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Assistant General Manager

Dave & Buster's

Clarksville, TNFull-time$66–78K/yrPosted 1mo agoVerified open 5 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$66–78K/yr
Location
Clarksville, TN
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

The Assistant General Manager leads front‑of‑house and back‑of‑house operations at Dave & Buster’s, overseeing strategic initiatives, cost control, staff development, and guest experience while managing a fast‑paced restaurant/entertainment environment. They supervise teams, analyze financial performance, and ensure safety and quality standards are met.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Cost ManagementBusiness AcumenTeam LeadershipGuest Experience DeliveryFinancial AnalysisStaff TrainingStaffing OptimizationOperational ExcellenceSafety ManagementFast‑Paced Environment Adaptability

Qualifications

Age 21+5+ Years Restaurant Hospitality Experience

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match

Full job description

Job Description:

THE ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER: provides overall leadership, supervision, and direction on strategic initiatives and operating standards to positively impact business results for selected front-of-house and back-of-house areas under the guidance of the General Manager.

What we are looking for!

  • You love working in a fast-paced, multi-faceted restaurant/entertainment scene
  • You can communicate with the team members and guests in a way that inspires FUN!
  • You thrive on instant satisfaction! There's nothing better than improving someone's experience or encouraging your team to elevate their performance
  • You have never met a goal you can't beat
  • You can handle 100K days while walking five miles a shift & working an average of 50-hour work weeks
  • The ability to oversee all aspects of the business - from the most minor details to the big picture.

Requirements:

  • 21+ years of age
  • 5+ years of Restaurant/Hospitality Experience
  • Proficient in managing the cost of goods sold and labor
  • Strong business acumen
  • Ability to lead a team to create a memorable guest experience
  • The ability to work weekends, nights and holidays
  • Not afraid to work in a fast-paced, noisy environment with distracting conditions.

What will you be doing daily?

  • Promotes positive employee relations, including effective delegation of managerial duties and fostering high staff morale
  • Analyze financial reports and develop action plans to grow revenue and control costs in order to meet or exceed annual budgets
  • Assures the execution of staff training programs.
  • Assures staffing levels and management coverage are appropriate to meet the needs of the business and maximize the customer experience.
  • Deliver an unparalleled guest experience through the best combination of food, drinks, and games
  • Maintain a safe and secure environment for all guests and staff
  • Continuously improves operational execution through attention to detail and adherence to operating standards and procedures

PERKS!

  • Competitive salary

  • Quarterly bonus program

  • Health, Dental, Vision, Long & Short-term Disability

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Buster’s Legacy Fund (Supports team members during difficult times)

  • 401K matching plan

  • FREE food

  • FREE gameplay

  • Large leadership team = multiple managers per shift

  • FUN work environment

  • Grow your career! • Two FUN brands (Dave & Buster’s and Main Event Entertainment) under one roof = Double the growth opportunities

Dave & Buster’s Inc./Main Event Entertainment is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Salary Range: 66051- 77707

We are an equal opportunity employer and participate in E-Verify in states where required.

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