Job Details:

Motel Morris restaurant has an incredible opportunity for an Assistant General Manager!  There is strong potential for quick growth for this position to transition to GM for the right candidate.

Motel Morris is an American Bistro and bar located in the heart of the vibrant Chelsea neighborhood in Manhattan.   Drawing inspiration from the seasons and the green market, the menu is eclectic and globally influenced.  Our restaurant boasts a stylishly designed interior along with a  fabulous outdoor café.  Come experience our creative cocktails, local beers, or sip wine from our inspired list!

Assistant General Manager: About the Role

The Assistant General Manager supports the organization in all aspects restaurant and bar operations.

• Solid knowledge of bar operations, including scheduling, ordering spirits and wine, bar standards.
• Strong spirtis knowledge. 
• Consistently maintains a positive, courteous disposition and a neat, clean, professional image.
• Works with the General Manager in setting the direction of the business in day-to-day operations as well as developing and executing a plan to drive sales, manage costs, and grow the business within the values and ethos of the company
• Runs point in nightly dining room pre-service.
• Active in nightly service, ensuring the guest experience is smooth and up to standard
• Oversight and management of dining room team, including posting for jobs, hiring, and onboarding
• Manage and distribute FOH schedule
• Balances administrative responsibilities while also satisfying the role as a leader on the service team.
• Enhances and strengthens guest relationships, established and new, maintains and builds rapport with guests.
• Promotes cooperative effort, a team spirit, good morale, and positive culture among employees
• Resolves complaints from guests in a polite, friendly manner, always making sure we follow up with them when needed
• Presentation of the space and staff is maintained consistently and always exceeds standards.
• Participates in training about standardized policies (HR, fire, hygiene, health, safety, employee handbook, etc.)
• Help build and develop each member of the team to further their professional development, act as a mentor and approachable leader for all staff.
• Has a strong understanding of company background, core values, and philosophy
• Adheres to all company safety and sanitation policies and procedures
• Performs other work-related duties as assigned

• Minimum 2 years working in a full service restaurant environment
• Previous management experience is required.
• Experience with operations management, team management, and team development
• Proficient in a variety of technology systems, especially Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, and Google Workspace
• Able to work nights, weekends, and holidays, and variable schedule per the needs of the business
• Ability to stand for up to 8-10 hours a day.

• Motel Morris is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. This policy applies to all aspects of one's employment, including hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, eligibility for benefits, and termination.