General Manager - Restaurant

General Manager – Pink Ivy Kitchen & Bar

Location: Hopkins, MN
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: $62,000–$75,000 annually, based on experience

Pink Ivy Kitchen & Bar is an award-winning, independently owned restaurant in the heart of downtown Hopkins. With 75 indoor seats and a charming 32-seat seasonal patio, we're a small restaurant with a strong sense of community and a dedication to exceptional hospitality. We're passionate about great food, creative cocktails, thoughtfully selected wines, and creating a welcoming experience that keeps our guests coming back.

We're looking for an experienced General Manager who shares that passion and takes pride in leading a great team. The right person is approachable, organized, dependable, and comfortable taking ownership of daily operations while working closely with our ownership and culinary teams.

We value collaboration, open communication, and a positive work environment where everyone is treated with respect.

What You'll Do

Lead and Develop Our Team

• Hire, train, schedule, and support our front-of-house team.
• Provide consistent coaching, feedback, and accountability while maintaining a positive and respectful workplace.
• Lead by example, setting clear expectations for professionalism, teamwork, and exceptional hospitality.
• Help employees grow in their roles and create an environment where people enjoy coming to work.

Manage Daily Restaurant Operations

• Oversee daily front-of-house operations, ensuring smooth service and a consistently excellent guest experience.
• Manage FOH scheduling, staffing levels, and labor costs.
• Oversee opening and closing procedures, service standards, and operational organization.
• Manage beverage inventory, ordering, purchasing, and vendor relationships.
• Monitor sales, expenses, and operational performance to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Work closely with our culinary and bar teams to ensure communication and coordination between departments.
• Maintain cleanliness, safety, and compliance with restaurant policies and applicable regulations.

Coordinate Events and Special Experiences

• Manage event inquiries, bookings, planning, and coordination for private events, wine tastings, and other special programming.
• Coordinate menus, staffing, schedules, and event logistics with the appropriate team members.
• Oversee event execution to ensure a seamless experience for our guests.

Collaborate on Our Beverage Program

• Work with ownership and our bar team on seasonal cocktails, specialty beverages, and beverage menu updates.
• Contribute creative ideas and assist with beverage recipes, pricing, and cost management.
• Help maintain a beverage program that reflects Pink Ivy's style and commitment to quality.

Work Closely With Ownership

• Communicate proactively, follow through on priorities, and take initiative in addressing operational needs.
• Identify opportunities to improve service, team performance, and overall efficiency.
• Take ownership of day-to-day FOH management while collaborating with ownership on the restaurant's continued success.

What We're Looking For

• At least 3 years of restaurant management experience in a full-service environment.
• Previous General Manager experience strongly preferred.
• A genuine passion for hospitality and creating memorable guest experiences.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach, motivate, and hold employees accountable.
• Excellent organization, time management, and follow-through.
• A professional, approachable communication style and the ability to handle challenging situations with maturity and good judgment.
• Experience managing labor, inventory, purchasing, and restaurant operating costs.
• Comfort with restaurant POS systems, scheduling tools, and day-to-day operational technology.
• An understanding of wine, cocktails, and beverage service is a plus.
• The ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Compensation

$62,000–$75,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

Benefits and additional compensation details will be discussed during the interview process.

Join Our Team

We're looking for someone who wants to be part of a restaurant they can take pride in. Someone who cares about their team, pays attention to the details, and understands that great hospitality starts with strong leadership.

If you're an experienced restaurant manager who enjoys building relationships, developing people, and creating exceptional guest experiences, we'd love to hear from you.

Pay: $62,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training

Experience:

• Management: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person