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Richard Sandoval Hospitality Group

Restaurant General Manager - Lead Memorable Dining & Growth

houston, TX

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Job description

Description

DLEÑA presents a modern approach on classic Mexican fare. the concept celebrates “leña,” or firewood, and the nuanced flavors smoke can impart on both its wood-fired food, and smokey mezcal and tequila-centric menus.

The Restaurant General Manager - DLEÑA is responsible for ensuring the success and growth of the restaurant — from staffing and financial performance to innovation, cleanliness, culture, and reputation. The Restaurant General Manager sets the tone, establishes the standards, and inspires the team to deliver memorable dining experiences that exceed expectations.

Requested Tasks

Oversee daily restaurant operations (FOH & BOH)

Hire, train, mentor, and lead team members and department leaders

Establish and uphold service, appearance, and operational standards

Partner with the Executive Chef on menu development, product consistency, and training

Monitor budgets, payroll, inventory, and financial performance

Develop strategies to grow revenue and enhance reputation

Engage with guests to build relationships and encourage feedback

Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and company policies

As part of the Makeready collection, we proudly offer a variety of thoughtful benefits and perks for eligible team members including accommodating PTO/PTO exchange, medical/dental/vision benefits, maternity/paternity leave, pet insurance, company-matched dependent care & 401k, student loan repayment program and a wide range of additional ancillary benefits. The health, happiness and well-being of our team is our top priority.

We take pride in our Guiding Principles to help define how we successfully work together. We follow them not out of duty but live by them instinctively.

Makeready LLC and its affiliated entities are proud to encourage and support an environment where everyone can be a successful team member as their true independent self. We are an equal opportunity workplace and employer that does not discriminate based on race, color, disability, gender/sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected status. We are committed to building a team and a workplace where we are all able to be successful based solely on our individual qualifications, experience, abilities and job performance.

Requirements

Requested Capabilities

Prior experience as a Restaurant General Manager strongly preferred

Comprehensive knowledge of both front-of-house and back-of-house operations

Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire teams

Strong financial acumen, including experience with payroll, budgeting, revenue management, and forecasting

Excellent communication skills; professional, personable, and service-driven

Proper health and safety certifications required

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods

Ability to use hands to serve and clear food, beverages, and tableware

Ability to bend, kneel, and lift up to 50 pounds

Ability to smell and taste food and beverages to ensure quality standards

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Worksite address

houston, TX, 77246, US

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