Assistant General Manager

NOW Group
  • Peoria Heights, IL
  • $50,000–$55,000
24 days ago

Job Description

The Assistant General Manager (AGM) supports daily restaurant operations while helping develop team culture, manage profitability, and deliver exceptional guest experiences. This role works closely with the General Manager and ownership to maintain high operational standards, coach staff, and execute systems that keep Brienzo’s running smoothly.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support daily FOH and BOH operations to ensure consistent execution and service standards.
  • Lead, train, and motivate team members to perform at their best.
  • Manage scheduling, labor tracking, and shift performance.
  • Monitor food, beverage, and labor costs to maintain profitability goals.
  • Ensure compliance with health and safety codes (ServSafe certified or ability to obtain).
  • Address guest concerns with professionalism and a solutions-oriented mindset.
  • Collaborate on menu updates, events, and special projects across locations.
  • Uphold company culture and contribute to an exceptional workplace environment.

What We’re Looking For:

  • 2+ years of management experience in a high-volume restaurant or hospitality setting.
  • Strong leadership and communication skills.
  • Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities.
  • Hands-on, approachable, and dependable.
  • Passionate about food, service, and people.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-driven environment.

Compensation & Benefits:

  • Competitive salary + tips.
  • Paid time off and performance-based bonuses.
  • Opportunities for growth into a General Manager role.
  • Company perks, team meals, and event opportunities.
  • Supportive and dynamic workplace culture.

Join the Team:

If you’re ready to take the next step in your hospitality career and grow with a brand that’s expanding, we’d love to meet you. Apply today and become part of the Brienzo’s family.

About NOW Hospitality:

NOW Hospitality is a future-forward restaurant group crafting soulful, scalable concepts that connect with guests and drive strong returns. Built by operators and creatives, we blend thoughtful design with genuine hospitality—setting the pace for what neighborhood dining can be. Rooted in culture, designed for connection, and powered by performance.

NOW Group is a creative collective specializing in hospitality concepts, curated events and brand partnerships, and strategic consulting. We build standout brands, craft memorable experiences, and help businesses grow with clarity and impact.

Salary

$50000.00 - $55000.00 per year

Benefits

Paid time off, Employee discount

Job Type

Full time

Numbers & Facts

LocationPeoria Heights, IL
Salary$50,000–$55,000

Skills

  • Alliance/Partner Managementunmatched
  • Brand Strategyunmatched
  • Business Growthunmatched
  • Coachingunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Compensation and Benefitsunmatched
  • Consultingunmatched
  • Food Servicesunmatched
  • Food and Beverage Industryunmatched
  • Leadershipunmatched
  • Maintain Complianceunmatched
  • Operational Supportunmatched
  • Operationsunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Performance Analysisunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Profit & Loss Managementunmatched
  • Restaurantunmatched
  • Safety Codesunmatched
  • Safety Complianceunmatched
  • Schedule Developmentunmatched
  • ServSafe Certificationunmatched

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