Assistant General Manager

Position Title: Assistant General Manager

Salary: $88,000 to $95,000

 

 

Founded in 2005 as Hudson Yards Catering, Union Square Events is a culinary and operations leader in the hospitality industry, partnering with a diverse portfolio of best-in-class clients. We produce one-of-a-kind catered events and unparalleled dining experiences in a variety of cultural, corporate, entertainment, and private venues throughout New York City and beyond.

 

 

Job Summary

Assistant General Manager

Location: One Vanderbilt – Manhattan, NY

“One Vanderbilt is the best building location in Manhattan, period.” Located in Manhattan’s premier business district and directly connected to Grand Central Terminal, One Vanderbilt offers unmatched convenience, accessibility, and prestige. This iconic tower sets the standard for excellence — and we are seeking an exceptional hospitality leader to match.

About the Role

The Assistant General Manager works closely with the Director of Operations and provides hands-on leadership and strategic support to both Front of House and Back of House teams with a specific focus on the Beer, Wine, and Cocktail programs. The AGM collaborates with the Management Team to ensure we consistently deliver phenomenal service, including best-in-class culinary and beverage offerings for every guest.

This leader will guide, educate, and inspire the team to create an outstanding guest experience while fostering a positive, professional, and high-performing work environment for all employees.

 

Key Responsibilities

·        Partner with the Director of Operations to oversee daily operations and ensure seamless service execution

·        Lead the bartender team – recruiting, hiring, and training along with weekly schedules

·        Ensure the consistency of the cocktail offering, standardizing recipes and best service practices

·        Lead, coach, and develop FOH and BOH managers and hourly team members

·        Uphold and elevate service standards to ensure an exceptional hospitality-driven experience

·        Oversee scheduling, labor management, and productivity

·        Ensure operational excellence across culinary, beverage, and service execution

·        Maintain strong communication and collaboration between departments

·        Monitor financial performance, including cost controls and revenue optimization

·        Support hiring, training, and performance management initiatives

·        Act as Manager on Duty and step in as needed to support all areas of the business

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Who You Are

·        A strong hospitality leader with a passion for creating unforgettable guest experiences

·        Proven experience developing cocktails and an overall strong knowledge of diverse bar programs

·        Experienced in high-volume, service-driven environments

·        Collaborative, positive, and solutions-oriented

·        Skilled at developing teams and fostering accountability

·        Financially savvy with experience managing labor and operational budgets

·        Detail-oriented with a commitment to excellence

·        Flexible, adaptable, and energized by a fast-paced environment

 

 

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Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, incl