Restaurant GM: Lead Growth, People, Service

Taziki's Mediterranean Cafe; Suwanee (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Quarterly Bonus

Health, Vision, Dental

401(k) matching

Free meals

Flexible schedule

Great environment

Career path to ownership

No late nights, no early mornings

Job summary

Taziki's Café is seeking an experienced restaurant leader to manage a store, analyze costs, and guide the team to deliver exceptional guest experiences. You will supervise shifts, mentor staff, and ensure quality and safety standards across all operations.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years of upper management in hospitality, strong leadership and communication skills, and a passion for Fresh Mediterranean fare. This is a full-time, on-site role with opportunities for growth and advancement.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age.
• Minimum of 3 years of upper management experience.
• Strong work ethic, guest focus and passion for fresh food.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Desire to build, mentor, and lead a team.
• Love of setting and achieving goals.
• Experience with restaurant P&L statements.
• Proficient in Google Suite and general computer use.
• Excellent leadership, customer service, and communication skills.
• Ability to recruit, train, retain and motivate employees.
• Motivated, self-starting and team oriented.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Sound decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Food Manager’s certification or ability to obtain shortly after starting.

Responsibilities

• Analyze store P&L and set cost goals.
• Write weekly staff schedules balancing development and labor costs.
• Set tone for shifts and guide staff to goals and duties.
• Mentor staff and manage training and evaluations.
• Maintain food safety standards.
• Master menu and product knowledge.
• Prepare catering orders with the team.
• Support or work stations including kitchen as needed.
• Order products, supplies, and produce.
• Screen, interview, and onboard hourly employees.
• Handle cash procedures properly.
• Serve guests and build meaningful connections.
• Maintain health department standards each shift.
• Follow alcohol handling policies and procedures.
• Ensure proper food handling and storage.
• Maintain hygiene, appearance, and uniforms.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Customer service

Team development

Problem solving

Time management

Organization

Staff recruitment

Staff training

Food safety

P&L knowledge

Tools

Google Suite

Computer literacy

Job description

Taziki's Café is seeking an experienced restaurant leader to manage a store, analyze costs, and guide the team to deliver exceptional guest experiences. You will supervise shifts, mentor staff, and ensure quality and safety standards across all operations.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years of upper management in hospitality, strong leadership and communication skills, and a passion for Fresh Mediterranean fare. This is a full-time, on-site role with opportunities for growth and advancement.