Restaurant General Manager

Job Description

General Manager – Full-Service Restaurant

We are seeking a hands-on, people-first General Manager to lead a well-established, family-oriented full-service restaurant known for its loyal team, welcoming atmosphere, and strong community reputation.

This role is ideal for a leader who treats the business like their own — someone who thrives on building teams, delivering exceptional guest experiences, and driving operational excellence in a supportive, family-style culture.About the Opportunity

As General Manager, you will oversee all day-to-day restaurant operations while leading a dedicated front- and back-of-house team. You’ll play a key role in maintaining profitability, developing employees, and ensuring every guest leaves with an outstanding experience.

This is a true leadership role with strong operational support, allowing you to focus on people, performance, and growth.What We’re Looking For

We’re searching for someone who is:

A natural leader who inspires teams and creates a positive workplace culture

A self-starter who takes ownership and looks for ways to grow sales and profitability

Highly organized with strong problem-solving abilities

Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Passionate about hospitality with a genuine guest-first mindset

Hands-on and willing to lead from the floor when neededKey Responsibilities

Oversee daily operations across both Front of House and Back of House

Lead, coach, and support FOH and BOH managers

Maintain a visible leadership presence across day and evening shifts

Manage ordering, vendor relationships, and inventory controls

Monitor and manage food and labor costs

Assist with staff scheduling alongside FOH leadership

Support food cost management, including meat cutting and portioning as needed

Recruit, hire, train, and develop team members

Coordinate weddings and private events, including menu planning and execution

Maintain communication with the corporate office for payroll and accounts payable

Complete bank deposits and operational reporting

Uphold exceptional customer service standards and resolve guest concerns professionallyOur Culture

We’re proud of our tight-knit, family-oriented team, with many employees who have been with us for years. We believe in celebrating our people and creating a workplace where employees feel valued.

Team traditions include:

Annual Christmas Party

Family Fun Day

Crawfish Boil celebrations

A collaborative, supportive leadership environmentCompensation & Benefits

Compensation based on experience

Paid vacation

Annual bonus opportunity

Monthly commission based on net performance

Full-time