Restaurant General Manager

Recruiting Partner: Laurett Jankowski

Durango, Colorado | Food & Beverage & Lodging | Not Remote | $60,000 to $65,000 | Job ID: 160021

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Join a mission-driven, growing restaurant group that’s making the world a better place—one burger at a time. Centered around 100% USA grass-fed beef, this brand is committed to clean food, responsible sourcing, and positive impact. We’re seeking an engaging, experienced General Manager who leads with heart and hustle, and is ready to grow with a people-first, purpose-led team.

General Manager – Benefits and Compensation:

• Competitive base salary with monthly bonus potential (up to $400/month after training)

• IRA with employer match

• Health insurance reimbursement

• Paid time off

• Flexible schedule

• Employee discounts

• Clear path for advancement in a growing company

General Manager – Requirements & Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years of restaurant management experience in a fast-casual or full-service environment; at least 1 year

as a General Manager with P&L responsibility

• Proven ability to lead, train, and hold teams accountable to high standards in food quality and hospitality

• Experience overseeing daily operations, including scheduling, inventory, labor management, and guest satisfaction

• Strong understanding of team development—able to coach and motivate with a people-first mindset

• Food Safety Certification and Alcohol Service Certification required

General Manager – Preferred Background & Skills:

• College education preferred, but not required

• Passion for mission-focused food concepts and creating impact through hospitality

• Comfortable serving as a local brand ambassador and driving community engagement

• Hands-on, team-oriented leadership style with strong communication and operational planning skills

At Goodwin Recruiting, we are committed to our core values and providing world class customer service. We are committed to helping our clients navigate and comply with the complex and ever-changing labor laws as well as help ensure that in every hiring decision, internally and with our client partners, that all viable candidates are considered, and the most qualified candidate is offered the role. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.

 

JOB ID: 160021

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At Goodwin Recruiting we are committed to our core values. We take our value, Dedicated to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, very seriously and will never discriminate against a candidate or client based on any protected classes. Our clients seek qualified candidates, and that is what we deliver. A person’s age, gender, race, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or arrest or conviction record has no bearing on whether he, she, or 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 value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.

Laurett Jankowski

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At Goodwin Recruiting we are committed to our core values. We take our value, Dedicated to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, very seriously and will never discriminate against a candidate or client based on any protected classes. Our clients seek qualified candidates, and that is what we deliver. A person’s age, gender, race, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or arrest or conviction record has no bearing on whether he, she, or 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 value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.

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