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General Manager, Upscale Fine Dining

100K–120K
Onsite · San Diego, California
Posted August 12, 2026
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Overview

Lead a chef-driven upscale restaurant in San Diego, owning daily operations and P&L with 5+ years of GM experience. Manage a 40-person team, partner with the Executive Chef, and deliver exceptional guest experiences. Drive financial results, mentor managers, and shape a high-performance culture. This role offers a base salary of $100,000–$120,000 plus bonus and benefits.

What You'll Do6

  • 1Lead daily restaurant operations and service excellence across all shifts
  • 2Hire, coach, and develop managers and team members to build a strong bench
  • 3Manage the P&L, controlling labor, food and beverage costs, and maximizing profitability
  • 4Partner with the Executive Chef to ensure seamless kitchen and front-of-house coordination
  • 5Maintain guest satisfaction scores in the top 10% of the region
  • 6Drive a team culture of accountability, recognition, and continuous improvement

Requirements4

  • 15+ years of General Manager experience in upscale or fine dining
  • 2Strong leadership and team development skills
  • 3High-volume restaurant experience
  • 4Proven success in managing financial performance and guest satisfaction

Salary Insight

$100 - $120k per year

Location

Typeonsite
LocationSan Diego, California

Required Skills

LeadershipTeam DevelopmentP&L ManagementLabor ManagementFood and Beverage Cost ManagementGuest SatisfactionHigh-volume Restaurant Experience
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