Job Title: General Manager – Upscale, Seasonal-Driven Restaurant
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Overview: We are a premier hillside dining destination known for stunning valley vistas, seasonal farm-to-table cuisine, and a longstanding commitment to hospitality excellence. Recognized for memorable experiences and a culture of growth, collaboration, and positive energy, we’re seeking a strategic and guest-focused General Manager to lead operations, elevate service standards, and drive sustainable business results.
What You’ll Do:
- Lead daily restaurant operations to deliver consistently exceptional guest experiences, from first greeting to final goodbye.
- Inspire, coach, and retain a high-performing team through effective onboarding, development plans, and progressive leadership.
- Translate business goals into actionable plans; manage labor, inventory, and costs to achieve revenue targets and profitability.
- Optimize front- and back-of-house workflows to maximize efficiency, quality, and guest satisfaction.
- Build and maintain strong vendor, partner, and community relationships to support seamless service and local sourcing initiatives.
- Champion food safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance; uphold brand standards in all service aspects.
- Analyze financial performance using reports and KPIs; implement data-informed improvements to guest satisfaction and financial outcomes.
- Handle guest feedback with poise, resolving issues promptly while preserving guest loyalty.
- Foster an inclusive, collaborative, and positive workplace culture aligned with company values.
Who You Are:
- 5+ years of leadership experience in upscale, high-volume full-service dining, with at least 2 years in a GM or equivalent leadership role.
- A proven track record of increasing guest satisfaction, revenue growth, and operational efficiency.
- Strong financial acumen: budgeting, P&L understanding, cost controls, and performance analytics.
- Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and team-building skills.
- Comfortable in a fast-paced environment with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Thorough knowledge of food safety standards and best practices.
- Genuine passion for hospitality, continuous improvement, and creating memorable experiences.
What We Offer:
- Competitive compensation package plus performance-based bonuses
- Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision) with employer contributions
- Lifestyle Spending Account to support wellness, family needs, and personal development
- 401(k) plan with employer match after 12 months
- Employer-paid life insurance for the duration of employment
- Employee rewards program and monthly dining credits
- Generous paid time off, including vacation and major holidays
- Education assistance for hospitality-related studies
- Employee assistance program for work-life balance
- Management referral incentives for leadership roles
Qualifications:
- Degree in Hospitality Management or related field
- Experience with farm-to-table concepts or seasonal menus
- Familiarity with OpenTable or similar guest management platforms
If you’re a strategic, people-centric leader who thrives in an elevated dining setting and is excited to guide a team to deliver extraordinary guest experiences, we’d love to hear from you. you.