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Restaurant General Manager
Job Description
- Leadership & Team Management: Lead, motivate, and develop a diverse team of employees, ensuring effective communication, high morale, and a positive work environment.
- Operational Oversight: Manage all day-to-day operations, including front-of-house and kitchen activities, inventory management, and supply ordering to ensure efficiency and consistency in service.
- Customer Satisfaction: Ensure every guest has an outstanding dining experience by maintaining high service standards, addressing any concerns promptly, and ensuring quality food and beverage delivery.
- Financial Management: Oversee budgeting, financial performance, and cost control, including labor, food, and beverage expenses. Implement strategies to achieve financial goals while maintaining quality standards.
- Staff Training & Development: Provide training and ongoing development opportunities for staff, conduct performance evaluations, and ensure adherence to operational standards.
- Health & Safety Compliance: Ensure the restaurant adheres to all health, safety, and sanitation standards, including food handling, cleanliness, and workplace safety guidelines.
- Quality Control: Monitor food preparation, presentation, and portioning to ensure consistency and that all menu items meet the established quality standards.
- Marketing & Community Engagement: Participate in local marketing initiatives and community engagement efforts to promote the restaurant and drive business growth.
- Problem Solving & Conflict Resolution: Resolve customer complaints, staff issues, and operational challenges quickly and effectively to maintain a positive and productive environment.
- Previous experience in a restaurant management role, ideally as a General Manager or similar position.
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage and inspire a team.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Solid financial acumen with experience managing budgets and cost control measures.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment while maintaining attention to detail.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing situations.
- Knowledge of health and safety regulations and ability to enforce compliance.
- Flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
- High school diploma or equivalent required; a degree in hospitality management or a related field is preferred.
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance options.
- Paid time off and holiday pay.
- Opportunities for career growth and advancement.
- Employee discounts and perks.
Meet Your Recruiter

Scott Weaver
Executive Recruiter | Restaurant Division
Scott Weaver is a results-driven Recruiter with over 20 years of hiring, human resources, hospitality management, and people development experience. He takes pride in his top retention results due to strong operational partnerships and a commitment to selecting top talent.
Scott grew up in the hospitality industry and quickly identified the impact of service focused team members exceeding guest expectations. Scott believes success starts with getting to know the people that drive your business. He has recruited throughout the United States and Canada and never tires of matching great leaders with the right Client.
Since 2000, Gecko Hospitality and its dedicated Franchise Partners and Recruiters throughout the United States and Canada have been pioneers in the hospitality recruiting industry. The value that Gecko Hospitality provides to its clientele is evident in the advanced networking and technology skills our professional recruiters possess in identifying qualified restaurant professionals.
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