Assistant General Manager

Assistant General Manager Aventino 4747 Bethesda Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814, United States Full Time • Salary ($70k - $85k)

Expires:

Jul 9, 2026 Be an early applicant Required Years of Experience 3 years Job Details Aventino is a Roman-Italian restaurant that has been featured in Washingtonian Magazine's 100 best restaurants, Bethesda Magazine, and the Eater 38. We are an airy and vibrant 130-seat bi-level restaurant that showcases traditional Roman cuisine while focusing on carefully sourced Mid-Atlantic ingredients. Highlights include shareable aperitivo snacks and antipasti, handmade pastas, all alongside house cocktails, including a selection of spritzes and negronis, and large Italian-focused wine list. The gorgeous space is anchored by a stunning green marble bar. We are seeking an experienced Assistant General Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will lead and develop a diverse team by showcasing a charismatic, hospitality-focused demeanor while fostering a caring, supportive culture. The Assistant General Manager is expected to operate in a hands-on fashion that promotes a seamless guest experience by providing warm and friendly service. The Assistant General Manager will work directly with the General Manager to guide daily operations. Benefits Our management team can enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including: A Competitive Salary Quarterly Bonus Program Paid Time Off - including holidays, vacation, and sick leave Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage Intra-Company Dining Discounts Employee-Focused Culture Responsibilities Motivate, mentor, and drive results across a diverse workforce while upholding the APHG culture expectations Ensure daily operations run smoothly and efficiently across all shifts Respond immediately and effectively to guest and employee needs and feedback Perform regular and ad hoc inventories of food, beverage and restaurant supplies Model and promote teamwork across all teams Assist GM in managing costs, driving sales and growing the business with regard to financial goals Assist with training, recruiting, HR and administrative duties; including all statement/P&L preparation Set and maintain the tone of the dining room — warm, polished, and highly guest-focused Develop and maintain vendor relationships to ensure product consistency and quality Work a variety of days and shifts (including early mornings, late nights and weekends) Move and lift up to 50 pounds Qualifications A minimum of 3 years of progressive managerial experience in chef-driven, high-volume, full service restaurants or 1 year of Assistant General Manager experience Strong financial acumen with the proven ability to oversee cost control, labor management, and bottom-line profitability Ability to lead and develop teams Understand and uphold proven FOH and BOH systems A self-starting, positive leadership mentality

Compensation Details Compensation:

Salary ($70,000.00 - $85,000.00)

Benefits & Perks:

Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, Potential Bonuses, Dining Discounts Required Skills Team Leadership Conflict Resolution Customer Service Excellence Operational Efficiency Inventory Management Sales Strategy Development Training and Development Effective Communication