Brad Metzger Restaurant Solutions
General Manager – Acclaimed Fine Dining Concept Central Coast CA
Salary: $95000 – $120000
Stunning beachfront hotel property in Santa Barbara County is seeking a talented General Manager to lead the team at their award-winning, chef-driven fine dining restaurant. The General Manager should provide guidance and leadership, while maintaining an energized floor presence and amazing guest service. Ability to deal with high-profile clientele in a professional manner is imperative. Any fine dining or Michelin/James Beard restaurant experience a huge plus!
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.
- Developing and implementing high service standards for the team
- 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
- Continually strive to educate and develop of staff as it relates to food, beverage, and service
- Creating a positive and fun working environment
- Developing a positive relationship with guests
- Taking ownership of the business to increase sales and profitability
- Increasing brand awareness by creating marketing plans
- 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:
- 4+ years experience as a Restaurant General Manager, Service Director, Food & Beverage Director, (F&B), or FOH General Manager (GM) or 6+ years as Restaurant Assistant General Manager (AGM), FOH Department Manager, or Outlet Manager in a full-service, upscale or fine dining restaurant is required
- Restaurant opening experience required
- High-volume fine dining experience highly preferred
- Any experience in Michelin and/or James Beard recognized concepts highly preferred
- Proven track record in leading and motivating a team
- Strong knowledge of wine and spirits
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Highly organized
- Strong attention to detail
- Effective problem-solving skills
- Ability to thrive in a high-pressure environment
- Develops 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
- Experience in managing P&L and strong financial knowledge
- Experience in dealing with high end/VIP clientele
- Flexible schedule, including weekends, and on holidays
- Food Safety Certification
- Able to stand/walk for long periods of time
Compensation Package Includes:
- Base Salary in the $95-120k range DOE
- Potential Bonus Structure
- Health Benefits
- 401K
- PTO