Brad Metzger Restaurant Solutions
General Manager – Vibrant Craft Cocktail Bar Los Angeles CA
Salary: $120000 – $140000
Posh cocktail bar & lounge in Long Beach is looking for an experienced, well-rounded General Manager to lead their team. The ideal candidate is a highly collaborative, hands-on operator with a strong floor presence and a good grasp on financials. Prior nightlife experience is highly preferred. The GM should be very service minded, and enjoy regularly interacting with guests and being on the floor. It is critical that the GM have a strong understanding of financials, controlling cost of goods, HR, and safety/sanitation protocols. This is a multifaceted role that requires a patient and mature leader to help develop and respectfully lead the team while holding them accountable to high standards. Candidates must be able to work a flexible schedule including some evening and closing shifts, however this is a company with a strong emphasis on work life balance!
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
- Continually strive to educate and develop of staff as it relates to food, beverage, and service
- Maintain a strong floor presence and interact with guests
- Create a positive and fun working environment
- Develop 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:
- 3-4+ years of experience as a Restaurant General Manager (GM), Food & Beverage (F&B) Director, Service Director, or FOH General Manager in an upscale, full-service restaurant or bar/lounge concept is required
- Prior nightlife experience is highly preferred
- Passion for food, beverage, and guest service
- The ideal person will be in touch with the restaurant scene in Los Angeles and excited to continue to grow and change with the times
- Strong leader and motivator to the staff and management
- A lead by example approach
- Ability to thrive in a fast paced, high-pressure environment
- Experience in managing P&L, administrative functions, and controlling cost of goods
- Extreme attention to detail
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Effective problem-solving skills
- Exceptional standards for cleanliness, health, and safety
- Experience in managing inventory and cost controls
- Strong knowledge of and passion for food and beverage and
- Proven track record with controlling costs, fully understand budgeting, with strong business acumen
- Food safety certification
- Flexible schedule, including weekends, nights, and holidays
Compensation Package Includes:
- Base Salary in the $120-140K range DOE
- Quarterly Bonus Potential
- Fully Covered Medical/Dental/Vision Benefits
- Generous PTO Plan
- Achievable Work Life Balance