Restaurant General Manager, New Opening Royal Oak
Overview
You will own the launch and daily operations of a new restaurant in Royal Oak, from hiring and training to P&L oversight. You will report directly to ownership and partner with the culinary team to build a loyal guest base. This role sets the service and culture standards from day one, with the freedom to shape processes and team dynamics.
What You'll Do8
- 1Hire and train the front-of-house team, building a service culture focused on speed and accuracy.
- 2Own daily operations for a 120-seat dining room, managing reservations, waitlists, and floor flow.
- 3Control inventory and ordering for POS systems and kitchen supplies, keeping waste under 5%.
- 4Schedule the team to meet labor targets while maintaining coverage for peak hours on weekends.
- 5Drive guest satisfaction scores above 4.5 stars by resolving service issues and coaching staff.
- 6Build and execute a local marketing plan using Google Business Profile and Yelp to drive neighborhood traffic.
- 7Manage the budget, cutting costs on labor and food without sacrificing quality.
- 8Launch the restaurant with a structured opening playbook, including staff onboarding and vendor contracts.
Requirements8
- 13+ years managing a full-service restaurant or high-volume quick-service concept.
- 21+ year experience opening a new restaurant or leading a major remodel.
- 3ServSafe Certified or equivalent food safety certification.
- 4Proven record of hiring and retaining a team of 20+ employees.
- 5Expert in using Toast or Square POS systems for reporting and inventory.
- 6Track record of hitting monthly sales targets and controlling food cost under 30%.
- 7Strong verbal and written communication, with ability to lead a diverse team.
- 8Flexible schedule, including nights and weekends, for a 50-hour work week.
Salary Insight
$65 - $85k per year
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