Assistant General Manager Job at Ama, Washington DC

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  • Ama
  • Washington DC

Job Description

At Ama , hospitality is more than a service—it’s a daily ritual of connection, intention, and joy. Inspired by the Northern Italian lifestyle , we embody slower living, whole ingredients, and immersive spaces that shift throughout the day. From an energizing caffè to an aperitivo garden and a warm, festive dining room, Ama invites guests into a world that honors beauty, sustainability, and presence .

We are looking for an Assistant General Manager to join our leadership team and help guide Ama through its next chapter of growth. This role is ideal for someone who combines operational skill with a heart-forward, guest-driven mindset. You’re passionate about restaurants as places of well-being and expression , and you bring a steady hand to both service and strategy.

Who You Are:

  • A leader and mentor who inspires through presence and professionalism

  • Comfortable in both high-touch guest interactions and behind-the-scenes systems

  • Aligned with Ama’s values of sustainability, quality, and community care

  • Curious about the future of food, wellness, and regenerative hospitality

  • Eager to grow with a company that’s shaping something intentional and fresh

What You'll Do:

  • Collaborate with the Restaurant Director to guide all aspects of daily and long-term operations

  • Be present and proactive on the floor— leading by example

  • Support hiring, training, and development of team members

  • Lead or assist in financial tasks: daily logs, labor tracking, inventory, cost control

  • Co-create service standards and programming to reflect Ama’s ethos

  • Help curate guest experiences and maintain high service consistency

  • Assist in oversight of scheduling, labor compliance, and team wellness

  • Participate in marketing, events, and seasonal campaigns as needed

You Bring:

  • 2–4 years of management or AGM experience in full-service restaurants

  • Strong working knowledge of restaurant systems and financials

  • Leadership skills that blend structure and compassion 

  • A passion for hospitality, team-building, and meaningful guest experience

  • Reliable, organized, and solutions-oriented mindset

  • An interest in health, wellness, or sustainable food systems is a plus

  • Availability for full-time schedule including weekends and holidays

What We Offer:

  • Competitive salary + bonus structure (based on role and experience)

  • Health benefits, paid time off, and family meal

  • A nurturing work environment rooted in mission, beauty, and belonging

  • Ongoing mentorship and learning opportunities

  • Exposure to high-level restaurant operations with room to grow

  • Involvement in creative direction, activations, and brand evolution

Job Tags

Full time, Part time, Seasonal work, Shift work,

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