Restaurant General Manager

Cornerstone Hospitality, LLC; Monroe (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Job summary

The Hotel Monroe is seeking an experienced Restaurant General Manager to lead daily front-of-house operations at its downtown Monroe restaurant and bar. You will train staff, elevate service quality, and own schedules and profitability while maintaining top guest experiences.

Hire, train, and rally a high-energy team, ensuring compliance with health standards and delivering memorable dining experiences that align with The Hotel Monroe’s standards and brand.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive restaurant or food and beverage experience, including 3+ years in a management/supervisory role.
• Strong background in restaurant management with kitchen and bar operations experience.
• Proven ability to train and develop teams to improve performance.
• Knowledge of food management practices and culinary standards.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail; able to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Seize full control of the restaurant and bar operations from opening to closing.
• Own staffing schedules and day-to-day game plan to place the right people at the right time.
• Monitor labor, costs, and operations to run a profitable guest-focused business.
• Ensure health and safety compliance in the restaurant environment.
• Lead, train, and motivate the team; build a strong culture and accountability.
• Collaborate with culinary to menu items that wow guests and drive revenue.
• Engage with hotel leadership to grow the restaurant business and guest satisfaction.

Skills

Restaurant management

Staff leadership

Food & beverage operations

Training development

Job description

The Hotel Monroe is open, and we're looking for an experienced leader to take our restaurant operations to the next level!

Located in Downtown Monroe, The Hotel Monroe is a member of the Tapestry Collection by Hilton, a collection of independent hotels with an authentic connection to their destinations. Situated along the river in a historic Opera House and Hardware Store, The Hotel Monroe and its restaurants have been thoughtfully designed to provide an authentic experience of Monroe.

The property provides 68 luxurious guest rooms and suites, Heirloom Restaurant, The STAR Bar rooftop restaurant, and banquet space to accommodate 250–500 people throughout the second and third floor meeting rooms and Opera Ballroom.

The Restaurant General Manager will maintain daily front of house operations, help to elevate food quality through server training, and deliver amazing service that keeps guests coming back for more. Lead and mentor staff with a fiery passion for food, killer drinks, and a knack for rallying teams. This is a hands-on leadership position to help train and build a crew that thrives under pressure while taking ownership of the overall success of the restaurant.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Seize full control of the restaurant and bar like a pro.
• Keep the entire operation running smoothly—from opening to closing out the day.
• Own the schedules, staffing, and day-to-day game plan to make sure the right people are in the right place at the right time.
• Keep an eye on labor, costs, and operations while finding smart ways to run a profitable business without sacrificing the guest experience.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations within the restaurant environment.
• Lead with swagger—hire, train, and ignite the potential of every team member.
• Build a strong team culture where people know what's expected, feel supported, and are held accountable.
• Coach, develop, and challenge your team to keep raising the bar.
• Design killer training that turns staff into food wizards, drink slingers, and service superstars.

Bar & Food Service

• Own the bar—keep it compliant, buzzing, and pouring responsibly.
• Stay on top of food and beverage costs, inventory, and purchasing to keep the numbers working in your favor.
• Team up with the culinary crew to drop menu items that wow diners and rake in cash.

Guest Experience & Marketing

• Create a vibe so electric that guests rave—and handle negative feedback like a champ.
• Keep an eye on guest feedback, reviews, and the overall reputation of the restaurant, turning problems into opportunities to get even better.
• Boost the brand with marketing, promotions special events, and fresh ideas that fill seats.
• Work with hotel leadership and other teams to keep the restaurant growing, the guests coming back, and the business moving forward.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive restaurant or food and beverage experience, including at least 3 years in a management or supervisory leadership role.
• Strong background in restaurant management with experience in both kitchen and bar operations.
• Proficient in training development techniques to enhance team performance.
• Knowledgeable in food management practices and culinary standards.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail in all aspects of restaurant operations.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S., pass background screening and references checks.

WHY JOIN HOTEL MONROE?

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Paid annual vacation and sick leave.
• Full medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage provided, if elected, at no cost to you. (The employer will contribute up to $1,000/month towards coverage for yourself, spouse and/or legal dependents.) Short-term and long-term disability, critical illness, additional life insurance and many other ancillary benefits are also available at the employee’s expense.
• Employer-paid term life insurance policy equal to annual base pay. (Benefit reduces by 35% at age 70; 50% at age 75; ends with termination. Please see policy for full details.)

Hotel Monroe is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Cornerstone Hospitality is a boutique hotel development and management firm, based in Williamsburg, Virginia, which operates both branded and curated boutique hotels throughout Virginia as well as Delaware, Indiana, Louisiana, North Carolina and Vermont.

Known by the Brands for high quality properties operated at the highest level and exceeding competition in all metrics, Cornerstone also specializes in upscale curated hotels. Our boutique and curated hotel portfolio is diverse and includes historic properties, each uniquely different, which provide experiences for guests that they won’t find elsewhere. Our properties have consistently been honored with excellence awards through the Brands, social platforms, and Conde’ Nast.

Our Company’s innovative approach to guest services and unparalleled attention to detail are redefining the hotel experience. To learn more, please visit our website.