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We’re seeking a hands-on, owner-minded General Manager who treats the business like it’s their own. This is a Bench GM role supporting multiple locations until placement into a permanent store, with strong long-term upside for the right leader.

Restaurant General Manager Mentality

Owner mindset: problems get solved
You show up early and make it happen
You take pride in financial results, team culture, and community presence
You’re looking for a long-term GM career, not a quick promotion

Restaurant General Manager Expectations:

Lead daily operations hands-on (open, close, peak periods)
Own food quality, recipe execution, cleanliness, and guest experience
Hire, train, coach, and retain high-performing teams
Execute catering orders accurately and on time
Drive sales through community involvement and local marketing
Manage P&L, labor, COGS, inventory, and cost controls
Serve as the point person for operational issues—anytime they arise

Restaurant General Manager Must Have:

Fast-casual leadership experience in a fresh, scratch or recipe-driven concept
Strong financial acumen (labor, COGS, margins, action planning)
High accountability, consistency, and follow-through
Comfortable being a successful GM for several years
ServSafe certified (or willing to obtain)
Reliable transportation and flexibility in schedule

Comp & Growth

Bench role supports multiple locations initially
Bonus structure begins once placed into a permanent store
Operating Partners earn bonus
Significant long-term growth potential within the organization

JOB ID: 170252

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Jeffrey Tryzbiak

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At Goodwin Recruiting, our clients seek qualified candidates, and that is what we deliver. A person’s age, gender, race, color, marital or family status, national origin, disability, religion, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity has no bearing on whether they are able to do the job. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We work hard to identify a broad slate of candidates for each of our clients, with many hiring success stories to share.

Kalyn joined Goodwin Recruiting with over a decade of experience in operations, leadership, and hospitality management. She’s known for her values-driven approach, strong team-building skills, and commitment to excellence. Kalyn’s experience across industries - ranging from medical and construction to hospitality and finance - has made her highly effective in full-cycle recruiting.