General Manager - New Restaurant Opening

COREcruitment; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

COREcruitment is seeking a General Manager for an exciting new restaurant opening in Charlotte, NC. You will lead the opening team and drive all aspects of operations to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

This hands-on leadership role requires a passion for hospitality, strong financial acumen, and the ability to build and mentor a top-performing team in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Previous General Manager experience within an elevated or upscale full-service restaurant.
• Strong hospitality focus and delivering memorable guest experiences.
• Solid financial acumen including labour management and payroll responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead opening and ongoing day-to-day restaurant operations.
• Build and coach a high-performing management and service team.
• Establish a positive culture focused on hospitality and accountability.
• Manage labour, scheduling, payroll, and financial performance.
• Oversee reservations, service flow and guest satisfaction.
• Support local marketing and community relationships.

Skills

General Manager

Restaurant Operations

Team Leadership

Hospitality

P&L Management

Job description

General Manager - New Restaurant Opening

Charlotte, NC $75,000 – $90,000 + Incentives + Benefits

We're partnered with a well-known hospitality group preparing to open an exciting new location in Charlotte this summer, and they're looking for a General Manager to lead the opening team.

This is an elevated, vibrant concept that will bring incredible energy to the city's dining scene. You'll have the opportunity to help build the culture from day one, recruit and develop your team, and play a key role in launching what is expected to become one of Charlotte's newest dining destinations.

We're looking for a hands‑on leader who thrives in fast‑paced environments, loves building teams, and knows how to create memorable guest experiences.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading all aspects of the restaurant opening and ongoing day-to-day operations
• Building, coaching, and developing a high‑performing management and service team
• Creating a positive culture focused on hospitality, accountability, and career development
• Managing labour, scheduling, payroll, and overall financial performance
• Overseeing reservations, service flow, and daily operations to maximize guest satisfaction
• Supporting local marketing initiatives and building relationships within the community

What We’re Looking For

• Previous General Manager experience within an elevated or upscale full‑service restaurant
• A genuine passion for hospitality and delivering memorable guest experiences
• Strong financial acumen, including labour management, payroll, and P&L responsibility
• Experience with new restaurant openings is an asset but not required
• Someone who leads with an ownership mentality and takes pride in building successful teams