Restaurant Assistant Manager - LGBT bar & Lounge
6 days ago
New York
Job Description Job Title Assistant Manager – LGBT Bar & Lounge Location Hell's Kitchen, NYC Employment Type Full‐time | Evenings, Late Nights, Weekends & Holidays Required Salary $57,000 - $69,000 Full Time Assistant Manager Position Summary We are opening an exciting new LGBT bar lounge in the Hell's Kitchen neighborhood. We are seeking a motivated and hands‐on Assistant Manager to support the set-up and pre-opening activities, planning and launch. The Assistant Manager will transition into the role of supporting daily operations of our high‐energy multi level bar and lounge. The successful candidate will work closely with the General Manager to ensure excellent guest experience, efficient staff management, compliance with liquor laws, and smooth nightly operations in a fast‐paced, high‐volume environment. Key Responsibilities Operations & Guest Experience • Support day‐to‐night operations, including opening and closing procedures, • Maintain a visible presence on the floor during service to ensure guest satisfaction, • Handle guest concerns and resolve issues quickly and professionally, • Supervise, motivate, and support bartenders, servers, security, and support staff, • Assist with hiring, onboarding, scheduling, and performance management, • Assist with cash handling, end‐of‐night reconciliations, and loss prevention, • Monitor liquor and supply inventory; assist with ordering and stock controls, • Ensure compliance with all applicable liquor laws, health and safety regulations, • Enforce responsible alcohol service and crowd management policies, • Support themed nights, private events, DJs/entertainment logistics, and promotions, • Minimum 2–3 years of experience in a supervisory or assistant management role in a bar or nightclub environment, • Strong knowledge of bar operations, alcohol service, and nightlife service standards, • Proven ability to lead teams in a high‐pressure, high‐volume setting, • Excellent communication, problem‐solving, and organizational skills, • Flexible schedule with the ability to work late nights, weekends, and holidays, • Experience in nightclubs, lounges, or late‐night venues, • Familiarity with Toast POS systems and cash controls, • Competitive compensation (hourly or salaried, based on experience), • Performance‐based bonuses, • Growth and advancement opportunities, • Dynamic, fast‐paced work environment