Italian Fine-Dining GM: Lead Ops & Guest Experience

8 Hospitality; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent restaurant group in Chicago is seeking a General Manager for Café Bionda, a casual fine dining Italian restaurant. The ideal candidate will have proven experience managing high-volume, full-service restaurants, with strong leadership skills and a passion for hospitality. This part-time role involves overseeing daily operations, managing staff, and ensuring an exceptional guest experience, with a competitive salary range of $70,000 – $90,000.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a General Manager in a casual fine dining or full-service restaurant.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational abilities.
• Knowledge of restaurant operations, including staffing, inventory, and cost control.
• Passion for hospitality and delivering a high-quality guest experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all daily operations of the restaurant, ensuring smooth service and guest satisfaction.
• Manage, train, and lead front-of-house staff, including servers, hosts, and bartenders.
• Monitor sales, labor, and operational costs to achieve financial goals.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and alcohol regulations.
• Collaborate with the kitchen team to maintain food quality and service standards.
• Handle guest inquiries, feedback, and resolve issues promptly.
• Support marketing, promotions, and special events to drive traffic and revenue.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Organizational abilities

Job description

A prominent restaurant group in Chicago is seeking a General Manager for Café Bionda, a casual fine dining Italian restaurant. The ideal candidate will have proven experience managing high-volume, full-service restaurants, with strong leadership skills and a passion for hospitality. This part-time role involves overseeing daily operations, managing staff, and ensuring an exceptional guest experience, with a competitive salary range of $70,000 – $90,000.