General Manager – Daytime Hospitality Leader, PTO & 401k

Le Pain Quotidien; California; On-site; USD 70,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Real work-life balance—daytime hours

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

PTO starting at 3 weeks

401k with company match

Life insurance

Commuter benefits

Pet insurance

Team member discounts

Job summary

Le Pain Quotidien in Marina del Rey, CA, is hiring a General Manager to lead our restaurant with a focus on people, hospitality, and business performance. You will set the tone for culture, coach on the floor, and drive guest experiences that turn visitors into regulars.

The role requires 2+ years of GM experience in a full-service setting, P&L ownership, and the ability to manage food safety, quality, and inventory while growing a strong team. Bonus: Spanish/French/Arabic skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of General Manager experience in a full-service restaurant or hospitality setting.
• P&L ownership and financial acumen with forecast, labor, COGS, and inventory responsibilities.
• Experience recruiting, developing, coaching, and retaining high-performing teams.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Spanish, French, and/or Arabic language skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead from the floor during service, coaching the team in real time to uphold exceptional hospitality.
• Own the guest experience by anticipating needs and resolving concerns with empathy and urgency.
• Build and develop a high-performing team through recruiting, onboarding, coaching, and retention initiatives.
• Oversee restaurant operations across opening, service, and closing with high standards for food, service, cleanliness, and hospitality.
• Own restaurant financial performance by monitoring P&L, labor, inventory, and costs to drive profitability.
• Forecast business needs and translate financial goals into actionable team plans.

Skills

GM experience

P&L ownership

People leadership

Recruiting & coaching

Food safety & cleanliness

Bilingual a Plus

Education

NYC Food Handlers License

Job description

Le Pain Quotidien in Marina del Rey, CA, is hiring a General Manager to lead our restaurant with a focus on people, hospitality, and business performance. You will set the tone for culture, coach on the floor, and drive guest experiences that turn visitors into regulars.

The role requires 2+ years of GM experience in a full-service setting, P&L ownership, and the ability to manage food safety, quality, and inventory while growing a strong team. Bonus: Spanish/French/Arabic skills are a plus.