadership role, with a strong presence on the floor during service. It’s an exciting opportunity for a driven hospitalty professional with a passion for service excellence, team leadership, and operational success. If you're ready to grow your career in a vibrant, guest-focused environment — we want you on our team.

Who We Are

Hospitality is the heart of our brand. Everything we do is rooted in tradition and the unique Balkan version of hospitality, elevated to the highest possible level.

We believe in integrity, empathy, honesty, and transparency. We take pride in our work and are constantly pursuing excellence in everything we do. If you share these values and have a passion for leadership and guest experience, you’ll fit right in.

What You’ll Do

Support the General Manager in overseeing daily restaurant operations to ensure smooth and efficient service
Support P&L management with the GM - weekly tracking, forecasting, and variance analysis
Maintain a strong and visible presence on the floor, leading by example and delivering exceptional guest experiences
Lead, coach, and develop FOH teams, fostering a culture of accountability, hospitality, and excellence
Oversee opening/closing procedures, cash handling, and overall shift execution
Manage reservations flow, pacing, and table management to optimize service and drive revenue
Collaborate closely with BOH leadership to ensure seamless communication and execution
Assist with scheduling, labor management, and cost controls to support financial performance
Provide thoughtful table touches and resolve guest concerns with professionalism and care
Participate in hiring, onboarding, and ongoing development of team members

What You Bring to the Table

Proven experience in a restaurant management role (Assistant General Manager or similar) in a high-volume, full-service environment
Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire, motivate, and develop teams
A guest-first mindset with a passion for hospitality and service excellence
Solid understanding of restaurant operations, including labor, scheduling, and cost controls
Experience with POS and scheduling systems (e.g., Toast or similar) preferred
Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills

Schedule & Availability

The restaurant is closed for lunch service
Dinner service: Wednesday – Sunday
Brunch service: Saturday & Sunday
Weekend availability is required

Perks of the Role

Competitive salary + benefits
Opportunity to grow within an expanding and dynamic restaurant group
Work in a collaborative, energetic, and guest-focused environment
Be part of a team that values culture, excellence, and continuous improvement

Ready to take the next step in your hospitality career?

Join us and help lead exceptional guest experiences every day.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Health insurance
Vision insurance
Paid time off
Paid parking

Ability to Commute:

Washington, DC (Shaw location) (Required)

How to apply?

All interested candidates who meet the above qualifications are encouraged to reply to this posting with a copy of your resume. Due to a high volume of applications, we will only reach out to applicants who best meet the description.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Shift:

10 hour shift

Experience:

Restaurant management: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

Washington, DC 20001 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Ambar Restaurant - Shaw Location

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