Restaurant General Manager

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Market Santa Maria Valley, CA

Job Description

An outstanding opportunity to lead a regional food and beverage program, we are seeking an experienced and talented Restaurant General Manager candidate to operate this historic landmark located in the beautiful Santa Maria Valley of California. Nestled between Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo, this well established dining spot was named one of the West’s best barbecue restaurants, renowned for its Santa Maria Style cuisine…a regional fare rooted in native ingredients and methods that were first popularized by 19th century rancheros.

The menu is inspired by the local flavors of the Santa Maria Valley, where famous barbecue, fresh produce and world-class wines are woven into the fabric of the community. It was also awarded Open Table’s Diners Choice Award for 2015.

This position offers stability, permanence and opportunities that are rare among independent restaurants!

Topmost responsibilities of this position include motivating and coaching a talented staff to deliver an outstanding experience to our guests while upholding top-notch standards in food and beverage quality. Responsibilities also include other management tasks to ensure profitability and sound operations, such as quality staffing, inventory control and maintaining a clean, safe environment. The ideal candidate has high-volume, upscale casual restaurant experience, a deep knowledge and appreciation of wine (especially local) and is eager to set a high standard for others to emulate.

Come work for a 4 th generation-run company who knows team members are what make them successful, where the team member’s well-being is at the top of the priorities, where you’re valued as an important member of the family.

Requirements Ideal candidate must have the following:

• 2 years + full service restaurant General Management experience
• Bachelor’s degree preferred / or comparable experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Outstanding floor presence, ability to give a face/personality to the establishment
• Exemplary marketing savvy/skills focused on an appreciation for the restaurant’s history
• Experience in a standards-oriented establishment
• Passion for developing and mentoring a team
• Proficiency with scheduling, payroll, accounting, progressive discipline, ordering and receiving
• Strong honesty, integrity and guest-oriented philosophy

Salary Range and Benefits

• Starting salary range is $65k to $80k depending upon experience
• Generous (and obtainable!) Bonus Program