Restaurant General Manager – Fast Casual

Goodwin Recruiting; Florida; On-site; USD 49,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision insurance

Manager meals provided

Paid Time Off

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Goodwin Recruiting is seeking a full-time restaurant leader to oversee daily operations in a fast-paced Florida setting. You will hire, train, coach, and develop a hands-on team, while maintaining high standards for food quality, service, cleanliness, and safety.

Expect 45–50 hours per week with competitive compensation of $49,000–$53,000 annually, plus benefits after 60 days and generous PTO. Drive strong guest experiences and contribute to local community initiatives.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a fast-casual restaurant environment
• 2-3+ years of leadership or management experience
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop a team
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Comfortable working hands-on in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operations of the restaurant
• Hire, train, coach, and develop team members
• Maintain high standards for food quality, service, cleanliness, and safety
• Manage labor, inventory, and operating costs
• Create a positive, accountable, and team-oriented culture
• Ensure an excellent guest experience
• Support sales and profitability goals
• Lead by example and remain actively involved in restaurant operations
• Identify and participate in local events, partnerships, and community initiatives that help increase awareness and strengthen the restaurant's presence

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Communication

Organization

Problem solving

Hands-on management

Driver's license

Job description

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of experience in a fast-casual restaurant environment
• 2-3+ years of leadership or management experience
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop a team
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Comfortable working hands-on in a fast-paced environment
• Valid drivers license and proof of insurance

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operations of the restaurant
• Hire, train, coach, and develop team members
• Maintain high standards for food quality, service, cleanliness, and safety
• Manage labor, inventory, and operating costs
• Create a positive, accountable, and team-oriented culture
• Ensure an excellent guest experience
• Support sales and profitability goals
• Lead by example and remain actively involved in restaurant operations
• Identify and participate in local events, partnerships, and community initiatives that help increase awareness and strengthen the restaurant's presence

Compensation & Schedule

• Salary: $49,000-$53,000 annually
• Schedule: Approximately 45-50 hours per week
• Full-time management position with a hands-on, operational focus

Benefits & Perks

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance available after 60 days
• Manager meals provided
• Paid Time Off:
  • 2 weeks during your first year
  • 3 weeks during your second year
  • 4 weeks after 4+ years
• Opportunity for continued growth and advancement

JOB ID: 183019#post

Nicole Day