Assistant General Manager

Job Details About Alba

Alba Los Angeles is a lively and elegant Italian restaurant located in the heart of West Hollywood. Known for its rustic Italian cooking, vibrant atmosphere, and warm hospitality, Alba blends the energy of a modern Los Angeles dining room with the charm and generosity of an Italian gathering place. Our menu focuses on wood-grilled meats, fresh seasonal ingredients, handmade pastas, and a thoughtful wine and cocktail program.

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Assistant General Manager to help lead our front-of-house team and support the daily operations of the restaurant.

The Assistant General Manager plays a key leadership role in the day-to-day operations of Alba Los Angeles. Working closely with the General Manager and Executive Chef, the AGM helps ensure a seamless guest experience, strong team culture, and smooth service execution.

This role requires a hands-on leader who thrives on the floor, leads with hospitality, and is passionate about developing teams and delivering exceptional dining experiences in a high-volume, upscale environment.

• Support the General Manager in overseeing daily restaurant operations

• Lead by example on the floor to ensure warm, attentive, and professional guest service

• Train, mentor, and develop front-of-house team members to maintain Alba’s hospitality standards

• Monitor reservations, guest flow, and service pacing throughout each shift

• Assist in managing staffing levels, scheduling, and labor costs

• Collaborate closely with the Executive Chef and kitchen leadership to ensure seamless FOH and BOH communication

• Handle guest relations and resolve issues quickly and professionally

• Assist with recruiting, hiring, onboarding, and developing team members

• Support inventory management and ordering processes

• Maintain operational standards including opening and closing procedures

• Help implement systems and processes that improve efficiency and service consistency

• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and labor regulations

• Step in to lead service and operational decision-making in the absence of the General Manager

• 6+ years of restaurant experience, including 2–3 years in a management role in a full-service restaurant

• Experience in high-volume, upscale dining environments preferred

• Strong leadership presence and ability to motivate and develop teams

• Excellent communication and organizational skills

• Strong understanding of hospitality and guest-focused service standards

• Experience supporting labor management, scheduling, and operational systems

• Familiarity with reservation and POS systems such as SevenRooms, Toast, Aloha, or similar platforms

• Passion for food, wine, and hospitality

• Flexible availability including evenings, weekends, and holidays

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonus opportunities

• Health insurance options

• Paid time off

• Dining discounts

• Opportunities for growth within the restaurant group

Compensation: Salary ($85,000 – $100,000)

Benefits & Perks
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Potential Bonuses
Dining Discounts

Leadership
Team Development
Guest Engagement
Issue Resolution
Staff Training
Operational Efficiency
Time Management
Communication
Conflict Resolution
Customer Service Orientation
Adaptability
Floor Leadership