General Manager - Award-Winning Restaurant Group Los Angeles CASalary : $100000 - $110000
Acclaimed Los Angeles group with multiple successful locations is looking for a General Manager to lead the team at their popular farm-to-table concept.
The ideal candidate should have experience in farm-to-table cuisine and upscale, chef-driven restaurants. Candidates should also be ownership-minded, adaptive, and flexible with excellent knowledge of hospitality operations, wine, and high-level guest service.
Someone with a passion for training and leadership with a strong sense of humility who can foster a culture of community while holding themselves and the team to high standards.
A rare opening to join a very respected group and team at one of the Westside’s most respected restaurants!
General Manager Responsibilities :
- Oversee and positively impact all areas of the business including : sales, costs, employee retention, guest service and satisfaction, food quality, cleanliness and sanitation
- Maintain positive and cooperative relationships with all vendors and business partners
- Lead and direct the work of the management team including scheduling, assigning responsibilities, and setting expectations
- Hire and train managers and supervisors
- Creating a positive team dynamic and culture that exists in a fun working environment
- Develop a positive relationship with guests
- Anticipate the needs of the restaurant and act accordingly and in a timely manner
- Ensure quality and consistency of all products served with high standards
- Ensure all equipment is kept clean and in excellent working condition
- Foster opportunities for the team to learn and grow
- Continually strive to educate and develop of staff as it relates to food, beverage, and service
- Taking ownership of the business to increase sales and profitability
- Increasing brand awareness by creating marketing plans
- Set an example to the team by providing excellent hospitality and service at all times
- Be knowledgeable of restaurant policies regarding personnel and deliver prompt, fair and consistent corrective action for any and all violations of company policies, rules and procedures
- Fully understand and comply with all federal, state, county and municipal regulations that pertain to health, safety and labor requirements
General Manager Qualifications :
- 3-5+ years’ experience as a Restaurant General Manager (GM), Multi-Unit General Manager, Food & Beverage (F&B) Director, FOH General Manager, Director of Outlets, Director of Restaurants, or FOH Department Manager or comparable management role with a full-service, upscale restaurant concept is required
- Chef-driven restaurant experience highly preferred
- Ownership mindset and values
- Ability to multi-task and switch directions accordingly
- Strong knowledge of wine and spirits
- Proven track record in leading and motivating a team
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Highly organized
- Strong attention to detail
- Effective problem-solving skills
- Ability to thrive in a high-pressure environment
- Develops relationships with guests to create & maintain guest retention
- Team player mentality
- Process driven and able to implement operating procedures that will continue to maximize efficiency
- Exceptional standards for cleanliness, health, and safety
- Experience in managing P&L
- Flexible schedule, including weekends, and on holidays
- Food Safety Certification
- Able to stand / walk for long periods of time
Compensation Package Includes :
- Base Salary in the $100-110k range DOE
- Semi-Annual Bonus Structure
- Fully Covered Medical Benefits
- 401k
- Cell Phone & Wellness Stipend
- PTO Plan
- Company Dining Discounts