General Manager - Restaurant

**Job Overview** We are seeking an energetic and dynamic **General Manager \- Restaurant** to lead our vibrant dining establishment. In this pivotal role, you will oversee all aspects of restaurant operations, ensuring exceptional customer experiences, efficient management of staff, and seamless service delivery. Your leadership will drive the restaurant’s success by fostering a positive work environment, maintaining high standards of food quality and safety, and implementing innovative strategies to enhance profitability. This position offers a fantastic opportunity for a passionate hospitality professional to make a significant impact in a fast\-paced, customer\-focused setting. **Duties** * Lead and motivate the restaurant team to deliver outstanding food service and customer satisfaction. * Oversee daily operations including food preparation, kitchen management, and front\-of\-house activities. * Manage inventory control, ordering supplies, and ensuring proper food handling and safety protocols are followed. * Supervise staff training, development, and performance evaluations to build a skilled and motivated team. * Handle cash management, POS systems (Toast POS), and cash handling procedures accurately. The ability to learn and utilize Restaurant 365 software. * Ensure compliance with health regulations, food safety standards, and sanitation requirements. * Coordinate shift management, scheduling staff efficiently to meet customer demand during peak hours. * Monitor financial performance by managing budgets, controlling costs, and analyzing sales data to maximize profitability. * Foster a welcoming environment that promotes hospitality excellence and encourages repeat business. * Oversee catering, banquet services, bar operations, and special events as needed to diversify revenue streams. **Skills** * Extensive experience in food service management within quick service \& fast food restaurants or casual dining environments. * Proven supervisory experience with strong leadership skills in team management and staff training \& development. * Proficiency with POS systems, adept at cash handling and transaction accuracy. * Deep understanding of food preparation techniques including cooking, food handling, and kitchen management. * Knowledge of inventory control practices, budgeting, and food safety regulations essential for operational excellence. * Experience in managing restaurant operations with a focus on customer service excellence in both casual dining and fine dining settings. * Strong organizational skills for shift management, staff scheduling, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety. * Ability to interview candidates effectively and foster a positive workplace culture rooted in hospitality values. * Familiarity with hotel or catering experience is a plus; culinary background or barista experience can be advantageous. Join us as our General Manager \- Restaurant to lead with passion, inspire your team, and create memorable dining experiences that keep guests coming back! Pay: $55,000\.00 \- $65,000\.00 per year Benefits: * Employee discount * Paid time off * Paid training Application Question(s): * Do you have ability to pass a background check? Experience: * Restaurant management: 1 year (Preferred) License/Certification: * DABS training and fingerprints (Preferred) Security clearance: * Confidential (Preferred) Work Location: In person