General Manager: Lead Southern Brunch & Guest Experience

Thompson-Hospitality; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision

Paid Time Off

401(k), matched up to 4%

Short and Long Term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Program

Pet Insurance

Discounts: Hotels, Travel, Tickets, 2"

Job summary

Milk & Honey by Thompson Hospitality is seeking a hands-on General Manager to oversee daily restaurant operations, coach teams, and drive exceptional service and financial performance. You will lead kitchen and front-of-house, maintain safety/quality standards, and foster a warm, guest-focused culture in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

We value energetic leaders who develop staff, manage budgets, and deliver memorable guest experiences while balancing high-volume demands and community-minded

Qualifications

• Proven leadership and managerial experience.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Industry knowledge and financial acumen.
• Customer-focused mindset and adaptability.
• Clear verbal communication with guests in busy environments.
• Ability to remain calm while multitasking in fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily restaurant operations, including kitchen and front-of-house.
• Lead and develop staff, ensuring a cohesive and efficient team.
• Ensure exceptional service and guest satisfaction.
• Manage budgets, control costs, and optimize profitability.
• Maintain adherence to health, safety, and quality standards.
• Requires 50–55 hours per week, including evenings and weekends.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Financial acumen

Industry knowledge

Customer focus

Adaptability

Multitasking

Job description

Milk & Honey by Thompson Hospitality is seeking a hands-on General Manager to oversee daily restaurant operations, coach teams, and drive exceptional service and financial performance. You will lead kitchen and front-of-house, maintain safety/quality standards, and foster a warm, guest-focused culture in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

We value energetic leaders who develop staff, manage budgets, and deliver memorable guest experiences while balancing high-volume demands and community-minded