Restaurant General Manager: Lead Operations & People

WKS Restaurant Group; Camarillo (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

WKS Restaurant Group in California seeks a General Manager to oversee daily restaurant operations, drive profitability, and lead a team to deliver outstanding guest experiences. You will manage staffing, training, scheduling, brand standards, and safety compliance while building a strong, service-minded culture.

You will supervise all aspects of operations, including budgeting, inventory, payroll, and adherence to health and safety audits, while maintaining high performance on service metrics

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of supervisory or management experience in a restaurant.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• ServSafe certification required.
• Proficiency with cash handling, smart safe operation, and POS systems.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Reliable transportation and willingness to work at nearby store locations as business needs require.
• Ability to resolve customer concerns promptly and professionally using company customer service expectations and processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the restaurant team by hiring, training, motivating, and developing employees to ensure strong operational performance.
• Oversee scheduling, food ordering, inventory management, equipment checks, and payroll processes.
• Ensure customers receive prompt, friendly, accurate, and high-quality service at all times.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and P&L analysis to meet sales and profit goals.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and company policies.
• Maintain safe, clean, and compliant operating environments and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Training

Staff development

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

POS systems

Cash handling

Smart Safe operation

Job description

WKS Restaurant Group in California seeks a General Manager to oversee daily restaurant operations, drive profitability, and lead a team to deliver outstanding guest experiences. You will manage staffing, training, scheduling, brand standards, and safety compliance while building a strong, service-minded culture.

You will supervise all aspects of operations, including budgeting, inventory, payroll, and adherence to health and safety audits, while maintaining high performance on service metrics