Restaurant General Manager

Maxon Restaurant & Grill Inc; City of Schenectady (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Company parties

Free food & snacks

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Flexible Scheduling

Competitive Compensation

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

A local restaurant in Schenectady is seeking an experienced Restaurant General Manager to oversee operational performance and financial success. The ideal candidate will manage staff, develop goals, and ensure adherence to health and safety regulations, all while providing exceptional customer service. The position offers a collaborative environment with opportunities for advancement and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership capabilities with prior restaurant management experience.
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with both front of house and kitchen operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop short and long-term goals and KPIs for the restaurant.
• Hire, train, and manage employees, conducting performance reviews.
• Lead the team in providing exceptional customer service.
• Create and maintain a food and beverage budget.
• Adhere to all health and safety rules and regulations.
• Provide sales and productivity reports to upper management.
• Develop and coordinate marketing efforts and community events.

Skills

Management and leadership skills

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to thrive under pressure

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Restaurant management software

POS software

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Restaurant General Manager to join our team! As the Restaurant Manager, you will be responsible for the restaurant’s operational performance and financial well-being. You will hire, train, and lead staff, ensuring they reflect the restaurant’s high standards. The ideal candidate is a strong leader with experience managing a successful restaurant.

Responsibilities

• Develop short and long-term goals and KPIs for the restaurant


• Hire, train, and manage employees and conduct periodic performance reviews


• Lead team in providing exceptional customer service


• Create and maintain a food and beverage budget


• Adhere to all health and safety rules and regulations


• Provide sales and productivity reports to upper management


• Develop and coordinate marketing efforts and community events


• Develop and orchestrate scheduling of front of house


• Fill in behind the line when necessary


• Alcohol ordering and inventory

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED


• Previous restaurant management experience


• Familiarity with Microsoft Office, restaurant management software, and POS software


• Ability to remain calm and thrive under pressure


• Excellent management and leadership skills


• Strong communication and problem-solving skills


• Must be well versed in both front of the house and cooking behind the line

Benefits

• 401(k)


• 401(k) matching


• Bonus based on performance


• Company parties


• Free food & snacks


• Opportunity for advancement


• Paid time off


• Training & development


• Benefits/Perks


• Flexible Scheduling


• Competitive Compensation


• Career Advancement Opportunities