General Manager

Recruiting Partner: Darren O'Dwyer

Brookfield, Connecticut | Food & Beverage & Lodging | Not Remote | $65,000 to $75,000 | Job ID: 160688

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We’re seeking a high-energy, results-driven Restaurant General Manager to lead our team and deliver an exceptional guest experience. This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll inspire your crew, ensure top-tier service, and drive operational success. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about developing people and performance, we want to hear from you.

What We Offer the General Manager:

  • Competitive base salary with quarterly bonus program
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and sick leave
  • Leadership training and development programs
  • Clear path for career advancement within our growing organization

General Manager Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead, train, and develop a high-performing team while upholding brand standards
  • Manage scheduling, staffing, and team development to build future leaders
  • Ensure operational excellence, safety, and cleanliness with a focus on quality and guest satisfaction
  • Drive financial performance—monitor costs, manage budgets, and control expenses
  • Oversee shift operations, engaging with guests and creating memorable experiences
  • Maintain accountability for cash handling, inventory, and administrative duties
  • Foster a positive and respectful culture where every team member can thrive
  • Identify opportunities to grow sales and continuously improve the business

General Manager Qualifications:

  • Previous restaurant management experience with P&L responsibility required
  • Back-of-house (BOH) knowledge is a plus
  • Strong leadership and team-building skills
  • Excellent communication skills (English required; Spanish a plus)
  • Familiar with restaurant performance metrics and food safety standards
  • Proven accountability, reliability, and problem-solving abilities
  • Willingness to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Ability to stand for extended periods and lift to 50 lbs
  • Commitment to upholding a safe and respectful working environment

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: 160688

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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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