General Manager: Growth & Hospitality Leader

Hudson House Rice Village; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision benefits

Paid Time Off

Dining discounts

Professional development

Robust Training program

Closed on major holidays

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Hudson House, operated by Vandelay Companies, is seeking a General Manager to execute our vision daily and lead a high‑performing team with passion and authenticity.

You will oversee operations, uphold culinary and hospitality standards, and drive initiatives that boost guest satisfaction and profitability. The GM role focuses on mentoring managers, managing budgets, and delivering a culture of growth within a busy, celebrated dining concept.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor's Degree in Restaurant / Hospitality Management strongly preferred.
• 2+ years of General Manager experience in a full-service high volume operation.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Trustworthy, detail‑obsessed and open to constructive feedback.
• Exceptional communication skills both written and verbal.
• Desire and natural ability to engage guests with infectious commitment to guest service.

Responsibilities

• Lead, inspire, and develop a high-performing team that embodies Vandelay’s culture, values, and standards of exceptional hospitality.
• Create memorable dining experiences by exceeding guest expectations and demonstrating a genuine love for the art of hospitality.
• Foster a high‑energy, service‑oriented environment, modeling Vandelay’s standards of excellence and motivating your team to uphold them.
• Respond to guest concerns with professionalism, creativity, and a solutions‑focused mindset.
• Oversee all daily operations with precision, ensuring seamless service and a consistently elevated guest experience.
• Drive financial performance by developing forecasts and budgets, monitoring key metrics, and achieving labor, COGS, and profitability goals.
• Analyze monthly P&L statements, articulate fluctuations, and present action plans in leadership meetings.
• Recruit, train, mentor, and retain exceptional talent, maintaining training records and leading orientations.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Restaurant / Hospitality Management

Job description

Hudson House, operated by Vandelay Companies, is seeking a General Manager to execute our vision daily and lead a high‑performing team with passion and authenticity.

You will oversee operations, uphold culinary and hospitality standards, and drive initiatives that boost guest satisfaction and profitability. The GM role focuses on mentoring managers, managing budgets, and delivering a culture of growth within a busy, celebrated dining concept.