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Job description
General Manager
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced General Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of a high-volume, full-service restaurant. This individual will be responsible for driving revenue, managing financial performance, developing a strong leadership team, and ensuring consistent execution of operational and service standards.
Core Responsibilities
Lead all daily restaurant operations, including staffing, scheduling, inventory management, food quality, and safety.
Recruit, train, coach, and develop both hourly team members and management personnel.
Build and maintain a high-performing team while fostering a positive, accountable restaurant culture.
Drive sales and profitability while effectively managing labor, food, and operating expenses.
Own restaurant-level P&L performance and utilize financial metrics to identify opportunities for improvement.
Deliver a consistently high-quality guest experience and address customer concerns professionally and effectively.
Ensure compliance with health, safety, food handling, labor, and alcohol service regulations.
Execute company marketing initiatives while supporting local community engagement and relationship-building efforts.
Maintain strong operational standards across service, kitchen execution, cleanliness, and overall restaurant presentation.
Partner with senior leadership to identify opportunities to improve operational performance, employee retention, and guest satisfaction.
Qualifications
4+ years of restaurant management experience , with prior General Manager experience strongly preferred.
Experience operating a high-volume, full-service, casual dining, sports bar, or similar restaurant concept .
Proven ability to lead large teams and develop managers and hourly employees.
Strong understanding of restaurant P&L management, labor optimization, food cost, and controllable expenses.
Demonstrated history of improving sales, profitability, team performance, and guest satisfaction.
Strong communication, leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Working knowledge of food safety, labor regulations, and responsible alcohol service.
Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
Ideal Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate is a proven restaurant operator who has experience leading high-volume, full-service, sports-bar, casual dining, or other complex restaurant environments .
We are particularly interested in leaders with a minimum of 5 years of General Manager experience who have managed large teams, maintained rigorous operational standards, driven financial performance, and consistently delivered strong guest experiences.
Strong candidates from high-volume, systems-driven fast-casual and quick-service concepts will also be considered, particularly those who have demonstrated success managing large teams, optimizing labor, maintaining operational consistency, and executing against detailed brand standards.
Leadership & Culture
The organization places a strong emphasis on developing leaders from within, empowering employees, and creating meaningful opportunities for career advancement .
Successful leaders are expected to foster a culture centered around:
Communication
Integrity
Accountability
Team development
Appreciation
Operational excellence
Exceptional guest service
Candidate Verification
Resume accuracy and employment history are important considerations in the selection process. Candidates should be prepared to verify their employment history, responsibilities, and titles.
Prior to receiving an offer, candidates will also be expected to provide at least three current or recent professional references who can speak directly to their leadership ability, performance, and results.
Compensation & Benefits
Additional performance-based incentive opportunities
Medical benefits through a national healthcare network
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Opportunities for career advancement and leadership development
The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated track record of building high-performing teams, driving restaurant sales, managing P&L performance, controlling costs, and delivering an exceptional guest experience.
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Worksite address
new orleans, LA, 70123, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.