AGM

SOMNI | West Hollywood, CA

Salary: $85,000 annually

Position: Full-Time

Somni is a three-Michelin-starred restaurant in West Hollywood, led by Chef Aitor Zabala. We offer an intimate and highly personalized dining experience where creativity, precision, and attention to detail define every aspect of our hospitality.

We are seeking a dedicated, highly organized, and detail-oriented Assistant General Manager – Service & Operationsto join our leadership team.

This position is ideal for a hospitality professional who takes pride in operational excellence, enjoys developing teams, and understands that exceptional service begins long before the first guest arrives.

Working closely with our General Manager, the Assistant General Manager will oversee the daily organization, preparation, and execution of our dining room operations.

The primary focus of this role is to ensure that every element of our service environment meets Somni's standards, from the organization and handling of our tableware to the preparation of the dining room, the supervision of daily tasks, and the consistency of service execution.

We are looking for someone who leads by example, takes ownership of their responsibilities, and has a genuine appreciation for precision, organization, and teamwork.

Dining Room & Service Operations

• Oversee the daily setup and preparation of the dining room and service stations.

• Ensure the proper presentation, cleanliness, and organization of all service areas.

• Supervise table settings, glassware, silverware, linens, and service equipment.

• Conduct daily inspections before and after service to maintain consistent standards.

• Maintain a highly organized, efficient, and visually impeccable working environment.

Tableware, Equipment & Inventory

• Oversee the proper handling, storage, maintenance, and organization of all tableware, ceramics, glassware, and service equipment.

• Implement procedures to minimize breakage, damage, and unnecessary replacement costs.

• Maintain accurate inventories and report damaged or missing items.

• Coordinate with the culinary team to ensure proper organization and handling of shared service equipment.

• Identify opportunities to improve storage systems, workflow, and operational efficiency.

Team Leadership & Accountability

• Supervise and coordinate daily responsibilities among the front-of-house team.

• Assign tasks and ensure they are completed accurately and on time.

• Establish and maintain clear daily checklists and operational procedures.

• Provide ongoing training, constructive feedback, and guidance to team members.

• Promote a culture of responsibility, consistency, respect, and attention to detail.

• Address operational issues proactively and ensure appropriate follow-through.

Service Execution

• Support and supervise the front-of-house team throughout service.

• Maintain seamless communication between the dining room and culinary teams.

• Anticipate operational needs and resolve issues before they affect the guest experience.

• Ensure consistency in service standards, presentation, and hospitality.

• Assist the General Manager with daily operations and leadership responsibilities.

• Previous experience in a management or supervisory position within fine dining or luxury hospitality.

• Experience in Michelin-starred restaurants or comparable high-end dining environments strongly preferred.

• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Strong leadership, communication, and team-development abilities.

• Comprehensive understanding of fine-dining service standards, tableware handling, and dining room operations.

• Ability to establish procedures, maintain accountability, and consistently follow through.

• A proactive, hands-on approach with a strong sense of ownership.

• Professionalism, discretion, adaptability, and a collaborative attitude.

At Somni, excellence is built through consistency, discipline, and care.

We believe that the smallest details contribute to the overall guest experience. We are looking for someone who shares this philosophy and finds genuine satisfaction in creating an environment where everything has its place, every task has a purpose, and every team member understands their responsibilities.

This is an opportunity to become an important part of the leadership team at one of Los Angeles' most distinctive dining destinations.

Compensation: $85,000 annually, commensurate with experience.

Somni is an equal opportunity employer.