Restaurant GM: Lead People, Profit & Experience

Benihana - Alpharetta; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dining discounts

Onsite meals

Career development

Paid sick time

Paid time off

EAP

Commuter benefits

Dependent care benefits

Job summary

Benihana - Alpharetta is seeking a General Manager to drive daily operations, lead a team of managers and hourly staff, uphold brand standards, guest satisfaction, and profitability in a high-energy environment.

You will oversee business strategy, marketing, and compliance with food safety and health regulations, recruit and coach talent, monitor sales and costs, and develop initiatives to increase guest traffic and sales.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of leadership experience in high-volume, full-service dining (steakhouse or upscale dining preferred).
• Proven track record of driving sales, managing budgets, and leading successful teams.
• Strong business acumen, financial expertise, and decision-making skills.
• A passion for hospitality, guest engagement, and high-energy environments.
• Tech-savvy with experience in restaurant POS systems (MICROS, Aloha, OpenTable, etc.).
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy restaurant atmosphere.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a team of managers and hourly staff to deliver an exceptional guest experience.
• Uphold Benihana's world-class service and hospitality standards.
• Oversee all restaurant functions, including business strategy, marketing, and risk management.
• Maintain compliance with corporate policies, food safety standards, and health regulations.

Job description

Benihana - Alpharetta is seeking a General Manager to drive daily operations, lead a team of managers and hourly staff, uphold brand standards, guest satisfaction, and profitability in a high-energy environment.

You will oversee business strategy, marketing, and compliance with food safety and health regulations, recruit and coach talent, monitor sales and costs, and develop initiatives to increase guest traffic and sales.