Assistant General Manager - Local Brewery - Room to Grow

Job Description

Job Description

Assistant General Manager

Cedar Rapids, Iowa

55k to 65k

Position Summary

The Assistant General Manager (AGM) plays a vital role in the restaurant’s success, supporting the General Manager in daily operations, team leadership, and guest satisfaction. This role is perfect for someone who is passionate about hospitality, team development, and business operations. As an AGM, you will: Support & Lead: Assist in building and developing a high-performing team that consistently delivers legendary guest experiences. Ensure Operational Excellence: Help oversee restaurant operations, ensuring high food quality, exceptional service, and a welcoming environment. Enhance the Guest Experience: Utilize guest feedback and Qualtrics data to drive continuous improvement in service and satisfaction. Drive Business Success: Work alongside the General Manager to control food and labor costs while maximizing sales and profitability. Foster a Positive Team Culture: Support and motivate employees, promoting teamwork, accountability, and growth.

While every day brings new challenges, the core responsibilities of the AGM include:

Guest Satisfaction

· Ensure each guest receives a legendary dining experience.

· Handle guest feedback with professionalism and a problem-solving approach.

· Maintain high standards in food quality, cleanliness, and service.

Business & Financial Management

· Support sales growth and profitability through effective operations management.

· Help monitor and manage food, labor, and operational costs.

· Assist in controlling costs related to food, labor, and operations.

Team Leadership & Development

· Assist in recruiting, training, and developing team members.

· Set clear expectations and provide regular coaching and feedback.

Lead by example, fostering a team-oriented, positive work environment.

Operational Excellence

· Maintain compliance with health, safety, and brand standards.

· Oversee daily operational procedures to maintain efficiency.

· Ensure proper inventory management and cost control.

Qualifications, Skills, and/or Competencies:

• Passion for leading and developing people

• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license

• Proven record of management, communication, and organizational skills

• The ability to prioritize multiple situations

• Effective communicator and listener with good oral and written communication skills

• Restaurant management experience, preferred

• Proficient in basic computer skills

• High School graduate or equivalent education

• Possess business acumen

Why Join Us?

· Competitive Pay & Bonus Potential

· Leadership Growth

· Positive & Family-Oriented Culture

· Impact Your Community

If you’re ready to lead with purpose, make a difference, and take your career to the next level, apply today!

\nCompany Description

Since 2000, Gecko Hospitality has established itself as a premier recruiting partner for the hospitality and restaurant management industry, consistently connecting top-tier talent with exceptional career opportunities and supporting employers in building high‐performing leadership teams. With deep industry expertise and a nationwide recruiting network, Gecko delivers tailored, people‐focused hiring solutions that drive meaningful organizational impact.

Our professional recruiters bring a distinct advantage: they are former senior hospitality leaders who have managed operations, led teams, and delivered excellence across restaurants, hotels, private clubs, and other hospitality environments. This firsthand experience enables us to identify and engage candidates who are not only highly qualified but well‐equipped to excel in demanding leadership roles — from general managers and executive chefs to COOs and HR directors.

With more than 25 years of recruiting experience and over 45,000 successful placements across all 50 states and Canada, Gecko Hospitality has earned a reputation for integrity, credibility, and consistent results. Our core values — community, integrity, excellence, credibility, and passion — guide every interaction with both clients and candidates.

At Gecko Hospitality, we do more than fill positions. We create long‐term success for professionals and organizations by delivering strategic recruitment solutions that strengthen teams and elevate the hospitality industry as a whole.

Company Description

Since 2000, Gecko Hospitality has established itself as a premier recruiting partner for the hospitality and restaurant management industry, consistently connecting top-tier talent with exceptional career opportunities and supporting employers in building high‐performing leadership teams. With deep industry expertise and a nationwide recruiting network, Gecko delivers tailored, people‐focused hiring solutions that drive meaningful organizational impact.\r\n \r\nOur professional recruiters bring a distinct advantage: they are former senior hospitality leaders who have managed operations, led teams, and delivered excellence across restaurants, hotels, private clubs, and other hospitality environments. This firsthand experience enables us to identify and engage candidates who are not only highly qualified but well‐equipped to excel in demanding leadership roles — from general managers and executive chefs to COOs and HR directors.\r\n \r\nWith more than 25 years of recruiting experience and over 45,000 successful placements across all 50 states and Canada, Gecko Hospitality has earned a reputation for integrity, credibility, and consistent results. Our core values — community, integrity, excellence, credibility, and passion — guide every interaction with both clients and candidates.\r\n \r\nAt Gecko Hospitality, we do more than fill positions. We create long‐term success for professionals and organizations by delivering strategic recruitment solutions that strengthen teams and elevate the hospitality industry as a whole.