About this opportunity
Horizon Hospitality Associates, Inc. lists this General Manager opportunity in sacramento, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
An innovative, high-growth outdoor food and beverage destination in Sacramento, CA , is seeking a high-performing General Manager to take full operational and P&L ownership of the entire property. This unique concept combines an outdoor social hub with a multi-unit commercial kitchen housing top local food concepts, with full liquor service launching soon. Under strong operational backing, the property is entering a high-growth phase, offering an ambitious hospitality leader the opportunity to complete an operational buildout, drive profitability, and eventually oversee multi-unit expansion. Located in the heart of Sacramento, this position offers the chance to lead a premier local destination in a vibrant, sun-drenched Northern California market known for its booming farm-to-fork dining scene, rich culture, and accessible outdoor recreation.
Position Responsibilities
Oversee full P&L and financial performance across both venue and commercial kitchen operations, managing cost lines, labor forecasting, and profitability strategies.
Lead the operational turnaround plan, driving peak season profitability, off-season stability, full kitchen occupancy, and event revenue growth.
Spearhead the launch of full bar service, including cocktail menu development, staff hiring/training, inventory controls, and ticket size growth.
Direct daily floor operations, ensuring exceptional guest experience, brand standards, site cleanliness, and high team energy.
Hire, train, and manage key leadership roles—including sales/marketing, bar management, and kitchen coordination—building a strong internal talent pipeline.
Implement operational discipline and weekly tracking metrics (utilizing EOS processes) to maintain labor costs under budget and pour costs below target metrics.
Partner with commercial kitchen tenants to enforce lease agreements, ensure operational consistency, and maximize tenant success.
Maintain complete regulatory compliance across health, fire, safety, and alcohol beverage control standards.
Position Requirements
5+ years of high-volume hospitality management experience with direct, full P&L accountability; food hall, outdoor venue, brewery, or multi-concept experience highly preferred.
Proven track record running full bar operations, including cocktail menu engineering, bartender training, pour cost management, and liquor compliance.
Demonstrated history of successfully executing business turnarounds, operational fixes, or growth plans with clear metrics.
Deep financial acumen with mastery of hospitality metrics, labor forecasting, inventory management, and structured operational routines.
Hands-on leadership style with a strong presence on the venue floor during peak operational hours (evenings, weekends, and holidays).
Relevant certifications including California RBS certification and Food Handler card (or ability to obtain immediately upon hire).
Compensation Package Details
Base Salary: $95,000 – $115,000 (commensurate with experience)
Profit Incentive: Uncapped quarterly profit-sharing bonus based on combined business performance
Health benefits program
Paid time off (PTO)
Clear career path into multi-unit leadership as the concept expands
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Worksite address
sacramento, CA, 95828, US
Who can apply
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