Restaurant General Manager – Upscale Casual Dining
Boca Raton, FL | $95,000–$105,000 base salary plus approximately 10% annual bonus eligibility
An established upscale casual restaurant in Boca Raton is conducting a confidential search for a General Manager. We’re looking for a hands-on operator who has led a full-service restaurant generating at least $8 million in annual sales and understands what Boca Raton guests expect from the dining experience.
What you’ll do
- Lead from the floor during peak service. Stay connected with guests, support the managers on duty, and resolve concerns while guests are still in the restaurant.
- Hire, coach, and develop managers and hourly team members. Give managers clear ownership of their shifts and prepare them for greater responsibility.
- Partner with the Executive Chef to keep the dining room and kitchen working together on staffing, pacing, food quality, and service standards.
- Own the restaurant P&L. Forecast sales, plan labor, review food and beverage costs, and act on variances.
- Use your knowledge of the Boca Raton market to anticipate changes in guest traffic and build repeat business.
What you’ll bring
- At least 3 years as a Restaurant General Manager, with 5+ years preferred.
- Direct GM responsibility for a full-service restaurant generating $8 million or more in annual sales.
- Knowledge of the Boca Raton dining market and its guests, including local service expectations and seasonal demand.
- Experience developing managers, leading high-volume service, and taking responsibility for both the guest experience and financial results.
Interested candidates are invited to apply through Goodwin Recruiting for confidential consideration.
