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General Manager

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $75,000.00 - $100,000.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

competitive salary
Quarterly bonus
Paid Time Off
401(k)
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Accident protection
critical illness insurance
Domestic Partner Benefits
Restaurant Discounts
Employee assistance program

Job Description

Aba is a distinguished dining establishment nestled in the vibrant Music Lane of downtown Austin. Celebrated for its distinctive culinary approach, Aba showcases the lighter, inspired cooking style of Chef Partner CJ Jacobson, drawing significantly from Mediterranean flavors. The menu tantalizes guests with influences from Israel, Lebanon, Turkey, and Greece, making Aba a unique destination for food enthusiasts seeking authentic and exquisitely prepared dishes that celebrate a rich cultural tapestry. This restaurant is part of the Lettuce Entertain You enterprise, a culinary-driven restaurant company known for its commitment to excellence, diverse perspectives, and fostering a Culture of Caring across more... Show More

Job Requirements

  • minimum high school diploma or equivalent
  • 2+ years of General Manager experience in a full-service restaurant
  • physical ability to move and lift up to 50 pounds
  • flexibility to work varied shifts including early mornings, late nights, weekends and travel as needed
  • strong leadership and multitasking skills
  • excellent interpersonal and customer service abilities

Job Qualifications

  • 5+ years of restaurant management experience
  • 3+ years of GM experience in a full-service restaurant
  • skilled in leading and developing teams
  • experienced with inventory and BOH systems

Job Duties

  • Lead and direct all facets of a restaurant's business, ensuring effective and efficient day-to-day and long-term operations
  • assist with training, recruiting, HR and administrative duties
  • assist and financials / statement preparation
  • assist the GM with customer service inquiries
  • organize, run and supervise smooth and efficient daily opening and closing shifts, ensuring an exceptional guest and employee experience
  • provide guidance and leadership to hourly and management teams while fostering our Culture of Caring
  • respond immediately and effectively to guest and employee needs and feedback
  • assist GM in managing costs, driving sales and growing the business in support of financial goals
  • partner with GM and management team to interview, hire, onboard, train, supervise and develop all BOH employees and teams as needed
  • perform regular and ad hoc inventories of food, beverage and restaurant supplies and track high cost items
  • place food, beverage and restaurant supply orders
  • accept and inspect deliveries
  • model and promote teamwork across all teams
  • use tact and good judgment when dealing with challenges pertaining to guests, vendors and employees, and respond with patience and courtesy
  • work a variety of days and shifts (including early mornings, late nights and weekends) at multiple sites with or without overnight travel, as needed
  • move and lift up to 10 pounds, frequently move and/or lift up to 25 pounds, occasionally move and/or lift up to 50 pounds

Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

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