General Manager

True Food Kitchen; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant group is seeking a General Manager who will oversee operations, focusing on maximizing sales and maintaining excellence in service and food quality. The ideal candidate has strong leadership skills and a deep understanding of restaurant financials, along with a passion for creating memorable dining experiences. This role offers a competitive compensation package and growth opportunities within the organization.

Benefits

Flexible/Unlimited PTO

Long Term Incentive Bonus Plan

Competitive Compensation Package with quarterly bonus

Health and Wellness Benefits

401K and TRUE Matching

Dining discounts and family meals

Qualifications

• 5+ years management experience in a full-service, high-volume restaurant.
• Expert knowledge of financial aspects of business operations.
• Ability to handle high pressure and last-minute requests.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations including P&L, inventory, and cash management.
• Oversee staff management, including hiring, training, and performance appraisals.
• Maintain food quality and service standards during high-volume periods.

Skills

Leadership

Financial management

Customer service

Problem solving

Team management

Job description

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We believe that a life of purpose has the power to transform the world.

This isn't just a job - it's a chance to find your true purpose. We’re a full-service restaurant collection with locations from coast to coast, known for serving nutrient-dense, thoughtfully crafted dishes for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch.

What You Will Do

• Partners with FOH and BOH management team to maximize sales and optimize profits through the management of P&L’s, inventory and controllable cash to achieve forecasting and budget results.
• Runs high volume service periods from the floor or expo to ensure food quality, service, touching tables and presentation is up to TFK standards.
• Performs with BOH team, precise line checks and facility walks with proper follow up and documentation and participates with all EcoSure & Health inspections, ensuring a safe production environment.
• Manages all FOH & BOH employees, with Executive Chef, in accordance with TFK policies and applicable laws to include interviewing, hiring, on-boarding, scheduling, labor costs, training and development of employees; planning assigning and directing work; performance appraisals, rewarding and disciplining employees.
• Facilitates formal and informal channels of development for management and key hourly team members.
  
  

We Look For People Who

• Are passionate about creating memorable dining experiences and exceeding guest expectations.
• Are resilient in stressful situations and always able to handle last minute requests.
• For more than 5 years, as a manager, you’ve been a key ingredient in the success of a full service, high-volume restaurant.
• Have expert knowledge and understanding of financial aspects of business operations.
• Are caring, self-motivated and exhibit an aptitude for leading, coaching, and driving excellence.
  
  

Additional Information

• Flexible/Unlimited PTO
• Long Term Incentive Bonus Plan
• Competitive Compensation Package with quarterly bonus
• Health and Wellness Benefits (medical, dental, eye & more)
• FSA options for child care assistance
• Pet Insurance for your fur babies
• Gym membership discount
• Pre-paid legal support
• 401K and TRUE Matching
• Work-life balance including Thanksgiving and Christmas day off
• Dining discounts and family meals
• Additional perks and discounts through Perkspot
  
  

If you're excited about working for us and have most of the skills or experience we're looking for, please go ahead and apply. You could be just what we need! We believe strongly in creating supportive environments where our colleagues can succeed. As such, True Food Kitchen is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, or religious creed, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics under federal, state or local law.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Restaurants

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