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Restaurant General Manager

Goodwin Recruiting
Sandy Springs, Georgia
On-siteUSD 115,000 - 125,000 / year

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Restaurant General Manager

General Manager – Upscale Dining

Are you a polished, hands-on hospitality leader who knows how to drive results, build exceptional teams, and create unforgettable guest experiences?

We are partnering with a growing upscale, scratch-kitchen restaurant group known for exceptional food, elevated service, and high-volume operations. With six successful locations and exciting expansion plans, this is an opportunity for an experienced General Manager who thrives in a demanding, high-energy environment and is ready to take ownership of a thriving restaurant.

General Manager Benefits

  • Comprehensive health benefits
  • Two weeks of paid vacation during your first year
  • Relocation assistance available
  • Strong career advancement and leadership opportunities
  • Growing restaurant group with exciting expansion plans
  • Opportunity to lead a high-volume, upscale dining destination

General Manager Requirements & Qualifications

  • Proven General Manager experience in upscale or fine dining, full-service restaurants
  • Experience overseeing restaurants generating $7M+ in annual sales
  • Strong job tenure and a history of stability and career progression
  • Proven success managing P&L performance, labor, food costs, beverage costs, and profitability
  • Strong knowledge of wine, spirits, cocktails, and elevated beverage programs
  • Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to develop managers, build teams, and drive accountability
  • Polished, professional presence with outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
  • Hands-on leadership style with a strong presence on the restaurant floor
  • Passion for hospitality, guest satisfaction, and delivering exceptional service
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-expectation environment

General Manager Responsibilities

  • Oversee all daily restaurant operations, ensuring exceptional service, quality, and consistency
  • Lead, coach, and develop the management team while building a strong culture of accountability
  • Drive financial performance through effective budgeting, cost controls, labor management, and sales growth
  • Maintain elevated hospitality standards and ensure memorable guest experiences
  • Oversee staffing, training, scheduling, and employee development
  • Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and operational standards
  • Partner with senior leadership to execute company initiatives and support continued growth

We're looking for a General Manager who leads from the floor, takes pride in developing people, and understands what it takes to run a successful, high-volume upscale restaurant. If you're a hospitality professional who enjoys being challenged and want

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