General Manager

Bear Flag Fish Co.

$80K — $100K *
Hospitality & Recreation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of restaurant management experience (GM or AGM level preferred)
  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • High energy with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
  • Proven track record in driving sales and managing costs
  • Passion for hospitality and guest experience
  • Seafood knowledge

Responsibilities

  • Lead, train, and develop a high-performing team
  • Foster a positive, team-oriented work culture
  • Oversee daily operations including FOH and BOH coordination
  • Ensure exceptional guest service and resolve customer concerns
  • Manage scheduling, labor costs, and inventory
  • Maintain health, safety, and cleanliness standards
  • Drive sales and profitability through strong operational practices
  • Collaborate with ownership on business goals and growth strategies

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • Bonus based on performance
  • Employee discounts
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development
Full Job Description
Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • Bonus based on performance
  • Employee discounts
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development


We're looking for a dynamic, hands-on General Manager to lead our team, drive operations, and deliver an exceptional guest experience every day.

Position Summary
The General Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of restaurant operations, including team leadership, financial performance, guest satisfaction, and maintaining Bear Flag's high standards of quality and service.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead, train, and develop a high-performing team
  • Foster a positive, team-oriented work culture
  • Oversee daily operations including FOH and BOH coordination
  • Ensure exceptional guest service and resolve customer concerns
  • Manage scheduling, labor costs, and inventory
  • Maintain health, safety, and cleanliness standards
  • Drive sales and profitability through strong operational practices
  • Collaborate with ownership on business goals and growth strategies

Qualifications
  • 3+ years of restaurant management experience (GM or AGM level preferred)
  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • High energy with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
  • Proven track record in driving sales and managing costs
  • Passion for hospitality and guest experience
  • Seafood knowledge

What We Offer
  • Competitive salary + performance-based quarterly bonuses
  • Opportunities for growth within the company
  • A fun, team-driven, coastal work environment
  • Benefits!


Compensation: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

company description

Bear Flag was founded in 2007 by Thomas and Erika Carson, inspired by a lifelong passion for fishing and fresh, sustainable seafood. What started in Newport Beach has grown to locations in Huntington Beach and Newport Coast, along with our sister restaurants, Wild Taco and Circle Hook.

We're always looking for great people to come aboard and join the crew! If you bring positive energy, work hard, and take pride in what you do, you'll fit right in here.

Our team is built on people who care about great food, great service, and supporting each other. Many of our crew members start here and grow with us over the years.

If you're ready to jump in, work hard, and be part of the crew - we'd love to meet you.

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