General Manager

Chicken Coup, LLC

$85K — $95K *
Hospitality & Recreation
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years in fast-paced, growth-focused restaurant management
  • 5+ years in team hiring, development, and management
  • Proven track record of business growth and guest loyalty enhancement
  • Familiarity with restaurant management software (Harri, Paylocity, etc.)
  • Strong communication skills; bilingual in Spanish is a plus
  • Experience in implementing complex operational systems
  • Ability to thrive in high-pressure, dynamic environments

Responsibilities

  • Ensure high standards for food quality and guest service recovery
  • Maintain an engaging presence on the restaurant floor, anticipating guest needs
  • Manage timekeeping and administrative functions using Harri and Paylocity
  • Oversee financial performance, including P&L accountability and cost control
  • Lead daily restaurant operations, including catering and delivery services
  • Recruit, onboard, and mentor new managers and team members
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance restaurant initiatives

Benefits

  • Opportunity to lead a growing restaurant brand
  • Engagement in a fast-paced, high-energy environment
  • Chance to mentor and develop teams
  • Collaboration with various departments for holistic restaurant growth
  • Focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence
Full Job Description
Job Type

Full-time

Description

Role Overview
Lead your restaurant like a CEO as Starbird continues rapid growth. You are the operational engine and hospitality leader, responsible for overall performance, guest satisfaction, team development, and strong financial results. This is a build-and-scale role requiring operational rigor, internal controls, adaptability, and a balance of compliance and exceptional guest experience.

Who You Are
• Hospitality-driven, people-focused, and energized by fast-paced restaurant environments
• Passionate about great food and the guest experience
• Strong sales mindset with the ability to upsell and drive revenue
• Experienced leader with deep skills in coaching, development, and team motivation
• Analytical, detail-oriented, and disciplined in process and data
• Calm, decisive, ethical, and solutions-oriented under pressure
• Comfortable in high-growth environments and committed to continuous improvement
• Collaborative partner across Operations, Finance, Legal, People & Culture, IT, and Marketing

What You'll Do

Guest Experience & Service
• Ensure high standards for food, beverage, hospitality, and service recovery
• Maintain strong floor presence, personalize guest interactions, and anticipate guest trends

Financial & Administrative Management
• Uphold company policies and all regulatory requirements
• Manage Harri and Paylocity; ensure accurate timekeeping and acknowledgements
• Oversee cash handling, credit controls, and inventory management
• Own P&L performance, revenue growth, cost control, and profitability

Restaurant Operations
• Lead daily restaurant, catering, and third-party delivery operations
• Ensure accurate staffing, clear scheduling, and consistent service standards
• Maintain inventory procedures and drive operational improvements

Leadership & Team Development
• Recruit, hire, onboard, and mentor managers and team members
• Build bench strength and deliver ongoing coaching and training
• Ensure accurate timecards, clear schedules, and effective labor management

Sales & Marketing Support
• Execute local and national promotions, events, and limited-time offers
• Support group business, site visits, and client interactions
• Elevate guest satisfaction through team development and product quality

Cross-Functional Partnership
• Collaborate with Marketing, Technology, Culinary, People & Culture, and Finance
• Execute brand initiatives, LTO rollouts, training programs, and technology enhancements

Requirements
• Background in hospitality, service, and people/metrics management
• 7+ years managing fast-paced, growth-driven restaurants
• 5+ years hiring, developing, and managing teams
• Proven ability to grow business and build guest loyalty
• Experience with restaurant software (Harri, Paylocity, OPUS, Google Workspace, Microsoft Office)
• Experience implementing complex systems and processes
• Strong communication skills; Spanish bilingual a major plus
• Ability to multitask, adapt quickly, and deliver operational excellence

Salary Description

$85,000 - $95,000

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