Executive General Manager, Proof of Concept

Key Responsibilities: Take full ownership of the restaurant’s success, driving key initiatives, making bold decisions, and approaching every challenge with the mindset of a business owner. You will lead with confidence, holding yourself and the team accountable for achieving goals. Your decisions will affect every aspect of the restaurant, from day-to-day operations to long-term growth, and you will strive to create a high-performance culture grounded in our values. Lead the flawless execution of all food and bakery preparations, ensuring exceptional quality and consistency in every item served. You’ll set the standard for excellence, ensuring that every dish or baked good that leaves the kitchen reflects your commitment to food quality. Your attention to detail will elevate the guest experience, creating irresistible moments that delight and keep them coming back for more. Develop and implement creative strategies to drive foot traffic into the restaurant, maximize customer engagement, and build lasting relationships. You’ll be the driving force behind innovative strategies that attract new customers and keep them coming back. Your ability to think outside the box will turn every guest visit into a memorable experience and inspire word-of-mouth growth. Partner closely with the marketing team to create powerful campaigns that boost brand visibility, increase customer engagement, and drive promotions and events that captivate both new and returning guests. Your collaboration with marketing will elevate the brand, ensuring the restaurant stands out in the community. Whether it’s launching a new promotion or hosting an unforgettable event, you’ll ensure every initiative amplifies the restaurant’s presence and creates excitement. Build and nurture strong relationships with local businesses and the greater community to prove the brand as a cornerstone of the neighborhood. By engaging with the local community, you’ll forge connections that create loyalty and drive traffic. You’ll become the go-to gathering place, not just for great food, but for community events and partnerships that give back to the people you serve. Identify new revenue streams that ensure sustainable business growth and long-term success. You’ll uncover new opportunities to enhance profitability. Ensuring the restaurant continues to evolve and thrive. Stay ahead of industry trends and analyze the competitive landscape to adapt and continuously innovate. You’ll keep your finger on the pulse of the restaurant and hospitality industry, constantly seeking trends and insights that will keep the restaurant ahead of the curve. Your forward-thinking approach will ensure that the restaurant stays competitive, relevant, and innovative in a constantly evolving industry. Recruit, find, and cultivate top talent, building a high-performing team and providing opportunities for growth and advancement within the restaurant. You’ll be the champion for your team, recruiting the best talent and fostering a culture of support, accountability and encouragement to learn and grow. Skills & Qualifications: Entrepreneurial Mindset & Self-Motivation: Strong drive for continuous improvement with a passion for the grind and growth in a startup environment. Leadership: Proven experience as a General Manager or a similar leadership role, with a focus on leading people rather than managing them. Strong leadership, communication, and people skills to build relationships with team members and peers at all levels. Problem Solving & Adaptability: Curious, critical thinker with a collaborative approach to problem solving and a strong ability to identify gaps and implement solutions. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Collaboration Across All Levels: Proven ability to collaborate effectively with teams at all levels of the organization, upward, downward, and across departments, ensuring alignment and driving shared goals and outcomes. Financial Acumen: Experience with budgeting, cost control, and understanding financial metrics to drive profitability. Customer Focus: Passion for delivering exceptional customer experiences and maintaining high service standards. Operational Knowledge: In-depth understanding of daily restaurant operations, food safety regulations, and best practices to ensure smooth and compliant operations. Experience in Startups: Proven ability to excel in startup or proof-of-concept environment, demonstrating flexibility, resilience, and an entrepreneurial approach. Requirements: Experience: 3-5 years in a leadership role, preferably as a General Manager or in a similar capacity within the restaurant or hospitality industry. Education: High School Diploma or GED Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to lead teams and manage customer relationships effectively. Versatility: Ability to adapt and adjust with ease. Always willing to help where needed. Passion & Stamina: A deep passion for hospitality, with the ability to work long hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, in a physically demanding environment. If you’re ready to bring your passion, creativity, and leadership to a place where you can truly make an impact, we want to hear from you. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to build something amazing, together.

Salary : $47,000 - $80,000