General Manager - New Waterfront Restaurant & Bar

Imagine opening the doors to one of the area's newest waterfront dining destinations.

We're launching a brand-new restaurant and bar in the Port Clinton/Catawba Island area, and we're looking for an exceptional General Manager to help bring our vision to life.

This isn't a role where you'll simply inherit an operation, you'll help build it! From assembling an incredible team to creating memorable guest experiences and establishing the culture from day one, you'll have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on a restaurant guests will return to all season long.

If you're energized by building teams, solving challenges, creating unforgettable experiences, and leading by example, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Be Responsible For

• Lead all front-of-house operations while ensuring an exceptional guest experience
• Recruit, hire, train, mentor, and inspire a high-performing team
• Create a collaborative, positive culture where employees feel valued and guests feel welcomed
• Partner with the Executive Chef to deliver outstanding food, beverage, and service experiences
• Develop systems, processes, and service standards that set the team up for long-term success
• Manage financial performance, including P&L, labor, scheduling, inventory, and operating costs
• Oversee bar operations and beverage programming
• Drive local marketing initiatives, social media engagement, and community partnerships
• Plan and execute special events, live entertainment, and seasonal promotions
• Monitor online reviews and continuously elevate the guest experience
• Jump in wherever needed—this is a leadership role that isn't afraid to roll up its sleeves

Who You Are

You're the kind of leader people genuinely enjoy working for.

You believe the best ideas come from collaboration, challenges are opportunities to improve, and no problem is too big to solve with the right attitude. You lead with positivity, accountability, and a willingness to do whatever it takes to help your team succeed.

You also bring:

• 5 years of restaurant leadership experience, including General Manager or Assistant General Manager experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant
• Previous restaurant opening experience is a plus
• A proven track record of building, coaching, and retaining high-performing teams
• Strong business acumen with experience managing P&L, labor, budgeting, and cost controls
• Experience developing local marketing initiatives and social media strategies
• Knowledge of event planning, entertainment programming, and community engagement
• Experience overseeing bar and beverage operations is preferred
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• A solutions-oriented mindset with the ability to remain calm under pressure
• A collaborative leadership style and a genuine passion for hospitality
• An ownership mentality—you take pride in your work and inspire others to do the same

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

• Be part of launching an exciting new waterfront destination
• Help shape the culture, team, and guest experience from the very beginning
• Work alongside passionate hospitality professionals
• Make a lasting impact on one of the area's newest restaurants
• Competitive salary based on experience
• Health benefits
• Paid time off

Pay: $68,000.00 - $78,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Salary : $68,000 - $78,000