Restaurant General Manager -Gianni's Villa Casuarina - Miami

Restaurant General Manager - Gianni's at the Villa Casuarina - Miami Beach (Miami Beach)

General Manager

Gianni’s at the Villa Casuarina – Miami Beach

Position Summary

The General Manager is responsible for the overall leadership, performance, and reputation of Gianni’s at the Villa Casuarina. This role oversees all restaurant operations (front- and back-of-house), ensuring an exceptional dining experience that reflects the prestige, history, and luxury standards of this iconic destination. The General Manager sets the tone for service excellence, financial discipline, team culture, and brand integrity.
Must be available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs require.

Key Responsibilities

Restaurant Operations & Guest Experience

• Lead day-to-day restaurant operations to ensure seamless, elevated service across all meal periods.
• Maintain and enhance fine-dining service standards, pacing, and floor execution.
• Engage with guests, VIPs, and repeat clientele to create memorable dining experiences.
• Address and resolve guest concerns promptly and professionally.

Leadership & Staffing

• Recruit, train, schedule, coach, and retain a high-performing management and service team.
• Foster a culture of professionalism, accountability, and hospitality excellence.
• Conduct performance evaluations, corrective actions, and ongoing development.

Financial & Business Performance

• Manage sales performance and control labor, food, beverage, and operating costs.
• Monitor daily reports, staffing levels, inventory, and cash handling procedures.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and reporting to ownership.

Food & Beverage Standards

• Partner with culinary and beverage leadership to ensure quality, consistency, and execution.
• Oversee inventory management, ordering, and vendor relationships.

Compliance & Safety

• Ensure compliance with health department regulations, food safety standards, and responsible alcohol service.
• Enforce restaurant policies, labor laws, and workplace safety standards.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of General Manager experience in upscale or fine-dining restaurants.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills.
• Proven financial and operational management experience.
• Excellent guest-service, communication, and problem-solving abilities.

Physical & Professional Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods in a fast-paced environment.
• Polished, professional appearance aligned with luxury dining standards.

This is a management position
This is a full time position

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Other Information

• Can you show proof of your legal right to work in the United States? Yes No
• Are you able to work evenings and weekends? Yes No
• Do you have prior experience in luxury/ fine dining? Yes No
• How did you hear about this position?
• Salary desired (annually)
• How many years of managerial experience do you have in a high end/ luxury restaurant?
• Please list any restaurants that you have successfully managed.
• Explain how you as a restaurant manager have built a client base.
• Explain how you as a restaurant manager have raised restaurant ratings.
• Were any restaurants you managed rated by Michelin or Forbes Five Star?
• If we contact you for a phone screen, when should we call? (pick as many slots as you wish) 8am to 11am 11am to 3pm 3pm to 6pm 6pm to 8pm Any of these times