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General Manager

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $62,200.00 - $82,300.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
short-term disability
long-term disability
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Paid vacation
Dining Discounts
quarterly bonuses

Job Description

Red Lobster is a well-established casual dining restaurant chain that specializes in seafood and offers an inviting and vibrant dining experience. Renowned for its commitment to quality, culinary excellence, and outstanding service, Red Lobster operates numerous locations across the country, catering to a diverse clientele who appreciate fresh and flavorful seafood dishes paired with excellent hospitality. The company prides itself on fostering a welcoming environment not only for guests but also for its employees, promoting a strong culture built on respect, teamwork, and career advancement opportunities.

As a General Manager at Red Lobster, you will play a crucial leadership role overseeing the entire restaurant operation. This position involves managing a team of managers and crew members, guiding them in delivering a superior dining experience that emphasizes culinary, beverage, and service excellence. The General Manager is a key driver of the restaurant’s culture, aspiring to maintain high standards of operational excellence and create an exceptional work environment that motivates and supports team members. Strong leadership within this role is vital to achieving balanced results from multiple perspectives including guest satisfaction, employee engagement, process efficiency, and financial performance.

Your responsibilities will include championing the principles of Red Lobster, coaching your team to operate at peak performance, and cultivating a crew experience that is both rewarding and inspiring. Business success is measured by sustainable growth in sales and profits, achieved through effective people management, personal accountability, business acumen, and results-driven leadership. This role offers the opportunity to influence operational strategy and day-to-day processes while contributing to the long-term success of both the restaurant and the company.

The General Manager position offers a competitive base salary ranging from $62,200 to $82,300 per year, complemented by weekly pay and quarterly bonus eligibility. Immediate access to comprehensive benefits is provided, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, and other voluntary benefits. Employees are also eligible to participate in a 401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching after one year of service. Additional benefits include paid vacation time, dining discounts, and various opportunities for career growth and professional development. Red Lobster commits to providing training and advancement pathways to support your career progression and success within the organization.

If you are a seasoned manager with a passion for delivering excellence in a high-energy restaurant environment, this role offers you the platform to leverage your leadership skills while fostering a culture of operational excellence and unparalleled guest experiences. Join Red Lobster as a General Manager and lead the way in creating memorable moments for guests and crew alike while driving the business toward sustained success.

Job Requirements

  • must be at least 21 years of age
  • 5+ years management experience in restaurant, hotel, retail, or general business required
  • ServSafe, local and state regulatory certificates or the ability to obtain required
  • proficiency communicating verbally and in writing in English required

Job Qualifications

  • must be at least 21 years of age
  • 5+ years management experience in restaurant, hotel, retail, or general business required
  • 3+ years consistent achievement of highly distinguished business results as a restaurant manager preferred
  • demonstrated excellence in service and culinary manager positions required
  • proven leadership and performance record as a casual dining/full-service restaurant manager required (external candidates)
  • ServSafe, local and state regulatory certificates or the ability to obtain required
  • proficiency communicating verbally and in writing in English required
  • bachelor's degree preferred

Job Duties

  • lead restaurant operations through a team of managers and crew
  • demonstrate leadership by living Red Lobster's principles
  • drive a culture of operational excellence with a focus on culinary, beverage, and service excellence
  • create an over-the-top crew experience
  • ensure consistent delivery of balanced results from guest, employee, process, and financial perspectives
  • achieve sustainable growth in sales and profits through people, personal, business, and results leadership

Job Criteria

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)


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