General Manager

Blake; Espanola (NM); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, and Dental benefits

PTO after 6 months

401(k) with company match after 6 months

Meal discounts

Job summary

Blake is seeking a General Manager for its LOTABURGER restaurant in Espanola, New Mexico. In this full-time role, you will oversee restaurant operations, focusing on customer satisfaction and profitability. Ideal candidates will have 3+ years of managerial experience in the food service industry and strong leadership skills.

As GM, you will ensure efficient service, manage costs, and uphold Blake's core values of kindness, teamwork, passion, and process. Competitive pay ranges from $60,000 to $70,000 annually, along with benefits and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a managerial role, preferably in the food service industry.
• Ability to motivate and lead a team effectively.
• Strong understanding of food, beverage, and labor cost management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all restaurant operations.
• Manage food and labor costs to maximize profitability.
• Ensure quick and friendly service to all guests.

Skills

Leadership skills

Customer satisfaction focus

Cost management

Communication skills

Job description

GENERAL MANAGER

FULL‑TIME (50+ weekly hours), NON‑EXEMPT

Do you want to be a leader in a well‑established NM Brand with over 70 years of history providing New Mexico’s favorite quick service meals? Join Blake’s LOTABURGER, famous for the original Green Chili Cheeseburger. This is a great opportunity to build your leadership skills, advance your career, and share the rich flavors of our authentic New Mexico cuisine.

Blake’s LOTABURGER General Manager Benefits

• Competitive Pay: $60,000–$70,000 annually (based on a 50‑hour work week)
• 40 hours full time + 10 hours overtime – paid hourly
• Medical, Vision, and Dental benefits available within the first 60 days
• PTO available after 6 months and renewed annually
• 401(k) with company match available after 6 months
• Long‑term, short‑term disability, and life insurance
• Meal discounts and more

Blake’s LOTABURGER Core Values

• KIND – We acknowledge, respect, and uplift our employees and guests
• TEAM – We are part of one Blake’s Team
• PASSION – We are passionate about our work
• PROCESS – We are committed to the process

Responsibilities

The Blake’s LOTABURGER General Manager (GM) is in charge of protecting current sales and boosting future sales. They oversee all restaurant operations, focusing on customer satisfaction and profitability by managing food, beverage, and labor costs. The GM’s main goal is to represent the Blake’s brand with pride by living our culture and core values: Kindness, Teamwork, Passion, and Process. The GM ensures the restaurant is efficient, provides quick and friendly service, and is welcoming to all our guests.

Blake’s LOTaburger is an equal employment opportunity employer. It provides equal opportunity in all employment actions and prohibits harassment, discrimination, retaliation, or intimidation based on any status protected by applicable local, state, or federal law, including race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and transgender status), sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age (40 and over), disability (including physical and mental), genetic information, veteran status, marital and familial status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy covers all employment actions and workplace conduct, and Blake’s LOTaburger will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants or employees with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs, unless doing so would impose an undue hardship. All complaints will be investigated promptly and confidentially to the extent possible, and retaliation against individuals who raise concerns, participate in an investigation, or exercise rights under this policy is strictly prohibited.

To contact Blake’s LOTaburger’s Human Resources Department, please call 505‑884‑2160 Ext. 1644.