General Manager

th; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

th is seeking a dedicated General Manager to guide operations in Columbus, Ohio. The successful candidate will manage a fast-paced environment, leading teams while enhancing guest loyalty and maximizing profits.

With at least 2 years of experience, you will ensure that business standards are met through effective communication and leadership while sustaining quality service. A Bachelor's degree in Business is preferred, along with strong organizational abilities.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of restaurant, café, and/or bar operations management.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills required.
• Knowledge of restaurant and bar business.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction to a team of people.
• Direct and oversee restaurant operations and brand standards.
• Maximize profit margin through analysis of business trends.

Skills

Team building

Leadership

Communication

Guest service

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field

Job description

We are looking for a dedicated, creative General manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience working on a team and managing the daily operation of the business. They will be responsible for maintaining the standard of work from employees, onboarding and hiring new team members, and leading effective work teams across operations and marketing.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, coaching, and direction to a team of people in a loving and supportive way that builds loyalty.
• Direct and oversee the operations of the Restaurant and its various departments by implementation and adherence to Brand Standards
• Identify areas of possible opportunity in revenue growth, guest service, financial performance, and process improvement
• Analyze business trends to maximize profit margin, focusing on controllable expenses, labor, and cost of goods
• Work collaboratively with Ethos Hospitality Group's operations and marketing teams to build a successful brand and to foster true guest loyalty
• Directly supervise hourly Team Members, providing effective coaching to grow our team
• Maintain and build strong working relationships with vendors and members of the community
• Work independently in a fast‑paced, high‑volume restaurant and bar environment, maintaining quality and safety standards under pressure.

Basic Qualifications

• 2+ years of restaurant, café, and/or bar operations management
• Superior written and verbal communication skills required
• Demonstrated initiative, motivation, and team‑building skills
• Knowledge of restaurant and bar business
• Superior organization, communication, and guest service abilities
• Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field preferred
• Ability to work as a team player in a fast‑paced, high‑stress environment
• ServSafe/TIPS Certification preferred but may be obtained during training
• Experience in high‑volume restaurant/bar establishment

Physical Requirements

Will regularly stand, walk, talk, carry, bend, stoop, turn and lift in excess of fifty (50) pounds. Lead Prep Managers will also drive, view a computer monitor, and type/write on a regular basis. Team lift required on anything over fifty (50) pounds and/or an awkward lift.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty/responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.