General Manager

Overview

Inspired by the colorful, aromatic markets spanning the Mediterranean and Middle East, Orla delivers an elevated, ever-evolving experience that awakens the senses and enlivens the imagination. With a focus on seafood, Orla brings creativity to life in unexpected ways, including fresh techniques to timeless classics and cross-pollinating regional flavors.

About Us: Regent Santa Monica Beach, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury and lifestyle portfolio, presents a new era of indulgence offering 167 opulent guest rooms and suites. Introduced at a generous 720 square feet, rooms feature spa-like and luxurious bathrooms complete with a soaking tub, walk-in rain shower, double vanity and Perricone MD products, alongside thoughtful mementos through distinct Regent hallmarks.

Poised along a coveted coastline overlooking the Pacific Ocean, the resort celebrates the allure of unexpected harmony through contrasts, delivering inspired stays with a seamless blend of timeless elegance and modern luxury. Regent Santa Monica Beach is home to four dining destinations, each offering unique epicurean discoveries. Orla and Orla Bar by James Beard Award-winning chef Michael Mina brings the peerless charm and boundless flavor of the Mediterranean to Southern California, while the poolside Azure Bar presents elevated poolside dining and creative cocktails.

Sweet July Café debuts in collaboration with Ayesha Curry with exclusive menu items and a curated selection of beloved coffee and tea beverages. The beachfront oasis also boasts a 10,000 square feet Guerlain Wellness spa, outdoor pool (Azure Pool), The Regent Boutique, and state-of-the-art Fitness Center. The opening of Regent Santa Monica Beach marks a historic return of the brand to Los Angeles and represents the Americas flagship.

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Job Summary: The Restaurant General Manager will oversee all restaurant and bar operations. The ideal candidate will contribute to the planning, organization, and training necessary to achieve the restaurant's objectives in sales, costs, colleague retention, communication and awareness, guest service and satisfaction, food quality, and compliance. The Restaurant General Manager will work with the culinary team to create exceptional dining experiences.

A little bit about your day: Reporting to the Director of Food and Beverage, every day is different, but you’ll mostly:

• Promote the Restaurant Group and Regent’s service philosophy and style through our people attributes.
• Provide exceptional service to guests, ensuring they feel welcome and valued.
• Execute all tasks with efficiency, professionalism, and teamwork.
• Align and oversee training programs for managers and staff.
• Develop, manage, and curate a high-end program consisting of training materials and syllabi for restaurant operations.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with company standards in all training and testing procedures.
• Lead training objectives and strategies, ensuring seamless integration into restaurant operations.
• Support management teams with financial reporting, labor management, inventory control, and cost efficiency.
• Ensure all management personnel are fully trained on operational systems.
• Coordinate recruitment plans, onboarding, and scheduling.
• Foster a culture of excellence, team building, and diversity in all restaurants.
• Participate in meetings, service support, and maintain service excellence at all times.

Requirements:

• Minimum three years of leadership experience in a restaurant management senior role, within a luxury hotel preferred.
• Proven experience in managing a large service staff in an upscale dining environment.
• Experience opening a restaurant is a plus.
• Accreditation in wine and mixology is a plus.
• Excellent analytical and financial acumen, capable of interpreting and presenting financial data.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Must have the ability to grip, grasp, and handle objects with ease.
• Must be able to stand and work on your feet for a minimum of 8 hours.
• Must be capable of lifting, moving, or carrying up to 50 pounds.
• Occasionally required to kneel, bend, crouch, and climb.
• Flexibility to work…