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General Manager

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $60,000.00 - $72,500.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

competitive base salary
weekly pay
quarterly bonus eligibility
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
short-term disability
long-term disability
401(K) retirement savings plan with company match
Paid vacation
Dining Discounts
Career development opportunities

Job Description

Red Lobster is a renowned full-service restaurant chain known for its exceptional seafood cuisine, warm hospitality, and inviting dining experience. Established with a commitment to delivering quality food and excellent customer service, Red Lobster has become a leading name in the casual dining industry with numerous locations across the United States and internationally. As a part of a company dedicated to culinary excellence and customer satisfaction, we foster a supportive and dynamic work environment where employees are valued and encouraged to grow professionally. Our brand is built on principles that emphasize the importance of leadership, teamwork, and operational excellence, making us a preferred destination not only for guests but also for career-minded restaurant professionals.

As a General Manager at Red Lobster, you will be entrusted with overseeing day-to-day restaurant operations while leading a team of managers and crew members. Your role transcends traditional management as you will be the cultural ambassador for the restaurant, living the company’s principles and driving a culture of culinary, beverage, and service excellence. A critical aspect of the role is creating an outstanding crew experience by empowering team members and fostering a positive work environment. Your leadership will ensure the restaurant consistently delivers balanced results across guest satisfaction, employee engagement, process efficiency, and financial performance. The General Manager’s role is pivotal to achieving sustainable growth in sales and profits through effective people management, business strategy execution, and results-driven leadership. Offered as a full-time position, this role comes with a competitive salary range of USD 60,000 to USD 72,500 per year, along with bonus opportunities and comprehensive benefits. Join our team to experience career advancement prospects supported by extensive training and development opportunities designed to help you excel in the culinary and restaurant management industry.

Job Requirements

  • must be at least 21 years of age
  • 5+ years management experience in restaurant, hotel, retail, or general business required
  • demonstrated excellence in Service & Culinary Manager positions required
  • proven leadership and performance record of success 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

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 & Culinary Manager positions required
  • proven leadership and performance record of success 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
  • measure success through consistent delivery of balanced results from the perspective of guest, employee, process excellence, and financial goals
  • 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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