General Manager

DH Talent Partners; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

DH Talent Partners is seeking a General Manager to lead the restaurant team, deliver exceptional hospitality, and ensure operational excellence. The role focuses on building a positive culture, developing future leaders, and achieving financial goals while upholding brand standards.

The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced hospitality environment, demonstrates strong leadership, and is dedicated to mentoring staff to drive guest satisfaction and business success.

Qualifications

• Evening, weekend, and holiday availability required.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Passion for hospitality and developing people.
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent problem-solving and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop Front and Back of House teams.
• Maintain cross-department communication and operational readiness.
• Ensure exceptional guest hospitality and strong guest relationships.
• Oversee shift briefings, staffing, inventory, and presentation.
• Monitor costs and drive sales through guest engagement.
• Maintain cleanliness, readiness, and overall dining ambiance.
• Track performance and foster continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Hospitality passion

People development

Fast-paced environment

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Job description

Job Description – General Manager

The General Manager is responsible for the overall success of the restaurant by leading the

Position Summary

Job Description – General Manager

The General Manager is responsible for the overall success of the restaurant by leading the team, delivering exceptional hospitality, maintaining operational excellence, and achieving financial goals. The General Manager creates a positive work culture, develops future leaders, and ensures every guest experiences our brands standard. The ideal candidate is a passionate hospitality professional with an entrepreneurial mindset who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys developing people.

Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, motivate, coach, and develop both Front and Back of House teams.
• Build a positive, respectful, and accountable culture.
• Train and mentor managers and future leaders.
• Promote our brands core values through daily leadership.

Operations

• Maintain operational control over every department.
• Coordinate communication between Front and Back of House.
• Ensure effective planning for busy periods, with particular attention to the Expo station.
• Monitor every aspect of restaurant operations and anticipate operational challenges before they occur.

Guest Experience

• Ensure exceptional hospitality for every guest.
• Walk the dining room regularly, greeting guests and building relationships with regular customers.
• Handle guest concerns promptly and professionally.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, cleanliness, service, and atmosphere.

Shift Management

• Ensure every shift begins with a comprehensive manager briefing.
• Review department checklists and operational readiness.
• Verify staffing levels, inventory, and restaurant presentation.
• Oversee shift transitions, documenting important events and communicating priorities to the next shift.

Financial Accountability

• Manage cash handling procedures and daily deposits.
• Verify register balances and investigate discrepancies.
• Monitor labor, food costs, and operational expenses.
• Drive sales through coaching, upselling, and guest engagement.

Restaurant Standards

• Ensure the restaurant remains clean, organized, and fully operational at all times.
• Maintain all dining areas, kitchen, bar, restrooms, storage areas, and equipment.
• Ensure proper lighting, music, and overall guest ambiance.

Team Performance

• Hold the team accountable for performance expectations.
• Monitor employee development and training progress.
• Encourage continuous improvement through coaching and feedback.
• Set daily goals and motivate the team to achieve them.

Qualifications

Required

• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Passion for hospitality and developing people.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills.

Characteristics

• Positive attitude and professional demeanor.
• Entrepreneurial mindset.
• Strong initiative and accountability.
• Ability to motivate diverse teams.