Restaurant General Manager
Pensacola, FL
Full Time
Management
Mid Level
Position Summary
TEL Staffing is hiring for a Restaurant Manager om the Pensacola, FL areaThe Restaurant General Manager is responsible for leading all restaurant operations in a casual fine dining environment that balances polished service with a warm, approachable guest experience. The GM ensures high standards of food, service, and ambiance while driving financial performance and building a strong, hospitality-focused team culture.
Key Responsibilities
Guest Experience & Hospitality
- Deliver an exceptional and memorable guest experience that reflects casual fine dining standards
- Resolve guest concerns with professionalism, empathy, and urgency
- Ensure service style is knowledgeable, confident, and relaxed—not overly formal
Operations & Quality Standards
- Oversee daily front- and back-of-house operations
- Ensure food presentation, pacing, and service execution meet brand expectations
- Maintain cleanliness, organization, and an inviting dining atmosphere
- Ensure compliance with local health, safety, and alcohol service regulations
Leadership & Team Development
- Recruit, train, and mentor managers and team members with a hospitality-first mindset
- Build a culture of accountability, teamwork, and pride in service excellence
- Schedule effectively to balance guest demand, labor budgets, and team well-being
- Conduct performance evaluations and coach employees for growth and advancement
Financial & Business Management
- Manage P&L responsibilities, focusing on cost control and profit optimization
- Monitor food, beverage, labor, and operating costs while maintaining quality
- Oversee inventory management, ordering, and vendor relationships
Brand & Community Presence
- Uphold and model the restaurant’s brand, values, and service philosophy
- Represent the restaurant positively within the local community and with partners
Administrative Duties
- Oversee cash handling, banking, and financial reporting
- Ensure payroll, scheduling, ordering, and operational documentation are accurate
- Communicate effectively with ownership and leadership on performance and initiatives
Qualifications
- 3–5+ years of restaurant management experience; GM experience preferred
- Strong leadership skills with a hands-on, guest-facing management style
- Solid understanding of restaurant financials and operational controls
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
Physical & Work Requirements
- Ability to stand, walk, and work on the floor for extended periods
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs as needed
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, service-driven environment
Compensation & Benefits
- $60,000 - $65,000/yr. depending on experience
- Performance-based bonus structure
- Paid time off and dining benefits
Schedule:
40-50 hrs./ week salary
TEL Staffing complies with regulations enforced by the EEOC. TEL Staffing is a drug-free workplace.
This position is a Direct-Hire.
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