General Manager -ATLF

Leap Brands; Little Falls (NJ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Leap Brands in Little Falls, NJ, is seeking a General Manager to lead a vibrant casual dining team and curate an exceptional guest experience. You’ll guide hospitality, front-of-house and kitchen collaboration, and ensure smooth daily operations.

You will drive team performance, manage scheduling, inventory, and budgets, and develop seasonal promotions and community events to keep the dining venue dynamic and welcoming.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of restaurant management experience or equivalent.
• Strong customer service mindset with guest-centric approach.
• Understanding of menu development and kitchen ops.
• Proven leadership to motivate a diverse team.
• Experience with scheduling, inventory, and budgets.
• Ability to design promotions and events that drive traffic.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced restaurant environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead, inspire, and empower the crew to create an inviting dining atmosphere.
• Collaborate with kitchen to craft a menu that delights guests.
• Make guests feel like family and ensure satisfaction throughout the visit.
• Oversee scheduling, inventory, budgets, and cleanliness.
• Develop seasonal specials, events, and community initiatives.
• Monitor KPIs to drive sales and loyalty.
• Adapt operations as the business evolves.

Skills

Team leadership

Customer service

Operations management

Promotions & events

Adaptability

Menu collaboration

Scheduling & inventory

Guest experience

Job description

Are you ready to step into the spotlight and lead a vibrant team in a casual dining haven?

What's the Sizzle?

As our General Manager, you're not just overseeing a restaurant – you're curating an experience that leaves taste buds tingling and hearts smiling. With your zest for hospitality, culinary expertise, and knack for leading a lively team, you'll ensure that every dining moment is a memorable masterpiece.

Responsibilities that Rock:

• Team Maestro: Lead, inspire, and empower our crew to create a dining atmosphere that’s as inviting as it is unforgettable.
• Flavor Choreographer: Collaborate with the kitchen wizards to orchestrate a menu that tantalizes taste buds and keeps guests coming back for more.
• Guest Whisperer: Embrace each guest as if they’re family, ensuring their dining experience is a symphony of satisfaction from the moment they walk in.
• Operational Virtuoso: Conduct the restaurant like a well-tuned orchestra – from scheduling and inventory to budgets and cleanliness.
• Innovation Dynamo: Bring new ideas to the table – whether it’s seasonal specials, engaging events, or community initiatives that make us a local gem.
• Performance Virtuoso: Keep an eye on key performance indicators, using your magic touch to drive sales, increase customer loyalty, and enhance our reputation.
• Adaptability Ace: In a world where change is the only constant, you’ll pivot like a pro, ensuring our restaurant evolves with the times while staying true to our essence.

Qualifications that Set the Stage:

• Restaurant Royalty: 3-5 years of experience in restaurant management, where you’ve perfected the art of turning tables into loyal fans.
• Guest Guru: Your passion for customer service is contagious, and you make every guest feel like they’ve entered a culinary wonderland.
• Culinary Connoisseur: While you might not be whipping up dishes yourself, your love for food is infectious, and you understand how a menu comes together.
• Team Dynamo: You’re a natural leader who brings out the best in others, fostering a culture of teamwork, respect, and high-fives all around.
• Operational Olympian: From scheduling shifts to keeping inventory in check, you’re a logistical wizard who can juggle tasks like a pro.
• Creative Composer: Dream up promotions, events, and special touches that make our restaurant a destination for foodies and fun-seekers.
• Adaptable Alchemist: You thrive in the fast-paced, ever-changing restaurant world and can dance between front-of-house finesse and behind-the-scenes brilliance.
• Guest Feedback Whisperer: You turn guest feedback into gold, using it to continuously enhance the dining experience.

Why Join the Feast?

• Culinary Canvas: Shape the restaurant’s identity, flavors, and vibes – your artistic touch will be front and center.
• Team Cheers: You’ll lead a crew that feels like family, inspiring them to reach new heights and creating memories together.
• Guest Gratification: Deliver unforgettable experiences that leave a lasting impression, turning guests into loyal fans who can’t wait to return.
• Innovation Playground: From menu additions to creative events, you’ll have the freedom to infuse your ideas and keep the dining scene fresh.
• Endless Growth: As you raise the bar for our restaurant, you’ll also raise your own professional trajectory within our company.
• Fun in Every Bite: Good food and good times go hand in hand – enjoy the satisfaction of making people smile with every mouthwatering dish.

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