General Manager

Happy Corner Hospitality Group (Motek); Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Wages paid weekly

Growth opportunity

401k savings plans

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision, and insurance

Job summary

Motek, a Mediterranean concept restaurant within Happy Corner Hospitality, seeks a General Manager responsible for the daily operations and financial performance of the venue. You will lead both front-of-house and back-of-house teams to deliver exceptional guest experiences and uphold brand standards while fostering a high-performing culture.

Qualified candidates have at least five years of leadership in fast-paced dining environments, a hospitality or business degree is preferred, and strong

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of leadership experience in high-volume, fast-paced restaurant operations.
• Hospitality or business degree preferred.
• Proven knowledge of service standards and guest experience.
• Experience managing budgets, labor, and operating costs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of front- and back-of-house.
• Lead, mentor, and develop managers and staff.
• Maintain top service quality and brand standards.
• Develop risk management and mitigation strategies.
• Track corporate mandates and daily reports.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Budgeting

Hiring & training

Regulatory compliance

Education

Degree in hospitality or business

Job description

Description

Motek, a part of Happy Corner Hospitality collective, is a Mediterranean concept restaurant. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service and culinary experiences to our valued customers. Our commitment to excellence extends to every aspect of our operations.

Position Summary

As General Manager, you will have full accountability for the restaurant’s daily operations, overseeing both front and back‑of‑house teams. You will ensure exceptional guest experiences through consistent execution of brand standards, operational excellence, and financial performance, while cultivating a positive, motivated, and high‑performing team culture. This role requires strong leadership, sound business judgment, and a genuine passion for hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day restaurant operations, ensuring smooth front‑and back‑of‑house performance
• Manage, lead, and mentor floor managers and staff
• Maintain service at the highest quality standards
• Develop and implement risk management and mitigation strategies
• Maintain and track all corporate mandates and daily reports
• Analyze staffing needs, create staffing plans, and identify growth opportunities
• Interview, screen, and recruit job applicants
• Coach and train management staff to maximize performance
• Ensure team performance, including morale, productivity, and fiscal responsibility
• Monitor operational activities and expenses
• Assist in setting and tracking sales forecasts and profitability reports
• Keep C‑suite leadership informed of sales performance and key operational issues
• Drive sales growth through marketing initiatives, networking, and staff incentives
• Manage budgeted revenues, cost of sales (COS), labor, supplies, and operating cash flow (OCF)
• Review monthly profit and loss statements and take action on variances

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Wages paid weekly.
• Growth opportunity.
• 401k savings plans.
• Paid time off.
• Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance available for election at low cost.
• Employee discounts.

Requirements

• Minimum of five (5) years of leadership experience managing high-volume, fast-paced front-of-house restaurant operations
• Degree in hospitality, business, or equivalent professional experience preferred
• Demonstrated knowledge of service standards, guest experience, and regulatory compliance, with the ability to consistently enforce policies
• Proven experience managing budgets, labor, inventory, and operational costs to achieve financial goals
• Ability to plan staffing, scheduling, and team productivity while maintaining exceptional service standards
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
• High attention to detail across service quality, operational processes, and team performance
• Effective communicator with a collaborative, team-oriented leadership style
• Experience with marketing, sales initiatives, and strategies to increase revenue is a plus
• Bilingual proficiency is a plus

If you’re passionate about hospitality and committed to creating exceptional guest experiences, we'd love to hear from you!