General Manager – Growing Fast-Casual Restaurant Concept

Recruiting Partner: Emily Lauro

Montvale, New Jersey | Hospitality Operations | Not Remote | $80,000 to $90,000 | Job ID: 183387

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General Manager

Join a growing, high-energy restaurant organization passionate about fresh, quality food, exceptional hospitality, and developing great people. This role offers a hands-on leadership opportunity to build strong teams and drive outstanding operational and financial results within an expanding fast-casual restaurant group that values internal development and a positive workplace culture.

General Manager Benefits & Compensation

  • Base salary of $80,000–$90,000 depending on experience
  • Quarterly performance-based bonuses
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Commuter benefits
  • Employee discounts and complimentary meals
  • Career advancement and leadership development opportunities
  • Supportive, team-oriented company culture

General Manager Requirements & Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years of progressive restaurant management experience, preferably in fast-casual, quick-service, or high-volume concepts
  • Proven ability to lead restaurant teams and develop managers or shift leaders
  • Strong financial skills including P&L management, labor optimization, budgeting, and cost controls
  • Demonstrated success in driving sales, improving operations, and maintaining guest satisfaction
  • Hands-on leadership style with a focus on coaching and accountability
  • Solid knowledge of restaurant operations, food safety, inventory management, and scheduling
  • Proficient with POS systems, scheduling platforms, payroll tools, and standard business software
  • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
  • Physical ability to meet restaurant demands, including standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds

General Manager Day-to-Day Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily restaurant operations to ensure excellent guest service, food quality, and cleanliness
  • Drive profitability through sales growth, labor management, inventory control, and expense oversight
  • Recruit, hire, train, and mentor restaurant managers, shift leaders, and hourly staff
  • Foster a positive and accountable workplace culture focused on employee engagement and retention
  • Develop weekly schedules aligned with business demands and labor budgets
  • Monitor guest feedback and manage service recovery to enhance the customer experience
  • Oversee purchasing, inventory, vendor relationships, payroll accuracy, and administrative reporting
  • Analyze financial reports and key performance indicators to identify improvement opportunities
  • Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, workplace safety, and labor regulations
  • Support local marketing, promotions, and community engagement efforts
  • Collaborate with area leadership and Human Resources on operational priorities and business objectives

This is a rewarding opportunity for a passionate restaurant leader to make a measurable impact, build a strong team, and grow their career with a company dedicated to promoting from within. If you believe great hospitality starts with great people, this role is for you.

 

JOB ID: 183387

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