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:
Experience:
- Restaurant management: 2 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Washington, DC 20001 (Required)
Work Location: In person
