Summary
The General Manager will lead the coordination and planning of everyday business operations. The General Manager is a team builder and helps provide support and direction to ensure the operations of the business run smoothly.
Benefits:
Compensation: $90k-$105k Base plus bonus
PTO, 401K with Matching, Full Benefits Package
Job Expectations
The General Manager is always responsible and accountable for all restaurant activities. The General Manager ensures all Restaurant Management and Team Members are performing their job responsibilities and meeting expectations in all areas of their job descriptions. The General Manager is expected to create, execute and follow up on the Restaurant's Business Plan.
Duties:
• Follow the steps outlined in the Training Program to learn and train new skills, duties, and responsibilities
• Communicate to their immediate Supervisor when additional training guidance and practice is needed
• Ensure that required Ops Walks and Q&A checks to correct areas of opportunity are being completed effectively and consistently
• Ensure that shift schedules are organized for Team Members and monitor/coach attendance, tardiness, and time off
• Understand how each job responsibility impacts Guests, the Team, and overall Restaurant Operations and success
• Ensure the Restaurant Management and Team Members work together to prepare items on each daypart food and LBW menu while following instructions, safety procedures, and sanitary requirements
• Ensure restaurant cleanliness is conducted daily by delegating the clearing of tables, sweeping, and mopping floors, washing/sanitizing/disinfecting kitchen utensils and high touch-point areas, and servicing restrooms, etc.
• Handle Guests' concerns and complaints professionally and calmly to resolve problems according to Restaurant Policy to ensure every guest leave full and happy through Southern Hospitality
• Maintain a neat and tidy appearance by wearing a uniform and adhering to the Uniform Guidelines
• Are performance-oriented and performance-driven; understand performance expectations and are aware of performance results
• Provide direction/supervision/feedback for their Management & Team Members to maintain levels of high productivity and team morale
• Institute and follow advanced cash handling policies and procedures
• Hire, train, schedule and oversee the daily tasks of their teams
• Manage purchasing, inventory, maintenance, and other operational functions
• Develop strategies for better workplace efficiency and goal achievement
• Focus on building sales and forecasting future performance
• Effectively plan, organize, and implement all daily operational routines and activities with the Management Team
• Ensure all required administrative duties and daily paperwork including required checklists are completed
• Ensure the Restaurant is opened and closed according to Company Policy
• Establish an environment of trust to ensure honest, open, and direct communication
• Role model and set a positive example for the entire in all Team aspects of business and personnel practices
• Follows all company guidelines for food and cash controls; follows all cost control guidelines to maintain and minimize restaurant costs; properly uses all products, supplies, and equipment facilities
• Communicate effectively with the Restaurant Management Team and Team Members and resolve any interpersonal issues as needed
Requirements:
• Previous GM experience of 3-5+ years preferred
• Flexibility to work nights, weekends, holidays, opening and closing shifts
• Ability to stand for long periods of time and work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to bend and stoop and lift 50 - 75 lbs comfortably
• Positive attitude while conducting all duties
• Commitment to Guest satisfaction. Looks at Restaurant Operations from the Guest's point of view
• Effective communicator with co-workers and the Restaurant Management Team
• Excellent organization, planning, time management, delegation, and problem-solving skills
• Must have reliable transportation to work, a driver's license and proof of insurance
