Assistant General Manager

Crying Tiger is the celebrated new Southeast Asian concept from James Beard Award Finalist Chef Thai Dang (HaiSous) and Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants. Located in the heart of River North at 51 W. Hubbard Street, Crying Tiger was recently named #1 on Chicago Magazine’s Hot List and has earned accolades from Eater, Time Out, and The Infatuation. Our culinary program explores the vibrant flavors of Thailand, Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia and Southeast Asia, featuring a world-class beverage program by Partner Kevin Beary (of Three Dots and a Dash and Gus' Sip & Dip) and desserts by Netflix’s School of Chocolate winner, Executive Chef Juan Gutierrez. Join a team dedicated to excellence in one of Chicago’s most talked-about new openings.

Crying Tiger is Hiring Now: ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER!

Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants is looking for an Assistant General Manager with 2+ years of AGM experience. We reward our teams with benefits, career-long training and growth opportunities.

A Few of Our Benefits:

• Competitive Salary
• Quarterly Bonus
• Paid Time Off - including Paid Holidays, Personal Days & Vacation
• 401(k)
• Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Insurance
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life, Accident Protection & Critical Illness Insurance
• Domestic Partner Benefits
• Restaurant Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program - focusing on a commitment to mental health & wellness

Why Work With Lettuce? 

Lettuce is a culinary-driven restaurant company with a genuine commitment to our people: we welcome unique perspectives and nurture diverse talents at 130+ locations, supported by our Culture of Caring. If you’re ready to be a part of what we do next, then explore your possibilities at Lettuce and apply today!

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• Ensure day-to-day business operations run smoothly
• Assist with training, recruiting, HR and administrative duties; assist and financials / statement preparation; and assist the GM with customer service inquiries
• Organize, run and supervise smooth and efficient daily opening and closing shifts, ensuring an exceptional guest and employee experience
• Provide guidance and leadership to hourly and management teams while fostering our Culture of Caring
• Respond immediately and effectively to guest and employee needs and feedback
• Assist GM in managing costs, driving sales and growing the business in support of financial goals
• Partner with GM and management team to interview, hire, onboard, train, supervise and develop all BOH employees and teams as needed
• Perform regular and ad hoc inventories of food, beverage and restaurant supplies and track high cost items; place food, beverage and restaurant supply orders; and accept and inspect deliveries
• Model and promote teamwork across all teams
• Use tact and good judgment when dealing with challenges pertaining to guests, vendors and employees, and respond with patience and courtesy
• Work a variety of days and shifts (including early mornings, late nights and weekends) at multiple sites with or without overnight travel, as needed
• Move and lift up to 10 pounds, frequently move and/or lift up to 25 pounds, occasionally move and/or lift up to 50 pounds
  
  

• 5+ years of restaurant management experience
• 2+ years of AGM experience in a full-service restaurant
• Skilled in leading and developing teams
• Experienced with inventory and BOH systems