Restaurant GM - Lead an Upscale Italian Dining Destination!
11 days ago
Athens
Job Description Restaurant General Manager – Lead with Passion! Location: Athens, GA Covers: 200–300 guests per service Hospitality Starts Here We’re redefining hospitality, and we’re looking for a Restaurant General Manager who doesn’t just manage—they lead, mentor, and inspire. This is your chance to create extraordinary dining experiences, build a thriving team, and make a real impact in a vibrant community. Why This Restaurant… Nestled in a boutique hotel, this upscale Italian destination serves modern, regionally inspired Italian cuisine, alongside creative cocktails and remarkable wines. With beautiful design, innovative dishes, and warm hospitality, every guest experience is meant to be welcoming, memorable, and enriching. Who We’re Looking For: You are a passionate leader with a proven track record in high-volume, upscale dining environments, ideally with Italian cuisine experience. You thrive on building teams, delivering excellence, and engaging with your community. The ideal candidate: * 5+ years of experience leading high-volume restaurants (200–300 covers), Italian focus preferred. * Passionate about food and beverage, with a commitment to sourcing the best local ingredients. * Excels at team development, fostering a positive, high-performing culture. * Strong communicator and problem-solver, capable of navigating challenges and driving results. * Eager to engage with local vendors, farms, and the Athens community. * Looking for a change of pace and an opportunity to make a real impact. What You’ll Do: * Lead with passion, inspiring your team to deliver exceptional guest experiences. * Nurture staff development and create a positive, high-performing culture. * Engage with local vendors and farms to source the highest quality ingredients. * Oversee all aspects of restaurant operations, ensuring smooth and efficient service. What We Offer: * Competitive compensation: Base pay + quarterly performance bonuses. * Relocation assistance to make your move smooth. * Comprehensive health insurance: medical, dental, and vision. * 401K with company match plus Roth options. * Zero-interest home loan program to help you achieve homeownership. * Employee discounts across multiple restaurant concepts and boutique hotels. * Generous PTO, including 4 weeks for maternity/paternity leave. * A chance to be part of a growing, vibrant community and make a lasting impact. Requirements for Success: * 5+ years of successful restaurant management experience. * Positive, friendly, enthusiastic mindset with an excellent record of leadership. * Strong communication skills across all levels of staff and guests. * Quick, accurate problem-solving under pressure. * Availability to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays (~55–60 hours/week). * Physical stamina: ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, and lift occasionally. If you’re ready to lead a high-volume, upscale Italian restaurant, inspire your team, and create unforgettable experiences, we want to hear from you! Company DescriptionRestaurantZone is one of the fastest-growing national recruiting agencies in the hospitality/restaurant space. We are a research-based retained recruitment agency & hybrid tech company that focuses on key roles for restaurants and hospitality. RestaurantZone has been featured in National Restaurant News and Total Foods Service Magazine and has worked with reputable brands like Red Lobster, Vapiano's, Chick-fil-a, Sbarro’s, McDonald's, Domino's, Cracker Barrel, Google, and Facebook. We are the cutting edge of recruiting with tech-savvy recruiters with over 100+ collective years of experience working on the team. We have hundreds of jobs to fill and grow! Our recruiters work the entire country and focus on all major locations including Los Angeles, San Diego, New York City, Chicago, Miami, Atlanta, Washington DC, Houston, Las Vegas, Denver, Hawaii, and more!RestaurantZone is one of the fastest-growing national recruiting agencies in the hospitality/restaurant space. We are a research-based retained recruitment agency & hybrid tech company that focuses on key roles for restaurants and hospitality. RestaurantZone has been featured in National Restaurant News and Total Foods Service Magazine and has worked with reputable brands like Red Lobster, Vapiano's, Chick-fil-a, Sbarro’s, McDonald's, Domino's, Cracker Barrel, Google, and Facebook. We are the cutting edge of recruiting with tech-savvy recruiters with over 100+ collective years of experience working on the team. We have hundreds of jobs to fill and grow! Our recruiters work the entire country and focus on all major locations including Los Angeles, San Diego, New York City, Chicago, Miami, Atlanta, Washington DC, Houston, Las Vegas, Denver, Hawaii, and more!