Assistant General Manager LaScala Restaurant Group Woodbridge, NJ Job Details Full-time $67,861.16 - $81,725.27 a year 10 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Retirement plan Qualifications Operations management Multilingual Restaurant management Team development Food service experience Guest services POS systems Leadership Operations manager experience Full Job Description A new restaurant is coming to Bridgewater, and we are building the leadership from the ground up. LaScala Restaurant Group is looking for an experienced General Manager, Assistant Manager and Kitchen Manager to lead one of our newest locations. This is an opportunity to be part of a restaurant opening from the beginning-building your team, establishing the culture, and creating an exceptional guest experience from day one. Overview Join our dynamic team as an Assistant General Manager and take the lead in driving store operations, sales, and customer satisfaction! This energetic role is perfect for a proactive, organized leader who thrives in a fast-paced retail environment. As an integral part of our management team, you will oversee daily store functions, motivate staff, and ensure excellent service delivery. Your expertise in retail management, team supervision, and operational excellence will help us achieve our goals while fostering a positive shopping experience for our customers. This paid position offers a fantastic opportunity to grow your leadership skills and make a meaningful impact within a vibrant retail setting. Responsibilities Assist the General Manager in overseeing daily store operations, including sales, inventory control, and customer service. Supervise and motivate retail staff to meet sales targets and deliver exceptional customer experiences. Manage employee orientation, training & development initiatives to ensure team members are well-equipped and engaged. Handle recruiting efforts by participating in interviewing candidates and supporting onboarding processes. Oversee payroll processing, bookkeeping, cash handling, and POS (Point of Sale) systems to maintain accurate financial records. Conduct inventory management activities such as stock replenishment, merchandising, pricing adjustments, and stock control. Ensure compliance with store policies, safety standards, and operational procedures while managing shift schedules and supervising cashiering duties. Experience Proven managerial experience in restaurants with a focus on sales team management. Demonstrated supervisory skills with experience in employee training, coaching, and performance management. Strong background in restaurant math including budgeting, pricing strategies, and sales analysis. Familiarity with POS systems, inventory control tools, and operational management software. Bilingual or multilingual abilities are highly valued to effectively communicate with diverse customer bases and team members. Experience in recruiting, interviewing candidates, payroll administration, bookkeeping, and cash handling is preferred. Prior assistant manager or managerial roles within high volume restaurants are highly advantageous; at least some supervisory experience is required. Embrace this opportunity to lead with energy and confidence! We're looking for a motivated professional ready to inspire teams, optimize operations, and elevate the hospitality experience every day.

Pay:

$67,861.16 - $81,725.27 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person