Job Description
Job Purpose
- The Assistant General Manager (AGM) supports the General Manager in overseeing the day-to-day operations of Above Lifestyle’s outlets — ensuring exceptional guest experiences, operational efficiency, and alignment with the brand’s premium hospitality standards.
- The AGM serves as a bridge between management and departmental teams, driving excellence, discipline, and innovation across all business units (restaurant, lounge, club, and events).
Key Responsibilities
Operations Oversight:
- Supervise daily operations across all outlets to ensure smooth workflow, timely service delivery, and adherence to brand standards.
- Monitor outlet performance in areas of customer service, hygiene, staff conduct, and operational efficiency.
- Enforce Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and ensure compliance with company policies and health/safety regulations.
- Support the GM in strategic planning, goal-setting, and performance reporting.
Guest Experience & Service Excellence:
- Ensure every guest interaction reflects Above Lifestyle’s premium and personalized service ethos.
- Manage guest feedback, complaints, and special requests promptly and professionally.
- Work closely with the Restaurant, Bar, and Lounge Managers to maintain consistency in service quality.
Team Leadership & Staff Management:
- Supervise departmental heads (Restaurant, Bar, Kitchen, Shisha, Maintenance, Security, etc.) and ensure seamless interdepartmental collaboration.
- Support recruitment, onboarding, and training of new staff to uphold service excellence and company culture.
- Conduct daily and weekly briefings to align team performance with operational goals.
- Drive motivation, discipline, and staff engagement initiatives to reduce turnover and improve morale.
- Delegating tasks appropriately to balance team member workloads while supporting business goals
Financial & Administrative Support:
- Monitor daily sales reports, expense tracking, and revenue inflow sheets in collaboration with Accounts, and take corrective action to avoid future occurrences and adjust spending to eliminate variances.
- Assist in cost control, procurement validation, and resource optimization to reduce operational waste.
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting activities as directed by management.
Brand Standards & Innovation:
- Uphold Above Lifestyle’s brand identity in ambiance, service, and communication.
- Recommend and implement innovative ideas to enhance guest satisfaction and drive repeat patronage.
- Ensure all outlets operate within brand guidelines, maintaining the premium and luxury positioning.
- Manage the 100% guarantee procedures in accordance with standards, and eliminate service issues that result in repeated invocations of the guarantee.
Facility & Asset Management:
- Oversee facility maintenance, repairs, and general upkeep of all outlets and staff quarters.
- Ensure all appliances, equipment, and utilities are functional and serviced regularly.
Compliance & Reporting:
- Prepare weekly operational and performance reports for management review.
- Ensure compliance with labour laws, licensing, and internal code of conduct policies.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or related field.
- Minimum of 3–5 years’ experience in hospitality operations, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or assistant managerial role.
- Proven experience managing high-end restaurants, lounges, or clubs.
- Strong leadership, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent communication and organizational abilities.
- Proficiency in MS Office, POS systems, and hospitality management software.
Core Competencies:
- Leadership & People Management
- Guest Experience Management
- Operational Excellence
- Financial Acumen
- Brand & Service Consistency
- Decision-Making and Accountability
- Innovation and Adaptability
- Team Collaboration and Integrity