General Manager

Job Title : General Manager

Location : Raleigh, NC

Salary : $80,000 - $115,000 + Bonus

Skills : Restaurant Operations Management, P&L Management, Team Leadership & Development, Guest Experience & Customer Service, Labor Cost Control, Food Cost & Inventory Management, Sales Growth & Revenue Optimization, Fine Dining & Upscale Casual Operations, Staff Training & Performance Management, Local Store Marketing & Community Engagement

About Company / Opportunity :

An upscale Mediterranean restaurant offering a vibrant dining experience inspired by the flavors and traditions of the Mediterranean. The concept combines thoughtfully prepared cuisine, quality ingredients, and an elevated wine program in a lively, contemporary atmosphere.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced General Manager to take ownership of restaurant operations, lead and develop a strong team, and drive sales and profitability while delivering an exceptional guest experience. The ideal candidate is a hands-on hospitality leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, understands financial performance, and is passionate about building a positive team culture.

The position offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, employee dining discounts, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for career advancement.

Responsibilities :

• Lead the selection, coaching, and recognition and development of a highly effective management team.
• Lead the management team to achieve high performance of all front and back of house functions including managing staffing levels, scheduling, performance corrections and performance evaluations.
• Ensure team is result and solution driven, works together, and demonstrates Carolina Hospitality.
• Communicate regularly and effectively with Home Office, supervisors, management staff, team, guests.
• As an ambassador of our brand, create and nurture relationships within the community.
• Adhere to all laws, policies, and company standards.
• Lead and manage cost of sales and controllable expenses.
• Ensures a safe working environment to reduce the risk of injury and accidents through continual repair and maintenance of restaurant.
• Oversees implementation of local store marketing and national marketing promotions to increase sales.
• Be a good steward; act with ownership mentality.
• Responsible for the safety, training, administration, sales, and profitability of the restaurant.

Must-Have Skills :

• Restaurant Operations & Team Leadership: Proven experience overseeing daily restaurant operations, developing strong teams, and maintaining high service standards.
• P&L Management & Cost Control: Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, labor and food costs, control expenses, and drive restaurant profitability.
• Guest Experience & Service Excellence: Experience delivering exceptional hospitality in an upscale or full-service restaurant environment while maintaining high service standards and guest satisfaction.

Nice to Have Skills :

• Upscale Casual or Fine Dining Experience: Background managing upscale casual or fine dining restaurants with high standards for food quality, service, and overall guest experience.
• Local Store Marketing & Sales Growth: Experience executing local marketing initiatives, building community relationships, and driving restaurant sales and repeat business.
• Wine Knowledge & Beverage Program Management: Familiarity with wine service, beverage operations, and inventory management to enhance the guest experience and maximize beverage sales.