Highlights
We're seeking an experienced, hospitality-driven Assistant General Manager (AGM) to lead an extremely successful upscale-casual restaurant in one of West Michigan's most desirable resort communities near Lake Michigan. Featuring a vibrant dining room, expansive outdoor patio, seasonal tourism traffic, and a strong commitment to exceptional guest experiences, this restaurant is designed to become a premier gathering place for both locals and visitors.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | New Buffalo, MI |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Company Size | 1 to 9 employees |
| Year Founded | 1968 |
| Website | http://www.harperjobs.com/ |
Description
Assistant General Manager | West Michigan Lake Shore | $70K–$90K
Help Lead One of West Michigan's Newest Upscale-Casual Dining Destinations
We're seeking an experienced, hospitality-driven Assistant General Manager (AGM) to lead an extremely successful upscale-casual restaurant in one of West Michigan's most desirable resort communities near Lake Michigan.
Featuring a vibrant dining room, expansive outdoor patio, seasonal tourism traffic, and a strong commitment to exceptional guest experiences, this restaurant is designed to become a premier gathering place for both locals and visitors.
This is a unique opportunity for a proven restaurant leader who thrives in high-volume environments, enjoys building teams and culture from the ground up, and is excited to be part of a growing team.
What You'll Do
- Help lead all day-to-day restaurant operations
- Recruit, train, coach, and develop a high-performing management and hourly team
- Create an exceptional guest experience that drives loyalty and positive word-of-mouth
- Assist the GM in managing labor, food cost, beverage cost, and overall financial performance
- Establish and maintain service standards that reflect an upscale-casual dining experience
- Assist in scheduling, inventory management, purchasing, and vendor relationships
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, sanitation, and liquor regulations
- Partner with ownership to execute business objectives and growth initiatives
- Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and hospitality excellence
What We're Looking For
- 3+ years of Restaurant Manager experience
- Experience in upscale-casual, polished casual, or chef-driven restaurant concepts
- Proven success managing high-volume operations
- Strong leadership, communication, and team-building skills
- Demonstrated ability to drive sales and profitability
- Experience hiring and developing management-level talent
- Good financial acumen with knowledge of P&L management
- Passion for hospitality and creating memorable guest experiences
What We Offer
- Competitive salary of $70,000–$90,000
- Performance-based bonus opportunity
- Leadership development and growth opportunities
- PTO
- Free financial planning
- Opportunity to help shape and grow a new restaurant concept
- Exceptional quality of life in a beautiful Lake Michigan resort community
If you're a hands-on leader who loves building teams, delivering memorable guest experiences, and creating a restaurant people talk about, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now or send your resume for confidential consideration.
Kevin Swanquist
Executive Recruiter
Harper Associates
kevin@harperjobs.com
www.harperjobs.com
248-737-0222
About Company
Harper Associates is a permanent placement firm which was established in 1968. Recruitment specialty areas include:
Hospitality
Healthcare
Medical Office
Estate/Private Service
Executive/Administrative Support
Mortgage
Sales
Non-Profit
Executive Searches
All assignments are handled by a specific Recruiter at Harper Associates, resulting in individualized attention to each and every employer. Confidentiality is considered of utmost importance. Both executive search and contingency placement assignments are conducted through the Farmington Hills, Michigan headquarters, with some assignments handled in our Boca Raton, Florida office.