Upscale Restaurant Manager JN -102026-182497

Goodwin Recruiting; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Flexible scheduling

Employee discounts

Paid training

Supportive culture

Job summary

Goodwin Recruiting is seeking a passionate Restaurant General Manager in Oklahoma City to lead daily operations in a high-volume, full-service setting. You will focus on exceptional guest experiences, team development, and operational excellence.

Ideal candidates have 4+ years of GM experience, strong FOH/BOH knowledge, financial acumen, and excellent communication. Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus; salary ranges from $75,000 to $85,000.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of General Manager experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant.
• Strong knowledge of the Oklahoma City restaurant market (OKC).
• Strong understanding of FOH, BOH, and bar operations.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop management teams.
• Strong financial acumen, including labor, inventory, and cost controls.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily restaurant operations while maintaining exceptional service standards.
• Recruit, train, coach, and mentor managers and team members.
• Drive sales, profitability, and overall restaurant performance.
• Manage labor, scheduling, inventory, purchasing, and financial reporting.
• Create memorable guest experiences and build lasting customer relationships.
• Foster a positive, team-oriented culture focused on accountability and hospitality.
• Ensure operational consistency, food quality, cleanliness, and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Guest service

Financial acumen

Communication

Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus

Job description

We are looking for a passionate, energetic leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, develops great teams, and delivers exceptional guest experiences. If you are a hands‑on leader who values great culture and operational excellence,

Restaurant General Manager Benefits And Compensation

• Competitive salary


• Growth opportunities


• Health, dental, and vision insurance


• Paid time off and flexible scheduling


• Employee discounts and paid training


• Supportive, people‑first culture

Restaurant General Manager Requirements And Qualifications

• 4+ years of General Manager experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant


• Strong knowledge of the Oklahoma City (OKC) restaurant market


• Strong understanding of FOH, BOH, and bar operations


• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop management teams


• Strong financial acumen, including labor, inventory, and cost controls


• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills


• Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus, but not required

Restaurant General Manager Preferred Background And Skills

• Oversee daily restaurant operations while maintaining exceptional service standards


• Recruit, train, coach, and mentor managers and team members


• Drive sales, profitability, and overall restaurant performance


• Manage labor, scheduling, inventory, purchasing, and financial reporting


• Create memorable guest experiences and build lasting customer relationships


• Foster a positive, team‑oriented culture focused on accountability and hospitality


• Ensure operational consistency, food quality, cleanliness, and safety standards

$75,000 - $85,000,