We have three locations: Tribeca, Park Slope, and Chelsea

About Fonda:

 Fonda is a casual fine dining restaurant group in New York City serving exciting contemporary Mexican cuisine with three locations; Chelsea, Tribeca and Brooklyn. 

 About the role: 

As Assistant General Manager, along with the General Manager you will help supervise all aspects of the restaurant’s success, including: quality of food, beverage and service, financial performance, facility repair and maintenance, and personnel decisions. Opening and closing the restaurant according to your restaurant’s tasks list.  You will communicate with the staff regularly and work side-by-side with your FOH and BOH teammates to consistently improve in all areas of performance.  You will communicate frequently, share best practices, and ensure a consistent flow of information between you, the General Manager, and your team. 

The ideal candidate should possess a commitment to elevating all aspects of the guest experience. A strong work ethic, attention to detail, and sense of urgency is imperative, as is the ability to prioritize, multi-task, and manage time proficiently. You should have a genuine passion for hospitality, with the desire to grow professionally.

Responsibilities:

• Assisting with the hiring, training, developing, scheduling and management of all FOH staff
• Maintaining the highest levels of service and hospitality
• Motivating and mentoring staff’s knowledge and development
• Oversee guest services and resolve issues
• Adhere to all safety and sanitation regulations

Qualifications:

• New York restaurant and hospitality experience required in a moderate to high volume full service restaurant

• Bachelor's degree in hospitality and\or culinary arts is a plus, but not required
• Strong leadership qualities
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Positive attitude and commitment to teamwork
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills
• Extensive knowledge of food ingredients and cooking techniques
• Good knowledge in wine, spirits, and beverages
• Strong understanding of dining room dynamics and service standards
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Toast, and reservation systems
• NYC Food Handler's Permit
• Ability to lift 50 pounds, and stand for long periods of time

Employment Type:

Full-Time

Compensation Details:

Compensation (based on experience)

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Paid Time Off, Potential Bonuses, Dining 

Discounts

Required Skills:

• Experience with Toast POS
• Opentable
• Scheduling
• Microsoft Excel
• Business Operations

Fonda provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.