What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Manager | $75K–$85K + Quarterly Bonus | Philadelphia, PA position at Mis en Place?
Earn $75,000–$85,000 annually plus quarterly bonus opportunities leading operations for a high-volume restaurant and bar in Philadelphia.
This is an opportunity to help shape the culture, systems, and guest experience of one of Philadelphia's newest hospitality concepts. The restaurant combines a strong bar program, American fare, and a growing following of guests in a high-visibility waterfront location.
We're seeking a hands-on General Manager who is comfortable balancing daily operational execution with leadership, staff development, financial oversight, and guest experience management.
Location
Philadelphia, PA
Accessible by public transportation
Compensation
- $75,000–$85,000 annual salary
- Quarterly performance-based bonus opportunities
- Biweekly payroll
Benefits
- Medical benefits
- Paid time off
- Quarterly bonus program
- Company dining perks
Schedule
- Full-time
- Approximately 50–55 hours per week
- 5-day workweek
- Occasional flexible 6th day for administrative responsibilities
- Nights, weekends, and special events required
About the Role
This General Manager will serve as the primary operational leader for the restaurant, overseeing service standards, team development, financial performance, guest satisfaction, and daily execution.
The position works directly with ownership and plays a key role in establishing culture, accountability, and operational consistency as the business continues to grow.
We are looking for someone who can:
- Lead confidently during busy service periods
- Build and maintain a positive team culture
- Develop systems that improve consistency and execution
- Communicate effectively with ownership and department leaders
- Balance guest experience with operational performance
- Create accountability while maintaining staff engagement
About the Restaurant
This independent restaurant and bar offers a high-energy guest experience focused on craft cocktails, American cuisine, and hospitality-driven service.
The concept serves a mature clientele and has quickly established itself as a destination within the Philadelphia dining scene. The ownership group is actively investing in growth, systems, and long-term leadership development.
Responsibilities
- Lead all front-of-house operations
- Serve as primary liaison between ownership and restaurant teams
- Recruit, hire, train, and develop FOH staff
- Build and maintain restaurant culture and service standards
- Manage scheduling and labor allocation
- Process payroll and oversee employee relations
- Monitor sales, expenses, and operational performance
- Oversee inventory, ordering, receiving, and vendor relationships
- Lead pre-shift meetings and daily communications
- Partner with culinary leadership on day-to-day operations
- Manage POS and reservation systems
- Coordinate special event execution and operational planning
- Handle guest concerns, service recovery, and conflict resolution
- Support marketing, media, and community initiatives
- Coordinate facility maintenance and vendor services
Qualifications
- 2–4 years of General Manager experience
- Experience leading teams of 20 employees
- Strong P&L management experience
- Scheduling, payroll, and labor management experience
- Inventory, purchasing, and vendor management knowledge
- Proven staff training and development skills
- Strong food safety knowledge
- Experience in high-volume restaurant environments
- Comfortable standing for extended periods
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Strong organizational and communication skills
Ideal Background
Experience in:
- High-volume restaurants
- Bar-focused operations
- Independent restaurant groups
- Hospitality-driven service environments
- Growth-stage restaurant concepts
How to Apply
Please submit your resume with full contact information and two professional references. Supervisor email addresses are required. Qualified candidates will be contacted directly.
Salary : $75,000 - $85,000