General Manager

Happy Corner Hospitality Group (Motek); Miami (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Weekly pay

Growth opportunity

401k savings plans

Paid time off

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Employee discounts

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Motek, part of Happy Corner Hospitality collective, seeks a General Manager to oversee daily operations of a Mediterranean restaurant in Miami. You will lead front- and back-of-house teams, ensure exceptional guest experiences, and drive financial performance while fostering a positive, high-performing culture.

The role requires strong leadership, business acumen, and passion for hospitality. Experience with staffing, budgeting, and marketing initiatives is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of leadership in high-volume restaurant operations.
• Degree in hospitality, business, or equivalent experience preferred.
• Experience in budgeting, labor, inventory, and costs.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent communication and team leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily front- and back-of-house operations to ensure quality.
• Lead and mentor floor managers and staff.
• Maintain service quality and guest experiences.
• Monitor budgets, COS, labor, and operating cash flow.
• Drive sales growth through marketing and promotions.
• Prepare staffing plans and recruitment.
• Report to C-suite on performance and variances.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Staffing planning

Communication

Bilingual

Education

Hospitality degree

Job description

Description

Motek, a part of Happy Corner Hospitality collective, is a Mediterranean concept restaurant. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service and culinary experiences to our valued customers. Our commitment to excellence extends to every aspect of our operations.

Position Summary:

As General Manager, you will have full accountability for the restaurant’s daily operations, overseeing both front and back-of-house teams. You will ensure exceptional guest experiences through consistent execution of brand standards, operational excellence, and financial performance, while cultivating a positive, motivated, and high-performing team culture. This role requires strong leadership, sound business judgment, and a genuine passion for hospitality.

Responsibilities (but not limited to):

• Oversee day-to-day restaurant operations, ensuring smooth front- and back-of-house performance
• Manage, lead, and mentor floor managers and staff
• Maintain service at the highest quality standards
• Develop and implement risk management and mitigation strategies
• Maintain and track all corporate mandates and daily reports
• Analyze staffing needs, create staffing plans, and identify growth opportunities
• Interview, screen, and recruit job applicants
• Coach and train management staff to maximize performance
• Ensure team performance, including morale, productivity, and fiscal responsibility
• Monitor operational activities and expenses
• Assist in setting and tracking sales forecasts and profitability reports
• Keep C-suite leadership informed of sales performance and key operational issues
• Drive sales growth through marketing initiatives, networking, and staff incentives
• Manage budgeted revenues, cost of sales (COS), labor, supplies, and operating cash flow (OCF)
• Review monthly profit and loss statements and take action on variances

Requirements:

• Minimum of five (5) years of leadership experience managing high-volume, fast-paced front-of-house restaurant operations
• Degree in hospitality, business, or equivalent professional experience preferred
• Demonstrated knowledge of service standards, guest experience, and regulatory compliance, with the ability to consistently enforce policies
• Proven experience managing budgets, labor, inventory, and operational costs to achieve financial goals
• Ability to plan staffing, scheduling, and team productivity while maintaining exceptional service standards
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
• High attention to detail across service quality, operational processes, and team performance
• Effective communicator with a collaborative, team-oriented leadership style
• Experience with marketing, sales initiatives, and strategies to increase revenue is a plus
• Bilingual proficiency is a plus

Benefits:

• Competitive salary.
• Wages paid weekly.
• Growth opportunity.
• 401k savings plans.
• Paid time off.
• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Employee discounts.
• Commuter benefits.

If you’re passionate about hospitality and committed to creating exceptional guest experiences, we'd love to hear from you!