DeVita & Hancock Hospitality

General Manager

DeVita & Hancock Hospitality  •  Boston, MA (Onsite)  •  1 day ago
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Job Description

– General Manager

The General Manager is responsible for the overall success of the restaurant by leading the

team, delivering exceptional hospitality, maintaining operational excellence, and achieving

financial goals. The General Manager creates a positive work culture, develops future leaders,

and ensures every guest experiences our brands standard.

The ideal candidate is a passionate hospitality professional with an entrepreneurial mindset who

thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys developing people.

Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Development

Lead, motivate, coach, and develop both Front and Back of House teams.

Build a positive, respectful, and accountable culture.

Train and mentor managers and future leaders.

Promote our brands core values through daily leadership.

Operations

Maintain operational control over every department.

Coordinate communication between Front and Back of House.

Ensure effective planning for busy periods, with particular attention to the Expo station.

Monitor every aspect of restaurant operations and anticipate operational challenges

before they occur.

Guest Experience

Ensure exceptional hospitality for every guest.

Walk the dining room regularly, greeting guests and building relationships with regular

customers.

Handle guest concerns promptly and professionally.

Maintain high standards of food quality, cleanliness, service, and atmosphere.

Shift Management

Ensure every shift begins with a comprehensive manager briefing.

Review department checklists and operational readiness.

Verify staffing levels, inventory, and restaurant presentation.

Oversee shift transitions, documenting important events and communicating priorities to

the next shift.

Financial Accountability

Manage cash handling procedures and daily deposits.

Verify register balances and investigate discrepancies.

Monitor labor, food costs, and operational expenses.

Drive sales through coaching, upselling, and guest engagement.

Restaurant Standards

Ensure the restaurant remains clean, organized, and fully operational at all times.

Maintain all dining areas, kitchen, bar, restrooms, storage areas, and equipment.

Ensure proper lighting, music, and overall guest ambiance.

Team Performance

Hold the team accountable for performance expectations.

Monitor employee development and training progress.

Encourage continuous improvement through coaching and feedback.

Set daily goals and motivate the team to achieve them.

Qualifications

Required

Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Strong leadership and communication skills.

Passion for hospitality and developing people.

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills.

Characteristics

Positive attitude and professional demeanor.

Entrepreneurial mindset.

Strong initiative and accountability.

Ability to motivate diverse teams.

DeVita & Hancock Hospitality

About DeVita & Hancock Hospitality

We do the heavy lifting, provide one point of contact to your organization and send you quality candidates tailored to your exact needs. DeVita & Hancock Hospitality have an unmatched track record for going above and beyond to find superior candidates for the biggest brands in the industry. Your success is our success and we back that up with a “No Questions Asked” replacement guarantee. Front of House. Back of House. Bar Management. Multi-Unit, Area or District Management. General Managers. Sommelier. Sous Chef. Kitchen Manager. Executive Chef. Chef de Cuisine. Marketing. Accounting. Human Resources. C-Level.

Industry
Food & Beverage
Company Size
1-10 employees
Headquarters
Dover, Delaware
Year Founded
2018
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