Required Years of Experience
5 years
Job Details
The Lunchroom is seeking an experienced, energetic and highly motivated General Manager to oversee the overall performance and day-to-day operations of both of our cafe locations.
Eight years ago, The Lunchroom, a 40-seat breakfast, lunch and weekend brunch restaurant with an all-day café opened in the Gold Coast neighborhood of Chicago. Last August a second location opened at the historic redevelopment of Plaza del Lago in Wilmette. The Lunchroom is winner of “OpenTable Diner’s Choice’, Chicago Magazine’s ‘Hot List’, and Modern Luxury ‘Brunch Buzz.
This is a hands-on leadership position responsible for ensuring that both cafes (Gold Coast and Wilmette) operate at the highest level while delivering an exceptional and consistent guest experience. The GM will drive revenue and profitability, lead and develop the management teams, establish and maintain operational standards and ensure that the culture and service expectations of the business are consistently reflected across both locations.
The ideal candidate is a strong business person and people leader who is equally comfortable on the floor, , analyzing the business, working with a team and identifying opportunities to improve performance. This person must have the experience, confidence and leadership skills to hold managers and team members accountable while creating an environment where people are motivated to perform at their best.
The Lunchroom is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Compensation Details
Compensation: Salary ($80,000.00 - $90,000.00)
Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Paid Time Off, Potential Bonuses, Dining Discounts
Required Skills
Strong Communication Skills
Conflict Resolution
Strategic Planning
Problem Solving
Time Management
Customer Service Orientation
Team Development
Adaptability
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Part of SPACE 519 | The Lunchroom
Within SPACE 519 is The Lunchroom, a 40-seat lunch and brunch restaurant, along with an all-day café, serving local favorite, Metric coffee, and pastries from acclaimed Evanston bakery, Hewn.
The Lunchroom features a vegetable-forward, California-inspired menu centered on globally-influenced entrees including soups, salads, sandwiches, fish tacos, grain bowls and other lunch and brunch dishes. With a focus on locally-sourced ingredients, the menu features classic dishes with a twist.
