Overview
General Manager – Restaurant Jobs in Pleasant Prairie, WI at El Camino Kitchen
Job Summary
We are seeking an energetic and dynamic General Manager – Restaurant to lead our vibrant dining establishment. In this pivotal role, you will oversee all aspects of restaurant operations, ensuring exceptional customer experiences, efficient management of staff, and adherence to quality standards. Your leadership will drive the restaurant’s success by fostering a positive team environment, maintaining high food safety and service standards, and implementing innovative strategies to enhance profitability. This position offers a unique opportunity for a passionate hospitality professional to make a significant impact in a fast-paced, customer-focused setting.
Duties
- Lead daily restaurant operations, including food preparation, service delivery, and staff management to ensure smooth functioning and high-quality customer experiences
- Oversee inventory control, ordering supplies, and managing food costs using POS systems such as Aloha POS and Micros POS to optimize profitability
- Supervise kitchen and front-of-house teams, providing training, coaching, and development to enhance skills in food handling, cooking, and customer service
- Manage shift schedules, monitor performance, and ensure compliance with food safety regulations and health standards
- Handle cash management duties including cash handling procedures, reconciliation, and reporting
- Implement staff training programs focused on food safety, hospitality standards, and operational procedures to foster a professional team environment
- Coordinate with culinary staff on food production, catering events, banquet services, and special promotions to maximize revenue opportunities
Requirements
- Proven management experience in quick service & fast food restaurants or casual dining establishments with a strong background in restaurant management and food service operations
- Extensive knowledge of food preparation techniques, cooking methods, and kitchen management practices
- Familiarity with POS systems such as Aloha POS and Micros POS for sales processing and inventory tracking
- Demonstrated supervising experience in hospitality or food industry settings with a focus on team management and staff development
- Strong understanding of food safety standards, health regulations, and proper food handling procedures
- Excellent leadership skills with the ability to motivate teams and foster a positive work environment
- Experience with budgeting, cost control, and financial analysis within a restaurant context
- Exceptional customer service skills with the ability to handle guest concerns professionally and efficiently
- Previous experience in hotel or catering environments is advantageous; barista or coffee experience is a plus
- Ability to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail
Join us as our General Manager – Restaurant to lead an energetic team dedicated to delivering outstanding dining experiences. We value passionate leaders who thrive in fast-paced environments and are eager to innovate within the food industry. Your expertise will help shape our restaurant’s success while creating memorable moments for every guest.
Pay: $72,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Title: General Manager – Restaurant
Company: El Camino Kitchen
Location: Pleasant Prairie, WI
