Job description

Long-standing restaurant and bar in a prime Venice beach location is seeking an experienced, hands-on General Manager to join their team! The ideal candidate is a dependable leader and self-starter with a strong sense of initiative, who can take charge to manage the staff, operations and service while maintaining a positive, supportive work environment. The GM must be comfortable working in a fast-paced, beverage-heavy establishment and be ok working later night shifts at least to start. High volume experience is a must for this role, and someone with a mix of both restaurant & bar management experience preferred. Great opportunity to work for a boutique restaurant group and a local institution!

General Manager Responsibilities:

• Oversee and positively impact all areas of the business including: sales, costs, employee retention, guest service and satisfaction, food quality, cleanliness and sanitation
• Ensure quality and consistency of all products served
• Ensure all equipment is kept clean and in excellent working condition
• Maintain positive and cooperative relationships with all vendors and business partners
• Foster opportunities for the team to learn and grow
• Hire and retain salaried and hourly team members
• Continually strive to educate and develop of staff as it relates to food, beverage, and service
• Create a positive and fun working environment
• Take ownership of the business to increase sales and profitability
• Set an example to the team by providing excellent hospitality and service at all times
• Anticipate the needs of the restaurant and act upon them
• Be knowledgeable of restaurant policies regarding personnel and deliver prompt, fair and consistent corrective action for any and all violations of company policies, rules and procedures.
• Fully understand and comply with all federal, state, county and municipal regulations that pertain to health, safety and labor requirements

General Manager Qualifications:

• 2+ years’ experience as Restaurant General Manager (GM) or 4+ years as Restaurant Assistant General Manager (AGM), Food & Beverage Director, (F&B), FOH General Manager, or FOH Department Manager from a full-service, restaurant, bar, or lounge concept is required
• Previous high-volume experience required
• Past bar management experience preferred
• Proven track record in leading, coaching, developing and motivating a team
• Expertise and interest in beer highly desirable, along with knowledge of wine and spirits
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Highly organized and hands-on
• Task and goal oriented with a strong attention to detail
• Effective problem-solving skills
• Ability to thrive in a high-pressure environment
• Develop relationships with guests to create & maintain guest retention
• Team player mentality
• Process driven and able to implement operating procedures that will continue to maximize efficiency
• Exceptional standards for cleanliness, health, and safety
• Experience in managing P&L
• Ability to analyze sales and labor data and make adjustments as needed
• Proficient at Excel and creating/reading spreadsheets
• Flexible schedule, including weekends, and on holidays
• Comfortable working evening/late night shifts in a beverage-heavy establishment
• Willingness to learn
• Food Safety Certification
• Able to stand/walk for long periods of time

Compensation Package Includes:

• Competitive Base Salary
• Quarterly Bonus
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Monthly Wellness Stipend
• PTO Plan

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $105,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years

Restaurant type:

• Bar
• Casual dining restaurant

Shift:

• 10 hour shift
• Evening shift

Weekly day range:

• Weekend availability

Work Location: One location

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