General Manager

Who We’re Looking For: We’re seeking a dynamic leader with multi-unit or fine dining management experience, a sharp business mind, and a true passion for hospitality. The General Manager will inspire and develop the team, drive financial performance, and ensure every guest enjoys a memorable dining experience.

General Manager's Responsibilities:  

• Overseeing the education of the staff on the points of service, including an overall beverage appreciation and training to boost our staff's product knowledge, steps of service, table-side presence, and overall mise en place
• Managing the floor, including touching tables, running food, overseeing staff, and monitoring the door
• Opening and closing the restaurant, including preparing and reconciling closing banks, conducting pre-shifts with your team, writing daily recaps, and doing the final restaurant walk-through
• Managing all employees, including assisting in training, coaching, supporting, and disciplining
• Participating in management meetings 
• Managing R&M for the restaurant through approved contractors as needed 
• Controlling COGS, labor, and comps to budgets 
• Assisting in the execution of monthly inventory 
• Writing schedule for Front of House staff while taking into account team members’ strengths and weaknesses, last year’s business levels, special events, and budgeted labor 

 

Qualifications: 

• At least 3 years of recent GM experience in a fast-paced, high-volume setting 
• Wine knowledge 
• Experience with Aloha and Opentable or similar POS programs 
• Experienced in Microsoft Office programs 
• Willing to work extended hours and late nights  
• Knowledgeable about Boka Restaurant Group & Chef Brian Lockwood
• Polished, professional, warm and hospitable  
• Prepared to run all operations including but not limited to: hiring and training FOH staff, daily financial procedures, repairs and maintenance, guest relations, execution of on and offsite special events, conducting inspired preshift meetings for staff, staff and management evaluations, maintaining established cost and sales goals 

 

This is an ideal position for someone who is dedicated to providing great service and is seeking to become a member of a hard-working and fun team 

 

Physical Requirements:

• Lift and move up to 10 pounds; frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds; and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Safely and effectively use all necessary tools, equipment, and cleaning chemicals
• Stand and walk for an entire shift, including moving safely through all areas of the restaurant which may include stairs, uneven, and/or slick surfaces
• Ability to bear exposure to hot and cold environments

Please respond with a copy of your resume AND a cover letter detailing why you'd be a great addition to our team!