THE OPTIMIST GENERAL MANAGER - UP TO $120K/yr. + BONUS (Germantown)

The Optimist (Nashville)

$85K — $120K *
Hospitality & Recreation
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of progressive restaurant experience preferred
  • 5+ years in senior management roles
  • Strong leadership and team-building skills
  • Proven ability to enhance guest satisfaction
  • Expertise in operational oversight and performance monitoring
  • Experience in hiring, training, and developing staff

Responsibilities

  • Lead all aspects of restaurant operations
  • Monitor service performance and guest satisfaction
  • Control reservations and oversee seating arrangements
  • Facilitate daily team meetings to promote positivity
  • Implement menu changes and updates
  • Anticipate and respond proactively to guests' needs

Benefits

  • Major Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
  • Supportive work culture and ethical environment
  • Performance-based raises and promotions
  • Paid Time Off, including Childbirth Recovery and Parental Leave
  • Long-term retention bonuses
  • Time off on major holidays
  • 50% discount at all Rocket Farm Restaurants
  • Access to specialized leadership classes and career advancement support
  • Participation in employee-led mentorship programs and councils
Full Job Description
The Optimist is seeking an accomplished General Manager to captain our ship!

The General Manager leads all aspects of restaurant operations by leading the team in an open, positive and approachable manner. He/she monitors the restaurant in its entirety, controls reservations and seating and oversees menu changes in addition to hiring, training and developing all staff. He/she monitors the service and performance of the team and is able to anticipate guests' needs to proactively and effectively to ensure guests' total satisfaction. The General Manager leads daily meetings while fostering an educational and positive work environment. 10-years of progressive restaurant experience preferred, five of which are in senior management. Apply today and become part of a dynamic, innovative, and heartfelt group of unique individuals!

Competitive salary: $85,000 - $120,000/yr. DOE + generous quarterly bonus program

Full benefit eligibility after 30-days of employment:

Major Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

As a valued member of our team, you will also receive:
  • A supportive culture and ethical work environment
  • Dynamic performance-based raises and promotions
  • Paid Time Off, Childbirth Recovery Leave and Parental Leave to support a healthy work-life balance
  • Significant Long-term Retention bonuses
  • Time off on most major holidays, including Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
  • 50% discount at all Rocket Farm Restaurants - Atlanta, Charlotte, Nashville, Houston, Raleigh, and Winter Park
  • Rocket Farm University: specialized leadership classes and personalized support for career advancement
  • Employee-led Mentorship programs, Advisory Council and Safety Committee


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