General Manager | Polished Casual Restaurant | $80K +

Published: 6/14/2022

Job Description

General Manager - Polished Casual

We are seeking a high-energy, high-standards General Manager to lead a successful polished casual restaurant and create an environment where both guests and team members want to be.

This is an opportunity for a hands-on restaurant leader who loves being on the floor, developing people, building culture, and driving results. The ideal candidate brings the operational discipline of a top-performing restaurant combined with a genuine passion for hospitality.

We are looking for a leader who sets the pace, raises the standard, and leads from the front.

What You'll Do

Lead all aspects of daily operations for a new polished casual Italian restaurant opening
Recruit, hire, train, and develop the opening front-of-house team
Create a warm, guest-first culture where scratch-made Italian cooking meets genuine Southern hospitality
Maintain a visible presence in the dining room and build lasting relationships with guests
Drive sales, profitability, labor efficiency, and cost controls from opening day forward
Partner closely with the Executive Chef to deliver consistent, high-quality execution
Maintain high standards for food quality, service, cleanliness, safety, and presentation
Identify and develop future leaders who can grow with the organization

What We're Looking For

Proven General Manager experience in polished casual, upscale casual, or full-service dining
A warm, hands-on leadership style and willingness to lead from the floor
Strong knowledge of food, beverage, and wine with a genuine passion for hospitality
Strong financial and operational knowledge, including P&L management, labor, food costs, and inventory
New restaurant opening experience is a strong plus
High personal standards, attention to detail, and pride in every aspect of the restaurant
A career-driven approach and desire to grow with an expanding brand

Why Join Us?

Open a restaurant from day one and make it yours
Above-average compensation package
Relocation assistance available
Join a growing, award-winning organization that promotes from within
Lead a restaurant committed to scratch-made Italian food and memorable hospitality

If you are a hospitality leader who believes the best meals bring people together and wants to build something from the ground up, we would welcome the opportunity to speak with you.

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PandoLogic. Keywords: Restaurant Director, Location: Pearl, MS - 39288 , PL: 604509929