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General Manager

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $68,600.00 - $85,100.00
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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
voluntary benefits
401(k) retirement savings plan with company match after 1 year
Paid vacation
Dining Discounts
Career advancement opportunities

Job Description

Red Lobster is a renowned casual dining seafood restaurant chain celebrated for its commitment to delivering exceptional culinary experiences and outstanding guest service. With a widespread presence, Red Lobster has become a staple destination for seafood lovers seeking quality dishes inspired by coastal flavors. The establishment prides itself on its vibrant and inclusive culture, focusing on operational excellence, guest satisfaction, and providing rewarding career opportunities for its employees. The company strongly emphasizes leadership development and personal growth, creating a dynamic environment where team members are empowered to succeed and contribute to the overall success of the restaurant.

As a General Manager at Red Lobster, you will be entrusted with the leadership and management of restaurant operations through an effective team of managers and crew members. This role requires not only overseeing day-to-day functions but also embodying Red Lobster's core principles to inspire a culture centered around operational excellence, culinary mastery, beverage innovation, and superior service delivery. Your leadership will be pivotal in cultivating an over-the-top crew experience, fostering teamwork, motivation, and growth amongst staff. With your strategic business acumen, you will drive consistent performance by balancing key results areas including guest satisfaction, employee engagement, process optimization, and financial performance. Your success in this role is measured by sustainable sales growth and profitability, achieved through a combination of people leadership, personal commitment, business insight, and results-oriented management.

This full-time position offers a competitive salary range from USD 68,600 to USD 85,100 annually, complemented by weekly pay structures and opportunities for quarterly bonuses. Immediate eligibility for comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance enhances the compensation package, ensuring your health and well-being are well-protected. Additional benefits include life insurance, disability coverage, a 401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching after one year, paid vacation, and dining discounts. Red Lobster is also dedicated to employee career advancement, providing training and opportunities to grow within the organization, making this position a rewarding long-term career choice.

As the General Manager, you will be responsible for creating an inviting and efficient restaurant atmosphere that promotes guest satisfaction and operational efficiency. You will oversee staff recruitment, development, and retention to build a motivated team that meets and exceeds performance expectations. You will also manage financial aspects such as budgeting, cost control, and inventory management to achieve business goals. Your role demands excellence in communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills to navigate challenges and foster a positive work environment. By driving operational standards and embracing innovation, you will be instrumental in maintaining Red Lobster's reputation as a leader in casual dining seafood cuisine.

Job Requirements

  • Must be at least 21 years of age
  • 5+ years management experience in restaurant, hotel, retail, or general business required
  • proven leadership and performance record of success as a casual dining/full-service restaurant manager required
  • demonstrated excellence in service and culinary manager positions 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
  • 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 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
  • deliver 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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