Airport Restaurant General Manager: Lead High-Volume Team

SSP; North Salt Lake (UT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision and Life Plans

Paid Time Off and Sick Time

401K with company match

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

SSP America seeks a Restaurant General Manager for an airport dining venue in Salt Lake City. You will manage all front-of-house and kitchen activities, drive food quality, control costs, and lead a diverse team in a high-volume environment.

You’ll use your leadership, scheduling, and POS/office skills to optimize operations, forecast demand, and ensure compliance with Utah liquor laws, while providing outstanding guest service. This role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 3+ years of full-service restaurant management experience.
• Culinary background desirable.
• Familiar with Utah liquor regulations.
• Proficient in MS Office and POS systems.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks.
• Ability to interact with executives, unions, and hourly staff.
• Proven ability to resolve difficult customer or team issues.

Responsibilities

• Manage all front of house and kitchen activities.
• Focus on food quality and guest experience.
• Control costs and optimize margins.
• Lead and develop the restaurant team.
• Implement systems and processes for efficiency.
• Oversee merchandising and displays.
• Manage office tasks and scheduling.
• Forecast and budget to meet financial targets.

Skills

Front-of-House management

Kitchen management

Cost control

Team leadership

Systems & processes

Forecasting & budgeting

Merchandising

Education

High School Diploma

Associate’s degree preferred

Tools

POS systems

MS Office

Job description

SSP America seeks a Restaurant General Manager for an airport dining venue in Salt Lake City. You will manage all front-of-house and kitchen activities, drive food quality, control costs, and lead a diverse team in a high-volume environment.

You’ll use your leadership, scheduling, and POS/office skills to optimize operations, forecast demand, and ensure compliance with Utah liquor laws, while providing outstanding guest service. This role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.