General Manager - Specialty Restaurants

About Us:

Be a part of the opening team of an exciting new concept that will focus on fresh, local seafood and fantastic cocktails, tailored to celebrate the best of Pensacola Beach. We’re excited to create a place that feels like home for our locals and a true taste of the coast for all who visit!

Top-notch Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Quarterly bonus plan
• Benefits including vacation pay, medical, dental and vision insurance
• Lifestyle Spending Account, this benefit supports you and your family in numerous ways such as through gym memberships, child care, groceries, student loans & more!
• Company dining package with allotted spending amount each month
• Variety of Supplemental Benefit Plans for life’s unknowns
• 401k with annual employer match after 12 months (ER match 25% of the first 5% contribution)
• Employer paid life Insurance throughout the length of employment
• Paid/Floating holidays for 5 major holidays
• Education Assistance Program (EdAP) for hospitality related education growth
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to assist with work life balance
• Management Referral Program with up to a $4,000 payout for qualifying management positions

Job Summary:

We are looking for a dynamic and results-driven General Manager to oversee all aspects of our restaurant's operations. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing high-volume restaurants, ensuring excellent customer service, and driving revenue growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure high levels of guest satisfaction by maintaining high-quality food, service, and ambiance.
• Lead and manage day-to-day restaurant operations, including staff management, customer service, and financial performance.
• Hire, train, and mentor staff to build a motivated and effective team.
• Develop and implement strategies to drive sales and profitability.
• Monitor and control inventory, budgets, and costs to achieve financial goals.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations.
• Foster a positive work environment and uphold company values and standards.
• Handle customer complaints and feedback professionally and efficiently.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in full-service restaurant management, preferably in a high-volume setting, with a minimum of 3 years in a GM role or above.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, analyze financial reports, and make data-driven decisions.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices.
• Passion for hospitality and a commitment to excellence.

Physical Demands:

Must be able to walk and stand for hours at a time, lift and carry up to 35 lbs.

Disclaimer: The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; and is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recognize that people are our finest asset. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, creed, color, religion or belief, national origin, sex, ancestry, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, medical condition, gender identity or sexual orientation or any other classification protected by law.

Specialty Restaurants Corporation maintains a drug free workplace. The Company will consider for employment qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner that is consistent with local, state, and federal law. All job offers are contingent upon successfully passing of a background check.