General Manager

Culinaire Staffing

General Manager

Orange, CA +1 location
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    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.

    • Compensation
      $130,000 per year
    • Locations
      Orange, CA • Los Angeles, CA