Brad Metzger Restaurant Solutions
General Manager – Upscale Authentic Mexican Concept Los Angeles CA
Salary: $125000 – $135000
Exciting, modern Mexican cuisine concept is seeking a bilingual General Manager to help lead their team. This fast-paced, popular restaurant is part of a larger group with future plans for growth. A great time to get in with a family like team for someone who is energetic and hospitality driven!
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, upscale restaurant is required
- Proven track record in leading, coaching, developing and motivating a large team
- Previous high-volume dining experience is preferred
- Bilngual
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Highly organized
- 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
- Strong knowledge and experience in managing P&L and financials
- 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
- Willingness to learn while taking and giving direction
- Food Safety Certification
- Able to stand/walk for long periods of time
Compensation Package Includes:
- Base Salary in the $125-135K range DOE
- Bonus Program
- Medical Benefits
- Paid Time Off