General Manager

Specialty Restaurants; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading compensation

Health plans

Lifestyle Spending Account

Supplemental benefits

401k match

Life insurance

Reward dollars

Paid vacation

Holidays

Sick time

Education assistance

EAP

Job summary

The Reef in Long Beach, CA, is seeking a dynamic General Manager to oversee all restaurant operations. The role requires a track record in upscale, high-volume settings and strong leadership to drive guest satisfaction and revenue growth.

Salary ranges from $110,000 to $125,000 per year, with bonus potential. Competitive benefits accompany the position within a premium hospitality team.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in full-service upscale/polished restaurant management in a high-volume setting, with at least 2 years in a GM role or above.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, analyze financial reports, and make data-driven decisions.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices.
• Passion for hospitality and a commitment to excellence.

Responsibilities

• Ensure high levels of guest satisfaction by maintaining high-quality food, service, and ambiance.
• Lead and manage day-to-day restaurant operations, including staff management, customer service, and financial performance.
• Hire, train, and mentor staff to build a motivated and effective team.
• Develop and implement strategies to drive sales and profitability.
• Monitor and control inventory, budgets, and costs to achieve financial goals.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations.
• Foster a positive work environment and uphold company values and standards.
• Handle customer complaints and feedback professionally and efficiently.

Job description

Company Overview

The Reef opened in 1958 - and we continue to be the premier special event location in Long Beach, CA. Since then, The Reef has undergone multiple multi-million-dollar renovations, offering guests and team members an unforgettable, high-end experience. Fresh seafood, prime cuts, and innovative fare with a subtle Polynesian twist. Guests bask in the beautiful California sun during daytime events and experience the twinkling lights of the Long Beach Harbor by night. The Reef offers a unique culinary experience with unmatchable views of the Long Beach skyline that is sure to impress. That, combined with the positive culture that we engage within daily, makes it an ideal place to level-up your career path.

Our mission is to consistently deliver a 5-star experience for our teams, guests, partners and community. We look forward to adding our next valued team member!

Competitive Benefits

• Industry-leading compensation package
• Comprehensive Health Plans that include, a variety of medical and dental plans, employer contribution HAS for yourself and dependents.
• Lifestyle Spending Account benefit, which supports you and your family in numerous ways such as through gym memberships, childcare, student loans & more!
• Variety of Supplemental Benefit Plans for life's unknowns
• 401k with annual employer match after 12 months employment
• Employer paid life Insurance throughout the length of employment
• Monthly Reward Dollars to use at various company locations.
• Accrued Paid Vacation
• Paid/Floating holidays for 5 major holidays
• Paid Sick Time renewed yearly
• Education Assistance Program (EdAP) for hospitality related education growth
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to assist with work life balance
• Management Referral Program with up to a $4,000 payout for qualifying management positions

Pay: $110,000-125,000 / year plus bonus

Job Summary

We are looking for a dynamic and results-driven General Manager to oversee all aspects of our restaurant's operations. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing high-volume restaurants, ensuring excellent customer service, and driving revenue growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure high levels of guest satisfaction by maintaining high-quality food, service, and ambiance.
• Lead and manage day-to-day restaurant operations, including staff management, customer service, and financial performance.
• Hire, train, and mentor staff to build a motivated and effective team.
• Develop and implement strategies to drive sales and profitability.
• Monitor and control inventory, budgets, and costs to achieve financial goals.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations.
• Foster a positive work environment and uphold company values and standards.
• Handle customer complaints and feedback professionally and efficiently.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in full-service, upscale/polished restaurant management, in a high-volume setting, with a minimum of 2 years in a GM role or above.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, analyze financial reports, and make data-driven decisions.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices.
• Passion for hospitality and a commitment to excellence.

Physical Demands

Must be able to walk and stand for hours at a time, lift and carry up to 30 lbs.

Disclaimer: The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; and is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recognize that people are our finest asset. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, creed, color, religion or belief, national origin, sex, ancestry, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, medical condition, gender identity or sexual orientation or any other classification protected by law.

Specialty Restaurants Corporation maintains a drug free workplace. The Company will consider for employment qualified applications with criminal histories in a manner that is consistent with local, state, and federal law.

All job offers are contingent upon successfully passing pre-employment background check.

Salary: $110000 - $125000 per year