Galt House Hotel

General Manager - Walker's Exchange Restaurant

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $51,900.00 - $71,600.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
401k plan
Complimentary Meal
complimentary parking
Discount on Wyndham Properties

Job Description

Walker's Exchange Restaurant, part of the renowned Galt House Hotel, is a distinguished dining establishment located in Louisville, Kentucky. Known for its commitment to offering a menu filled with the best products sourced both locally from Louisville's top farmers and producers as well as from across America, Walker's Exchange Restaurant proudly serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. This restaurant is celebrated for its dedication to quality, authenticity, and an exceptional guest dining experience, making it a significant part of the Louisville food scene. The Galt House Hotel, a historic and iconic hotel in downtown Louisville, is known not only for its... Show More

Job Requirements

  • minimum 2-3 years senior management experience
  • post-secondary education in hospitality or related field
  • extensive knowledge of restaurant operations and food and beverage
  • strong leadership and team building skills
  • financial management skills
  • ability to work flexible hours and shifts
  • excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • strong problem-solving abilities
  • knowledge of health and safety regulations

Job Qualifications

  • minimum 2-3 years senior management experience working in a high-volume full service dining restaurant
  • post-secondary education in hospitality or a related field
  • extensive restaurant operation and food and beverage knowledge
  • passion for excellence in customer service and ability to lead by example
  • understanding of budgets and food/labor costs
  • ability to read and interpret financial statements
  • basic understanding of marketing principals
  • knowledge of legislation, policies and procedures for food and beverage operations
  • ability to work all shifts and flexible hours

Job Duties

  • manage and analyze financial parameters and controls for all areas of the restaurant and determine business priorities
  • ensuring complete guest satisfaction at all times, at an excellent level
  • ensuring positive morale and upstanding ethics of your managers and crew
  • provide on-going motivation, coaching and effective leadership development of team members and managers
  • oversee and ensure general maintenance and cleanliness of property is maintained at all times
  • responsible for overseeing the food and beverage operation and ensuring its overall success
  • support management and line-staff team as needed
  • manage staff in all aspects including recruiting, training, schedules, payroll, staff complaints and disciplinary procedures
  • assess staff performance, conduct appraisals, and strategize for improving staff performance
  • oversee receiving deliveries for stock and inventory as needed
  • place orders for inventory based on business needs and budgets
  • maintain a safe, orderly, and sanitized establishment
  • ensure menus are up-to-date and correct
  • ensure all legal requirements are adhered to including wage and hour, breaks, health and safety
  • report stock shortage including variables like glasses and equipment
  • oversee events
  • actively participate as a member of the management team in decision making processes and meetings
  • delegate work and determine operational methods to staff throughout shifts
  • oversee daily shift schedules and make necessary changes per business need and budget
  • ensure maximum revenue is achieved from all sales opportunities
  • ensure a safe and productive work environment and provide safety training
  • ensure all purchases are legally sourced and purchased
  • perform line-staff duties when needed such as bartending, serving, hosting, cooking
  • perform other additional job responsibilities as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

Job Location