General Manager

Benihana

$75K — $95K *
Hospitality & Recreation
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of leadership experience in high-volume, full-service dining (preferably steakhouse or upscale dining)
  • Proven track record of driving sales and managing budgets
  • Strong business acumen and financial decision-making skills
  • Passion for hospitality and engaging with guests
  • Tech-savvy with experience in restaurant POS systems like MICROS, Aloha, or OpenTable
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment

Responsibilities

  • Lead and inspire a team to deliver exceptional guest experiences
  • Uphold world-class service and hospitality standards
  • Oversee restaurant functions including strategy, marketing, and risk management
  • Ensure compliance with corporate policies and health regulations
  • Recruit and onboard top-tier talent for a high-performance culture
  • Coach and mentor team members to promote career growth
  • Monitor financial metrics to maximize profitability

Benefits

  • Career opportunity with limitless potential
  • Part of an expanding global brand
  • Dynamic and high-energy work environment
  • Focus on team development and engagement
Full Job Description
What You'll Do:

As the General Manager, you will be the driving force behind daily operations, team leadership, and financial performance. You will be responsible for maintaining our brand standards, guest satisfaction, and a dynamic, high-energy environment while also ensuring profitability and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

Operations Leadership
  • Lead and inspire a team of managers and hourly staff to deliver an exceptional guest experience
  • Uphold THE ONE GROUP's world-class service and hospitality standards
  • Oversee all restaurant functions, including business strategy, marketing, and risk management
  • Maintain compliance with corporate policies, food safety standards, and health regulations

Team Development & Staffing
  • Recruit, hire, and onboard top-tier talent to support a high-performance culture
  • Coach, train, and mentor team members to drive excellence and career growth
  • Conduct regular performance evaluations and team-building initiatives

Financial & Business Performance
  • Monitor sales, labor, and operating costs to maximize profitability
  • Develop marketing initiatives and networking strategies to increase guest traffic and sales
  • Set and execute sales forecasts, budget goals, and profitability strategies
  • Ensure compliance with all financial reporting and cost management standards

What We're Looking For:
• 8+ years of leadership experience in high-volume, full-service dining (steakhouse or upscale dining preferred)
• A proven track record of driving sales, managing budgets, and leading successful teams
• Strong business acumen, financial expertise, and decision-making skills
• A passion for hospitality, guest engagement, and high-energy environments
• Tech-savvy with experience in restaurant POS systems (MICROS, Aloha, OpenTable, etc.)
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy restaurant atmosphere

Ready to Lead the Best in Vibe Dining?

This is more than a job-it's a career opportunity with limitless potential in an expanding global brand. If you're ready to take the next step in your hospitality career, apply today and join us in delivering an unmatched dining experience!

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