GENERAL MANAGER

Mendocino Farms; San Mateo (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Match

Vacation - Up to 2 weeks of vacation per year

Employee assistance program

Bonus Program

Parking & Transit Reimbursement

Discounted tickets through Tickets at Work

Pet Insurance

Free and delicious Mendo Meals on every shift

Clear path for growth and development

Job summary

A popular restaurant chain in San Mateo is seeking a Restaurant General Manager to lead a joyful and efficient team. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of experience in high-volume restaurant management, a passion for people, and strong leadership abilities. This full-time position offers a competitive salary of $83,000 to $98,000 with attractive perks such as paid vacation, 401(k) match, and more. Join us in selling happiness through food!

Qualifications

• 2+ years of high-volume restaurant or related management experience.
• Organized, deadline-oriented, and results-focused.
• Humble and eager to learn and grow within the company.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of restaurant staff.
• Manage daily operations and ensure guest satisfaction.
• Oversee inventory and ordering processes.

Skills

High-volume restaurant management experience

Effective coaching and feedback

Organizational skills

Relationship building

Team management experience

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Job description

San Mateo, 1060 Park Place, San Mateo, California, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Friday, April 17, 2026 at 8:00 AM

RESTAURANT GENERAL MANAGER - FULL TIME - ONSITE

$83,000 - $98,000 per year, based on experience

We’re not just selling sandwiches and salads. We’re selling Happy!

Mendocino Farms is looking for talentedRESTAURANT GENERAL MANAGERSwho can lead a team of happy, friendly foodies.

Perks and Benefits:

• 401(k) Match, and other ancillary benefits
• Vacation - Up to 2 weeks of vacation per year!
• Employee assistance program
• Bonus Program
• Parking & Transit Reimbursement
• Discounted tickets through Tickets at Work
• Pet Insurance
• Free and delicious Mendo Meals on every shift!
• Clear path for growth and development

Competitive Pay:

• All Mendo Managers are paid on a bi-weekly basis

Schedule:

• Full-Time Availability
• We are seeking individuals who can work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays

We’re Looking for Managers that have the following:

• 2+ years of high-volume restaurant or related hospitality management experience
• Strong coach – gives effective feedback, grows the team every day
• Organized – deadline-oriented and focused on driving results
• Ready to master every position in the restaurant before trying to teach someone else
• Cares about people – builds relationships with guests and team members
• Humble – eager to learn from a dynamic, growing restaurant group
• Experience with managing a large team
• Proficient with Microsoft Office
• Comfortable in the kitchen, skilled at ordering & inventory

About Mendo:

We were founded with the vision to offer so much more than food, and since 2005, we’ve never let the spark of happiness go out. We sell Happy!

Food is our love language! We connect guests to culinary adventure with our approachably adventurous menu. We use fresh ingredients you can feel good about. We believe that every guest is a friend we haven’t made yet or one we’re welcoming back.

Mendocino Farms is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Mendocino Farms will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

* Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.