Job Description

Earn $75,000-$85,000 annually plus performance bonus opportunities while leading an established casual restaurant and bar in Philadelphia.

This hands-on Restaurant General Manager role oversees daily restaurant operations, team development, guest experience, financial performance, and operational execution while leading a team of more than 20 employees.

You'll join an established hospitality organization known for operating successful independent restaurants that emphasize professional development, collaboration, and long-term career growth. If you enjoy leading from the floor, developing people, and building a strong restaurant culture, we'd like to speak with you.

Location

Philadelphia, PA

Compensation

• Base salary of $75,000-$85,000 annually
• Performance bonus
• Expected total annual compensation of approximately $80,000-$90,000, depending on performance
• Full-time salaried position

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Paid sick leave
• Performance bonus
• Flexible scheduling
• Company dining perks
• Employee discounts
• Employee referral program

Schedule

• Full-time
• Approximately 45-55 hours per week
• Schedule varies based on business needs
• Nights, weekends, and holidays as required

Why This Role Stands Out

• Increased guaranteed base salary
• Performance bonus opportunity
• Established independent restaurant with strong operational support
• Lead a team of more than 20 employees
• High level of operational autonomy
• Long-term career growth potential
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on culture, service, and financial performance

About the Role

This is a highly visible leadership position responsible for the overall success of the restaurant. You'll be actively involved in daily operations while developing managers and hourly team members, maintaining service standards, driving financial performance, and creating an outstanding guest experience.

We are looking for someone who can:

• Lead from the floor during service
• Build accountability and positive team culture
• Coach and develop managers and hourly staff
• Balance hospitality with strong operational execution
• Drive sales while managing labor and controllable costs
• Maintain consistently high service and food quality standards

About the Restaurant

This established independent restaurant is known for its commitment to hospitality, quality, and operational excellence. The leadership team values collaboration, professionalism, and long-term employee development while providing managers with the support and resources needed to succeed.

Responsibilities

• Lead all daily restaurant operations
• Hire, train, coach, and develop restaurant managers and hourly employees
• Maintain exceptional guest service standards
• Manage labor, scheduling, and payroll performance
• Oversee food quality, beverage quality, and operational consistency
• Monitor financial performance and controllable expenses
• Manage inventory and purchasing
• Ensure health department and safety compliance
• Maintain company policies and operational procedures
• Build a positive, accountable, and high-performing culture
• Resolve guest concerns professionally
• Partner with ownership to achieve operational and financial goals

Qualifications

• Previous Restaurant General Manager experience
• Strong leadership and coaching abilities
• Experience managing high-volume restaurant operations
• Solid understanding of labor management, food cost, and financial controls
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Passion for hospitality and guest service
• Ability to lead from the floor in a fast-paced environment
• Stable restaurant employment history preferred

How to Apply

Please submit your resume with full contact information and two professional references from previous supervisors. Supervisor email addresses are required. Qualified candidates will be contacted directly.