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Restaurant General Manager Fine Dining-Wine Centric

Gecko Hospitality NC
Raleigh, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 2/25/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/22/2025

Job Description

Job Description

Are you ready to lead the launch of a brand-new dining destination in Raleigh? We’re looking for a driven, forward-thinking General Manager to shape our vision and create an unforgettable guest experience from day one. As the fearless leader of our opening team, you’ll play a pivotal role in crafting our restaurant’s culture, growing an all-star staff, and setting new standards in hospitality. If you’re passionate about food, driven by success, and eager to build something from the ground up—this is your moment!

Responsibilities

  • Hospitality Champion

Embody and promote our Gracious Hospitality philosophy, inspiring both front-of-house and back-of-house teams to deliver warm, welcoming experiences.

  • Exceed all expectations of cleanliness and sanitation, championing a safe and enjoyable environment for guests and team members alike.
  • Team Leadership
  • Recruit, hire, and train top-tier talent who share our passion for extraordinary service.

  • Lead by example, motivating your team to bring their best each day.
  • Conduct performance evaluations that promote growth, celebrate achievements, and maintain accountability.
  • Handle disciplinary actions and terminations with empathy and fairness, adhering to company policies.
  • Daily Operations & Planning
  • Manage all aspects of restaurant operations, ensuring smooth service from open to close.

  • Collaborate with back-of-house leadership to maintain quality, timeliness, and consistency in every dish served.
  • Strategically plan daily and weekly labor needs to meet service demands while controlling costs.
  • Review performance metrics, financial data, and activity reports to fine-tune strategies and maximize results.
  • Financial & Promotional Oversight
  • Assist in preparing and maintaining the restaurant’s budget, meeting monthly financial goals, and making real-time adjustments to stay on target.

  • Partner with the sales and events team to plan exciting promotions, launches, and community events that drive traffic and brand visibility.
  • Standards & Policies
  • Develop, update, and uphold restaurant standards and policies that reflect our commitment to excellence and innovation.

  • Ensure compliance with health, safety, and business regulations.
  • Manage additional tasks as needed to keep the restaurant thriving.
  • Required Skills & Abilities

  • Leadership & Supervisory Expertise : Proven ability to guide, inspire, and mentor a team toward outstanding performance.
  • Hospitality & Management Knowledge : A deep understanding of restaurant operations, guest satisfaction, and industry trends.
  • Analytical Mindset : Able to interpret financial data to set and achieve ambitious sales goals.
  • Organizational Savvy : Exceptional attention to detail and multitasking skills to keep every aspect of the restaurant running smoothly.
  • Communication Pro : Strong written and verbal communication skills for clear direction and collaboration.
  • Tech-Friendly : Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
  • Job Requirements

  • Education & Experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in hospitality management or business management preferred.

  • ServSafe certification or equivalent food safety training.
  • Minimum of five years of restaurant management experience.
  • Physical Demands
  • Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (your passion will keep you moving!).

  • Comfortable navigating a bustling dining room and kitchen environment.
  • Capable of lifting up to 15 pounds when necessary.
  • Be the driving force behind Raleigh’s hottest new restaurant in 2025.

    APPLY TO : KIM@GECKOHOSPITALITY.COM

    Company Description

    La traducción en español se encuentra al final de esta publicación.

    Gecko Hospitality, named to Forbes list of America’s Best Recruiting Firms, offers the largest selection of restaurants, catering, grocery store, corporate dining, senior living, healthcare foodservice, K-12 foodservice, and higher education foodservice positions. Our hospitality-exclusive team covers all 50 states and Canada and offers professional placement services with over 120 dedicated hospitality experts.

    With Gecko's extensive list of hospitality recruiter services, we get you and your resume in front of the hospitality industry's leading decision-makers! Better yet, Gecko has exceptional national, regional, and local relationships and is well respected in the hospitality industry for enhancing hospitality careers.

    Our national network consists of 80 regional offices driven to meet the needs of the hospitality industry. From fast food to fine dining and grocery stores to senior living, Gecko recruits chef and management positions for all facets of the hospitality industry. Gecko boasts generations of hospitality recruiting experience, consisting of over 1,900 collective years, that furthers the careers of those seeking professional management positions. Contact us today and we will get you in touch with one of our experts to discuss your opportunities.

    Gecko Hospitality, incluida en la lista Forbes de las mejores empresas de contratación de Estados Unidos, ofrece la mayor selección de puestos de restaurantes, catering, supermercados, cenas corporativas, residencias para personas mayores, servicios de alimentación para atención sanitaria, servicios de alimentación K-12 y puestos de servicios de alimentación para educación superior. Nuestro equipo exclusivo de hotelería cubre los 50 estados y Canadá y ofrece servicios de colocación profesional con más de 120 expertos en hotelería dedicados.

    Con la extensa lista de servicios de reclutamiento hotelero de Gecko, lo ponemos a usted y a su currículum frente a los principales tomadores de decisiones de la industria hotelera! Mejor aún, Gecko tiene relaciones nacionales, regionales y locales excepcionales y es muy respetado en la industria hotelera por mejorar las carreras en el sector hotelero.

    Nuestra red nacional consta de 80 oficinas regionales impulsadas a satisfacer las necesidades de la industria hotelera. Desde comida rápida hasta restaurantes elegantes y tiendas de comestibles hasta residencias para personas mayores, Gecko contrata puestos de chef y gerencial para todas las facetas de la industria hotelera. Gecko cuenta con generaciones de experiencia en contratación hotelera, que consta de más de 1900 años colectivos, que impulsan las carreras de quienes buscan puestos directivos profesionales. Contáctenos hoy y lo pondremos en contacto con uno de nuestros expertos para analizar sus oportunidades.

    Company Description

    La traducción en español se encuentra al final de esta publicación. Gecko Hospitality, named to Forbes list of America’s Best Recruiting Firms, offers the largest selection of restaurants, catering, grocery store, corporate dining, senior living, healthcare foodservice, K-12 foodservice, and higher education foodservice positions. Our hospitality-exclusive team covers all 50 states and Canada and offers professional placement services with over 120 dedicated hospitality experts. With Gecko's extensive list of hospitality recruiter services, we get you and your resume in front of the hospitality industry's leading decision-makers! Better yet, Gecko has exceptional national, regional, and local relationships and is well respected in the hospitality industry for enhancing hospitality careers. Our national network consists of 80 regional offices driven to meet the needs of the hospitality industry. From fast food to fine dining and grocery stores to senior living, Gecko recruits chef and management positions for all facets of the hospitality industry. Gecko boasts generations of hospitality recruiting experience, consisting of over 1,900 collective years, that furthers the careers of those seeking professional management positions. Contact us today and we will get you in touch with one of our experts to discuss your opportunities. Gecko Hospitality, incluida en la lista Forbes de las mejores empresas de contratación de Estados Unidos, ofrece la mayor selección de puestos de restaurantes, catering, supermercados, cenas corporativas, residencias para personas mayores, servicios de alimentación para atención sanitaria, servicios de alimentación K-12 y puestos de servicios de alimentación para educación superior. Nuestro equipo exclusivo de hotelería cubre los 50 estados y Canadá y ofrece servicios de colocación profesional con más de 120 expertos en hotelería dedicados. ¡Con la extensa lista de servicios de reclutamiento hotelero de Gecko, lo ponemos a usted y a su currículum frente a los principales tomadores de decisiones de la industria hotelera! Mejor aún, Gecko tiene relaciones nacionales, regionales y locales excepcionales y es muy respetado en la industria hotelera por mejorar las carreras en el sector hotelero. Nuestra red nacional consta de 80 oficinas regionales impulsadas a satisfacer las necesidades de la industria hotelera. Desde comida rápida hasta restaurantes elegantes y tiendas de comestibles hasta residencias para personas mayores, Gecko contrata puestos de chef y gerencial para todas las facetas de la industria hotelera. Gecko cuenta con generaciones de experiencia en contratación hotelera, que consta de más de 1900 años colectivos, que impulsan las carreras de quienes buscan puestos directivos profesionales. Contáctenos hoy y lo pondremos en contacto con uno de nuestros expertos para analizar sus oportunidades. ​

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