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Lifestyle Communities seeks a General Manager for The Goat in Columbus, OH, to oversee daily operations and drive performance. You will lead sales efforts, manage costs, and build a high-performing team that delivers exceptional hospitality and memorable experiences.
The role requires leadership experience, a business-focused degree, ServSafe (and possibly TABC) certifications, and strong organization with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
At Lifestyle Communities (LC), we take deliberate action every day to nurture a culture grounded in our purpose - to Build a Connection. Whether you're behind the bar, in the kitchen, or on the floor, your work helps create spaces where people come together, connect, and belong. We are guided by our core values - Performance, Quality, Communication, Teamwork, and Leadership - and fueled by our commitment to excellence. At LC, you'll find your "why," your place to belong, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact.
Job Title General Manager
Company One Lifestyle, Ltd.
Department The Goat
Reports To Regional Director
Wage Category Exempt
The Goat is more than a restaurant - it's a social experience built around community, connection, and bringing people together. Our food philosophy celebrates bright, flavorful, shareable dishes that encourage conversation and togetherness, with a focus on lighter, balanced flavors, fresh ingredients, and approachable execution. Every member of our team plays a key role in bringing this experience to life - ensuring that each plate, every interaction, and all details reflect our commitment to great food, genuine hospitality, and memorable moments.
The General Manager is responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations and enhancing the performance of The Goat bar and restaurant. The General Manager is responsible for leading sales efforts, controlling cost of goods, achieving set performance targets, making action plans, and building a team that maintains superior results.
Bachelor’s degree in business management or similar area of focus preferred.
ServSafe certification from a nationally recognized organization required.
TABC Certification where applicable
Must have strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
Requires alignment with our Core Values: Performance, Communication, Leadership, Quality, and Teamwork.
Must have at least three (3) years of experience in a leadership role in the restaurant, bartending or hospitality industry.
The physical demands and work environment described herein are representative of the criteria that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with disabilities to perform these functions in accordance with applicable law.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to work with long periods of standing, working in a restaurant environment. Ability to stand, walk, bend and reach for extended periods of time.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to a restaurant environment, with occasional periods of time seated to perform administrative tasks.
Position will be based in Columbus, OH with occasional travel to local and out-of-state markets.
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Lifestyle Communities (LC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.