General Manager / Head Chef

Pizzeria Maria is a quality‑driven, fast‑growing pizzeria based in Sparta, MI. We’re obsessive about dough, bake, and consistency. We run a tight, professional operation with a focus on great food, smooth service, and a healthy team culture. We’re expanding and looking for a hands‑on Manager who wants to grow with us.

The Role

We’re looking for a working General Manager who can run high‑energy pizza shifts, lead a team, and think like an owner. You’ll be on the floor, not in an office—coaching the line, watching ticket times, taking care of guests, and managing the numbers.

You will own:

• Shift execution (speed, quality, cleanliness, guest experience)
• Labor and basic food cost management on your shifts
• Training, coaching, and holding the team accountable
• Maintaining Pizzeria Maria standards on dough, make‑line, and bake
• Communication with ownership about wins, problems, and ideas

What You’ll Do

• Lead shifts from prep to close, ensuring smooth service and strong ticket times
• Schedule appropriately for volume while staying within labor targets
• Train new team members and cross‑train existing staff
• Enforce portion control, recipe standards, and proper product handling
• Handle basic inventory, waste tracking, and ordering support
• Address guest concerns on the spot with professionalism and warmth
• Keep the store clean, organized, and inspection‑ready at all times
• Model the pace, attitude, and work ethic you expect from the team

What We’re Looking For

• 2 years of restaurant leadership experience (shift lead, supervisor, assistant manager, or manager); pizza or fast‑casual experience is a plus but not required
• Comfortable running busy nights and making real‑time decisions
• High standards for food quality, cleanliness, and service
• Able to coach, correct, and hold people accountable while staying respectful
• Basic understanding of labor and food cost, or a strong desire to learn
• Reliable, honest, and steady under pressure
• Willing to work evenings and weekends (we’ll plan schedules fairly and in advance)

What We Offer

• Competitive pay (base performance‑based bonus; discussed in interview)
• Clear expectations and direct support from ownership
• Real input on systems, menu, and how we grow
• Opportunity to advance as we add locations and expand the Pizzeria Maria brand
• A culture that values doing things the right way, not the easy way

Who This Job Is Perfect For

• A strong shift lead or assistant manager ready to step into full ownership of a store
• A current manager who’s tired of corporate politics and wants to work closely with an owner who actually cares about the product
• Someone who enjoys being on the line, leading from the front, and making a visible impact every shift

How to Apply

Send a brief email or message with:

• Your resume or a short work history
• 2–3 sentences on why you’re interested in Pizzeria Maria
• One example of a time you improved a restaurant’s operations, people, or guest experience

Pay: From $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Salary : $65,000