THE OPTIMIST GENERAL MANAGER – UP TO $120K/yr. + BONUS (Germantown)

Rocket Farm Restaurants; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive culture

Raises and promotions

Paid time off

Retention bonuses

Holiday time off

Staff discounts

Leadership university

Mentorship programs

Job summary

The Optimist Nashville, part of Rocket Farm Restaurants, seeks a General Manager to captain our ship. You will lead all restaurant operations, manage reservations, seating, and menu changes while hiring, training and developing staff to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

This role requires a minimum of 10 years in restaurant operations, with at least five in senior management; DOE salary range is $85,000 to $120,000 per year plus a generous quarterly bonus, and a comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• 10+ years in restaurant operations, 5+ years in senior management
• Strong leadership and staff development skills
• Proven ability to drive guest satisfaction and business results

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily restaurant operations and staffing, ensuring quality and efficiency
• Lead, coach, and develop front- and back-of-house teams
• Monitor reservations, seating, and menu changes while upholding brand standards

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

Job description

At Rocket Farm Restaurants, the core philosophy that defines our culture is âWe serve the person who is serving the guest.â Our culture is not something we act out on the floor of the restaurant. It starts with how we treat and serve one another in the kitchen â with dignity, respect, and care. We believe there should be no difference in how we treat and serve one another in the kitchen and how we treat and serve our guests in the dining room. We hope you agree and will consider joining us!

The Optimist brings a menu of casual, wood-fired fare to Nashvilleâs Germantown neighborhood, transporting landlocked Tennesseans coast side to experience fresh, sustainably sourced seafood.

The Optimist is seeking an accomplished General Manager to captain our ship!

The General Manager leads all aspects of restaurant operations by leading the team in an open, positive and approachable manner. He/she monitors the restaurant in its entirety, controls reservations and seating and oversees menu changes in addition to hiring, training and developing all staff. He/she monitors the service and performance of the team and is able to anticipate guestsâ needs to proactively and effectively to ensure guestsâ total satisfaction. The General Manager leads daily meetings while fostering an educational and positive work environment. 10-years of progressive restaurant experience preferred, five of which are in senior management.

Competitive salary: $85,000 $120,000/yr. DOE + generous quarterly bonus program

Full benefit eligibility after 30-days of employment:

• A supportive culture and ethical work environment
• Dynamic performance-based raises and promotions
• Paid Time Off, Childbirth Recovery Leave and Parental Leave to support a healthy work-life balance
• Significant Long-term Retention bonuses
• Time off on most major holidays, including Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
• 50% discount at all Rocket Farm Restaurants - Atlanta, Charlotte, Nashville, Houston, Raleigh, and Winter Park
• Rocket Farm University: specialized leadership classes and personalized support for career advancement
• Employee-led Mentorship programs, Advisory Council and Safety Committee

Equal Opportunity Employer
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Skills

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