GM - Chef-Driven Restaurant & Bar, Relocation Help

Horizon Hospitality; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Horizon Hospitality is seeking a dynamic General Manager to lead operations for a chef-driven restaurant and cocktail bar in a vibrant Michigan college town. The role oversees front-of-house service, financial performance, and team development across both venues, with relocation assistance and comprehensive benefits available.

The successful candidate will have 10+ years of elevated leadership in restaurants/bars, strong financial acumen, and availability for nights and weekends on-site.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive leadership in elevated, chef-driven restaurants and bars.
• Strong financial acumen with proven results in P&L management and labor control.
• Sommelier certification (Level 1+) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead front-of-house operations across both concepts, building a culture of exceptional hospitality.
• Recruit, train, and coach high-performing teams while developing management talent at both venues.
• Stay visible on the floor during peak service to guide guest experience and service flow.
• Own budgets, forecasting, labor productivity, purchasing, and P&L, partnering with culinary/beverage leadership on events and growth.

Skills

Leadership experience

P&L management

Guest experience

Staff development

Forecasting

Tools

Restaurant software

Job description

Horizon Hospitality is seeking a dynamic General Manager to lead operations for a chef-driven restaurant and cocktail bar in a vibrant Michigan college town. The role oversees front-of-house service, financial performance, and team development across both venues, with relocation assistance and comprehensive benefits available.

The successful candidate will have 10+ years of elevated leadership in restaurants/bars, strong financial acumen, and availability for nights and weekends on-site.