Analysis Skills, Coaching, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Financial Operations, Food Quality, Food Safety, Healthcare, Inventory Management, Leadership, Operational Expenditure (OPEX), Operations Processes, Performance Metrics, Procurement Management, Profit & Loss, Profit & Loss Management, Quality Management, Quality System Requirements (QSR), Recruiting/Staffing Agency, Restaurant, Revenue Growth, Schedule Development, Service Delivery, Team Lead/Manager
Job Description
A high-volume, campus-based fast-casual Mediterranean concept is seeking a dynamic General Manager to lead all aspects of restaurant operations. This role offers significant leadership responsibility, strong earning potential, and a unique seasonal schedule with extended off-season flexibility.
The ideal candidate is a hands-on operator who excels in fast-paced environments and is passionate about building high-performing teams and delivering exceptional guest experiences.
Key Responsibilities
Restaurant Operations
- Oversee daily FOH and BOH operations.
- Ensure food quality, safety, cleanliness, and brand standards.
- Manage inventory, purchasing, and operational efficiencies.
Team Leadership
- Recruit, train, coach, and develop restaurant staff.
- Build a culture of accountability and hospitality.
- Manage staffing, scheduling, and performance.
Financial Performance
- Maintain full P&L responsibility.
- Control labor, food costs, and operating expenses.
- Analyze KPIs and implement strategies to improve profitability.
Guest Experience
- Deliver outstanding guest service and resolve concerns promptly.
- Maintain high standards for hospitality and operational execution.
Qualifications
- 3–5+ years of progressive restaurant management experience.
- 2+ years managing supervisors, managers, or large hourly teams.
- Strong leadership, financial, and operational skills.
- Experience in high-volume fast-casual or QSR environments preferred.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, guest-focused setting.
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary: $70,000–$85,000 annually.
- Competitive compensation for the Boston fast-casual market.
- Healthcare, dental, vision, PTO, sick time, and 401(k).
- Performance-based growth opportunities.
- Unique seasonal schedule with extended off-season flexibility.
Ideal Candidate
- High-energy, hands-on restaurant leader.
- Proven success driving sales, profitability, and team performance.
- Strong communicator with a passion for hospitality and operational excellence.
Company Description
The Restaurant Zone is a leading hospitality recruitment agency specializing in connecting top-tier talent with restaurants, hotels, and hospitality groups across the United States. We partner with growing brands and established operators to deliver high-quality candidates for management, executive, and specialized roles. Our team combines industry expertise, a vast candidate network, and a results-driven approach to help businesses build strong, reliable teams. At The Restaurant Zone, we focus on speed, quality, and long-term fit—ensuring both clients and candidates succeed.
The Restaurant Zone is a leading hospitality recruitment agency specializing in connecting top-tier talent with restaurants, hotels, and hospitality groups across the United States. We partner with growing brands and established operators to deliver high-quality candidates for management, executive, and specialized roles. Our team combines industry expertise, a vast candidate network, and a results-driven approach to help businesses build strong, reliable teams. At The Restaurant Zone, we focus on speed, quality, and long-term fit—ensuring both clients and candidates succeed.