General Manager

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen); Redding (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

A restaurant startup in Redding, CA, is seeking an experienced General Manager to lead a new farm-to-table dining concept. This key role involves overseeing all operations, from menu development to team leadership, ensuring a focus on locally sourced ingredients. Candidates must have 5+ years of restaurant management experience and a passion for sustainable food practices.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in restaurant management.
• Proven track record of opening and operating successful restaurants.
• Passion for local food systems and sustainable sourcing.
• Passion for local, farm-to-table sourcing.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and culinary excellence.
• Manage recruitment, onboarding, and training.
• Track and optimize financial performance.
• Build and lead the opening team including recruitment and onboarding.
• Establish relationships with local farmers and suppliers.
• Oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring food quality and guest experience.
• Manage inventory, ordering, and cost control.
• Monitor budgeting and financial performance.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and employment regulations.
• Foster a welcoming and inclusive team culture.

Skills

Restaurant management experience

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Knowledge of financials

Team development

Food quality

Tools

POS systems

Inventory software

Job description

Overview

Company/Role Overview: CliftonLarsonAllen (CLA) Search has been exclusively retained by Lassen Canyon Nursery to identify their General Manager. Canyon Nursery, known for its commitment to agricultural innovation and sustainability, is excited to introduce a bold new restaurant concept coming to Redding, CA in 2026. Rooted in the rich offerings of Northern California, this restaurant will highlight the region's abundance, featuring a menu that showcases fresh, locally sourced ingredients, with a spotlight on premium, locally raised beef.

To help bring this vision to life, they are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking General Manager to lead the development and execution of this venture. This role will be instrumental in shaping the restaurant’s character and guiding it from concept to grand opening—and beyond. The ideal candidate will oversee every facet of daily operations, from culinary excellence and customer experience to team leadership and financial success, ensuring the restaurant delivers a memorable and impactful dining experience.

To learn more, the official site is www.lassencanyonnursery.com

What You’ll Do

• Partner with ownership and consultants to shape the restaurant’s concept, design, and layout
• Contribute to the selection of vendors for kitchen equipment, furnishings, and technology systems
• Develop and implement operating procedures, training guides, and staffing plans
• Build and lead the opening team, managing recruitment, onboarding, and training for both kitchen and front-of-house roles
• Establish sourcing relationships with local farmers, ranchers, and suppliers to ensure fresh, regional ingredients
• Oversee day-to-day operations, maintaining excellence in food quality, guest service, cleanliness, and ambiance
• Manage inventory and ordering systems while fostering strong vendor partnerships with an emphasis on local sourcing
• Lead scheduling, oversight labor, and staff development to support a productive and engaged team
• Track and optimize financial performance through budgeting, forecasting, and cost management
• Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and employment regulations
• Cultivate a welcoming, inclusive, and collaborative team culture

What You’ll Need

• 5+ years of experience in restaurant management, preferably in a farm-to-table or upscale casual dining environment
• Proven track record of opening and operating successful restaurants
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Passion for local food systems and sustainable sourcing
• Knowledge of restaurant financials, POS systems, and inventory management
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment