General Manager, Full Service Mexican Restaurant

Our growing restaurant group is looking to hire a General Manager for our Mexican concept in the Union Square / Gramercy area. This person will be responsible for the overall FOH restaurant operations, including staffing, scheduling, ordering and training and development for all FOH members.

Key Responsibilities include but aren't limited to:

set operating goals and objectives

co-ordinate restaurant operations during each shift

assess staffing requirements and recruit staff when needed

train and coach staff

prepare and implement standard operating procedures

manage staff performance in accordance with established standards and procedures

ensure staff know and adhere to established codes of practice

organize and monitor staff schedules

maintain employee records

interact with customers to ensure all inquiries and complaints are handled promptly

ensure cash management procedures are completed accurately

set and monitor budgets

analyze budget variances and take corrective actions

establish and implement financial controls

implement and oversee cost cutting measures

plan and monitor restaurant sales and revenue

organize and supervise marketing and promotional activities

check and order supplies of non-food items

identify and estimate food and beverage supply requirements and place orders with suppliers

negotiate purchase prices and develop preferred suppliers

The ideal candidate has experience managing a high volume restaurant and is knowledgeable around FOH best practices. They are energetic, proactive, and able to communicate effectively with staff and with ownership. Self-starters are a must! It is incredibly important that they love to engage with guests and have real enthusiasm for their job!