About this role
Restaurant General Manager
Dallas, TX
An upscale, chef-driven restaurant is seeking a General Manager to lead a busy operation with exceptional hospitality, strong financial performance, and a positive team culture. We are looking for a hands-on leader who thrives on the floor, builds lasting guest relationships, and partners closely with culinary leadership. This is not a “fix it” role. This is to continue to refine and “push the envelope role”.
Benefits
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Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
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Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
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Paid time off.
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Dining privileges and discounts.
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Career growth opportunities within a growing hospitality organization.
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Requirements/Qualifications
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Minimum of 5 years of senior leadership experience as a General Manager or Assistant General Manager in an upscale, chef-driven high-volume restaurant.
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Proven experience leading a restaurant generating $7 million or more in annual revenue.
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Strong understanding of upscale dining service standards and guest expectations.
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Strong financial acumen, including P&L analysis, forecasting, labor management, purchasing, and inventory controls.
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Strong beverage knowledge across wine, spirits, cocktails, and beer.
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Demonstrated success recruiting, developing, and retaining large management and service teams.
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Exceptional communication, guest engagement, and service recovery skills.
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Ability to maintain operational standards, accurate administrative reporting, and compliance with health and alcohol service requirements.
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Collaborative leadership style, a team coach, leader not a boss.
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Preferred Background & Skills
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Visible, hands-on leadership style with a passion for hospitality.
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Ability to build a culture of accountability, professionalism, teamwork, and employee development.
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Strong partnership with culinary and beverage leaders to deliver a consistent guest experience.
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Experience developing regular clientele and building lasting guest relationships.
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Ability to balance floor presence with administrative responsibilities and reporting deadlines.
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Experience strengthening training programs, service standards, and operating procedures.
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Level One Sommelier certification preferred.