Bagel Café GM: Lead Hospitality, Growth & Ops

Goodwin Recruiting; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off and holidays

Unlimited bagels and schmears during‑,

Career advancement

Job summary

Goodwin Recruiting is seeking a hands-on Restaurant General Manager for a Lawrenceville, NJ bakery/bagel concept. Lead growth and own restaurant operations, while developing a strong team in a hospitality-driven culture.

Responsibilities include overseeing production, service, safety, and finances; coaching staff; maintaining bagel quality; and driving community engagement as the brand expands.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of restaurant management experience.
• Strong understanding of COGS, labor, inventory, sales, and profitability.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze financial results and drive operational improvements.
• Excellent organizational leadership, coaching, and team-building skills.
• Willingness to work early mornings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily restaurant operations, setting the pace, energy, and culture for your team.
• Monitor and manage all production, service, cleanliness, people, and financial outcomes.
• Directly coach, train, and develop team members and build a strong internal leadership pipeline.
• Ensure exceptional bagel quality and maintain high food safety and sanitation standards.
• Own and report on P&L, controlling cost of goods, labor, inventory, and waste.
• Deliver remarkable hospitality, engaging guests and representing the company in the local community.
• Support and execute catering, local marketing, and neighborhood outreach initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Operational management

Financial analysis

Hospitality focus

Job description

Goodwin Recruiting is seeking a hands-on Restaurant General Manager for a Lawrenceville, NJ bakery/bagel concept. Lead growth and own restaurant operations, while developing a strong team in a hospitality-driven culture.

Responsibilities include overseeing production, service, safety, and finances; coaching staff; maintaining bagel quality; and driving community engagement as the brand expands.