Restaurant General Manager
2 days ago
Westfield
Job Description Job Title: Restaurant General Manager Location: Westfield, NJ Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Restaurant General Manager with a background in privately-owned establishments to oversee all aspects of restaurant operations. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who can manage staff, drive profitability, and ensure an exceptional dining experience in a high-volume, fine dining environment. Key Responsibilities: * Lead, mentor, and manage all front- and back-of-house staff, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability * Oversee daily restaurant operations, including scheduling, inventory management, food quality control, and compliance with health and safety standards * Develop and manage budgets, monitor financial performance, and implement strategies to maximize profitability * Maintain exceptional guest experiences by enforcing service standards and resolving customer issues promptly * Collaborate with ownership on menu development, marketing initiatives, and operational strategies * Ensure the restaurant operates efficiently, safely, and in alignment with the vision of private ownership Qualifications: * Proven experience as a General Manager in a privately-owned restaurant, preferably fine dining * Strong leadership, communication, and team-building skills * Solid understanding of budgeting, inventory management, and operational best practices * Ability to manage high-volume operations while maintaining quality and service standards * Passion for hospitality, guest experience, and culinary excellence Benefits: * Competitive salary and performance-based incentives * Opportunity to work in a privately-owned, high-end dining environment * Paid time off and professional growth opportunities Company DescriptionGecko Hospitality, named to Forbes 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023 & 2024 list of America’s Best Recruiting Firms, offers the largest selection of hospitality, restaurant, hotel, resort and club management positions. Our hospitality-exclusive team covers all 50 states and Canada and offers professional placement services with over 120 dedicated hospitality experts. With Gecko's extensive list of hospitality recruiter services, we get you and your resume in front of the hospitality industry's leading decision makers! Better yet, Gecko has exceptional national, regional, and local relationships and is well respected in the hospitality industry for enhancing hospitality careers. Our national network consists of 80 regional offices driven to meet the needs of the hospitality industry. From Las Vegas casinos to the finest New York hotels, Gecko recruits management positions for all facets of the hospitality industry. Gecko boasts generations of hospitality recruiting experience, consisting of over 1,900 collective years, that furthers the careers of those seeking professional management positions. Contact us today and we will get you in touch with one of our experts to discuss your opportunities.Gecko Hospitality, named to Forbes 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023 & 2024 list of America’s Best Recruiting Firms, offers the largest selection of hospitality, restaurant, hotel, resort and club management positions. Our hospitality-exclusive team covers all 50 states and Canada and offers professional placement services with over 120 dedicated hospitality experts.\r\n\r\nWith Gecko's extensive list of hospitality recruiter services, we get you and your resume in front of the hospitality industry's leading decision makers! Better yet, Gecko has exceptional national, regional, and local relationships and is well respected in the hospitality industry for enhancing hospitality careers.\r\n\r\nOur national network consists of 80 regional offices driven to meet the needs of the hospitality industry. From Las Vegas casinos to the finest New York hotels, Gecko recruits management positions for all facets of the hospitality industry. Gecko boasts generations of hospitality recruiting experience, consisting of over 1,900 collective years, that furthers the careers of those seeking professional management positions. Contact us today and we will get you in touch with one of our experts to discuss your opportunities.