Restaurant General Manager
San Diego, CA - USA
Job Summary
Title: Restaurant General Manager
Category: Full-Time
Status: Salary Exempt
Reports to: Owner
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: Competitive salary (DOE) KPI-based bonus structure
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About Us:
BoujieMana is an upscale Modern Mediterranean inspired restaurant rooted in joy creativity and soul. We blend elevated dining with community driven hospitality creating a space where every guest feels like a VIP is surrounded by beauty and every dish tells a story. With thoughtfully sourced ingredients bold flavors a curated wine and cocktail list and a culture grounded in local philanthropy and expression BoujieMana is where luxury meets intention and community in a approachable environment.
Summary:
Were seeking a dynamic experiencedGeneral Managerto lead BoujieManas front- and back-of-house operations with excellence heart and a fierce eye for detail. You will oversee a team of 50 staff guide the guest experience drive financial performance and embody the hospitality culture that defines us.
This isnt just a GM role this is an opportunity to be the heartbeat of a soulful design-forward and philanthropic restaurant. We want to be an example to other restaurants of excellence and philanthropy.
What Youll Do:
Leadership & Culture
- Lead train and inspire a team of 50 FOH/BOH employees with seasonal staffing fluctuations.
- Create a culture of excellence warmth and inclusivity where everyone feels seen and valued.
- Foster internal growth by mentoring emerging leaders and building team cohesion.
Guest Experience
- Ensure every guest interaction reflects BoujieManas premium standards: detail-oriented elevated joyful inclusive and creating a memorable experience.
- Maintain ambiance and quality through sound visuals lighting temperature scent and cleanliness every sensory detail matters.
- Lead from the floor with presence poise and personality expressed through a smile and kindness. We dont like servers are a dime a dozen language.
Operational & Financial Management
- Oversee all aspects of daily operations: service scheduling staffing cleanliness and facility maintenance.
- Monitor and improve key metrics: labor cost food cost beverage cost COGS revenue and profitability.
- Collaborate with the ownership team to innovate around menu evolution events and seasonal activations.
Wine & Beverage Oversight
- Uphold and enhance BoujieManas elevated wine and craft cocktail program.
- Work with bar leadership to train staff on wine knowledge pairings and service excellence.
- Curate beverage moments that enhance the guest journey and drive sales.
Events & Relationship Building
- Partner with Events Coordinator (or ownership) to host private dining community events and branded experiences. We have an events manager and two large event venues.
- Build relationships with regulars vendors and local partners that generate long-term loyalty and business growth.
- Champion our philanthropic roots including cause driven events local collaborations and community storytelling.
What You Bring:
- Minimum 5 years of GM or AGM experience in upscale dining (Mediterranean or globally inspired cuisine a plus)
- Proven success in team leadership financial oversight and guest experience
- Deep knowledge of wine spirits and food pairings
- Emotionally intelligent with a VIP service mindset confident warm genuine and HUMBLE
- Strong operational skills: P&L labor scheduling inventory compliance
- Detail-obsessed with design sensibility understands how to curate space and vibe
- Flexible availability must be present during peak times events and weekends
- Experience or passion for community building philanthropic engagement and conscious hospitality we like to make our own mold not fit into one.
What We Offer:
- Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a salary reflective of your expertise in the culinary arts
- Full Onsite Gym Access: Take care of your well-being with complimentary access to our state-of-the-art onsite gym
- Comprehensive Benefits Package:
- Medical: Quality healthcare coverage to keep you and your family in good health
- Dental: Maintain a bright smile with dental coverage for preventive and restorative care
- Vision: Ensure clear vision with coverage for eye exams and eyewear
BoujieMana is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on age ethnicity gender nationality religious belief or sexual orientation.
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