Restaurant General Manager

Ignite Entertainment is now hiring a motivated and experienced Bar and Restaurant General Manager for a high-volume, upscale, yet approachable bar and restaurant concept in the heart of downtown, Cincinnati.

Experience managing both the and back-of-house staff, hiring, training, report efficiency, and schedule-making are of the utmost importance in this role. Attention to detail is a MUST, as well as excellent communication skills, email, basic computer skills, and technology experience. Staying up to date on current dining and drinking trends, and a thorough knowledge of wine, craft beer, and cocktails, are also necessary for success.

We additionally offer our GMs two weeks of paid vacation, Medical and Dental Insurance after 90 days, an employee discount throughout the entire company, and a flexible schedule, though nights and weekends, and some holidays are required.

5+ years as a Bar and Restaurant General Manager in a high-volume venue is required.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Managing Shifts and being on the floor
• Ensuring incoming staff complies with company policy
• Training staff to follow restaurant procedures
• Maintaining safety and food quality standards
• Keeping customers happy and handling complaints
• Organizing schedules
• Keeping track of employee hours and scheduling
• Recording payroll data
• Ordering.Maintaining linens, gloves, bar supplies, alcohol, and other supplies while staying within budget limitations

Skills and Qualifications:

Cost Accounting, Developing Budgets, Financial Planning and Strategy, Decision Making, Process Improvement, Strategic Planning, Verbal Communication, Customer Focus, Management Proficiency, Managing Profitability, Quality Focus

Additional Traits

• Dedication to Providing Exceptional Guest Service
• Exceptional Team Building and Problem-Solving Skills
• Entrepreneurial Spirit
• Excellent Communication and Interpersonal Skills
• Strong Planning and Organization Skills

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $70,000.00 – $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Vision insurance
• Experience level: 5 years

Restaurant type:

Bar

Upscale, yet approachable dining restaurant

Shift:

8-hour shift

Day shift

Night shift

Weekly day range:

Weekends as needed

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

Restaurant Management Experience: 5 years (Required)

Licenses/Certifications:

SERV Safe

Driver’s License (Required)

Sommelier Experience Appreciated but not Required

Ignite Entertainment Cincinnati