General Manager - Restaurant

Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and energetic General Manager - Restaurant to lead our vibrant dining establishment. This pivotal role involves overseeing daily operations, ensuring exceptional customer service, and driving the overall success of the restaurant. The ideal candidate will possess a passion for food service, strong leadership skills, and a keen eye for detail to create an inviting atmosphere where both guests and staff thrive. As the face of the restaurant, you will inspire your team to deliver memorable dining experiences while maintaining high standards of food quality, safety, and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate the restaurant team to deliver outstanding customer service and achieve operational goals.
• Oversee all aspects of restaurant management, including staffing, training, scheduling, and performance evaluations.
• Manage food preparation processes, ensuring compliance with food safety standards and quality control.
• Supervise inventory control, ordering supplies, and managing food costs to maximize profitability.
• Utilize POS systems such as Aloha POS or Micros POS for order processing, sales tracking, and reporting.
• Handle cash management duties accurately, including cash handling procedures and reconciliation.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment by enforcing health regulations and safety protocols.
• Implement staff training programs focused on food handling, customer service excellence, and operational procedures.
• Oversee kitchen operations, including food production, kitchen management, and culinary standards.
• Coordinate shift management to ensure smooth service flow during busy hours in quick service or casual dining settings.
• Develop strategies for business growth through marketing initiatives, customer engagement, and community involvement.

Requirements

• Proven experience in restaurant management with a strong background in food industry operations; fine dining or casual dining experience is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated supervising experience with staff training & development skills.
• Extensive knowledge of food preparation techniques, culinary practices, and food safety regulations.
• Familiarity with POS systems such as Aloha POS or Micros POS for sales processing and reporting.
• Strong leadership abilities combined with excellent communication skills to motivate teams effectively.
• Experience managing budgets, controlling costs, and implementing inventory control measures.
• Ability to handle cash transactions accurately and perform cash handling duties confidently.
• Prior experience in managing fast-paced environments like quick service or fast food restaurants is advantageous.
• Knowledge of hospitality management principles including customer service standards and team management strategies.
• Skills in interviewing potential staff members and conducting performance evaluations to build a high-performing team.
• A passion for hospitality with a focus on delivering memorable guest experiences through exceptional food service management. Join us as we create a lively dining atmosphere where great food meets exceptional service! We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that supports your professional growth through ongoing training & development opportunities in restaurant management and culinary excellence. All roles are paid positions that value your expertise in leading successful hospitality operations—ready to make an impact? Apply today!

Pay: $48,000.00 - $52,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Work Location: In person