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General Manager - Restaurant

New Bondurant Opportunity
Bondurant, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 9/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/4/2026

Job Summary

We are seeking an energetic and dynamic General Manager to lead a new restaurant concept from the ground up. In this pivotal role, you will oversee all aspects of restaurant operations, from team selection to role creation, developing a eamless dining experience for guests while hiring a motivated, well-trained team. Your leadership will drive operational efficiency, uphold food safety standards, and promote a vibrant hospitality environment. This is a new, exciting opportunity for a passionate management professional eager to start a new restaurant in the food service industry.

Duties

  • Hire, train & create processes and procedures to successfully start a new restaurant venture.
  • Lead and manage daily restaurant operations, including staff scheduling, shift management, and customer service delivery.
  • Oversee food preparation, cooking, and food handling processes to ensure high-quality standards and compliance with safety regulations.
  • Utilize POS systems such as Aloha POS and Micros POS for order processing, cash handling, and sales tracking.
  • Control inventory levels through effective stock management, ordering, and waste reduction strategies.
  • Train, supervise, and develop staff members to enhance their skills in food service management, team leadership, and customer engagement.
  • Monitor financial performance by analyzing profit and loss statements, managing budgets, and implementing cost-control measures.
  • Ensure adherence to food safety protocols, health regulations, and sanitation standards across all restaurant areas.
  • Manage customer relations by addressing feedback promptly and maintaining a welcoming atmosphere that encourages repeat business.
  • Coordinate catering events or banquet services when applicable to expand revenue streams.
  • Support staff recruitment efforts through interviewing candidates and onboarding new team members.

Qualifications

  • Proven management experience within quick service or fast food restaurants; fine dining or casual dining experience is a plus.
  • Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques, culinary processes, and kitchen management.
  • Familiarity with POS systems such as Aloha POS and Micros POS; cash handling expertise required.
  • Demonstrated ability in inventory control, budgeting, and profit & loss analysis.
  • Excellent leadership skills with experience managing hospitality teams; staff training and development are essential.
  • Knowledge of food safety standards and food industry regulations; HACCP certification is advantageous.
  • Exceptional communication skills for managerial oversight, team training, and customer service excellence.
  • Ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
  • Basic math skills for financial transactions, inventory calculations, and reporting purposes.
  • Previous experience supervising kitchen operations or managing catering events is desirable.

Join us as our General Manager to lead with passion! Bring your culinary expertise, team leadership skills, and dedication to exceptional hospitality to create memorable experiences for our guests while advancing your career in a vibrant food industry environment.

Pay: $70,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Paid training
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $70,000 - $100,000

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