Restaurant General Manager

Horizon Hospitality Associates, Inc; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Growth path to regional VP

Job summary

Horizon Hospitality Associates, Inc. seeks an experienced Restaurant General Manager to lead an upscale dining concept in Indiana. You will drive food quality, guest satisfaction and a positive, productive workplace culture while maintaining top-tier service across all outlets.

The role emphasizes strategic leadership, financial oversight and team development, with opportunities to partner with marketing on promotions and events. A bachelor’s degree and wine certification are preferred.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of leadership experience in upscale dining hospitality.
• Proven financial acumen, strategic planning and operational excellence.
• Strong communication and conflict-resolution abilities.
• Bachelor’s degree; wine certification preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and Aloha POS.

Responsibilities

• Execute a food and beverage strategy focused on guest satisfaction, profitability, and operational excellence.
• Manage annual budgets, long-term forecasts and analyze sales, labor efficiency and costs.
• Hire, mentor and inspire a diverse team to maintain high service standards.
• Ensure a safe, compliant and sanitary environment while optimizing workflows FOH/BOH.
• Act as a brand ambassador and collaborate with marketing on campaigns and events.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Conflict resolution

Team building

Tech savviness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Wine certification

Tools

Microsoft 365

Aloha POS

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Restaurant General Manager to take the helm of our upscale dining concept, steeped in local history and architectural charm. Nestled in the picturesque small town of Wabash, IN, a regional hub for art and entertainment, the restaurant's future depends on a leader who can build a new legacy from the inside out. This isn't a role for someone looking to maintain the status quo; it’s a mission to improve food consistency, elevate guest experience, and breathe life into a healthy workplace culture.

Core Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership: Execute a food and beverage strategy focused on guest satisfaction, profitability, and operational excellence.


• Financial Management: Manage annual budgets, long-term forecasts, and provide regular analysis of sales, labor efficiency, and cost controls.


• Team Development: Hire, mentor, and inspire a diverse team to maintain high service standards across all outlets.


• Operational Oversight: Ensure a safe, compliant, and sanitary environment while optimizing workflows for both FOH and BOH.


• Brand Ambassador: Act as a visible leader to cultivate guest relationships and collaborate with marketing teams on promotional campaigns and high-profile events.

Candidate Profile:

• Experience: 5–10 years of leadership experience in an upscale dining hospitality role.


• Expertise: Proven track record in financial acumen, strategic planning, and operational excellence.


• Soft Skills: Exceptional communication, conflict resolution, and the ability to build and maintain a healthy workplace culture.


• Tech Savvy: Proficient in Microsoft 365 and Aloha POS.


• Education: A bachelor’s degree and wine certification are preferred.

Compensation:

• Bonus: 10% annual bonus potential paid annually


• Growth: Direct line to a regional VP of Hospitality position