Restaurant General Manager - Luxury Beachfront Hotel

Pelican Grand Beach Resort is a distinguished luxury resort nestled directly on the Atlantic Ocean, offering guests breathtaking views and an enchanting atmosphere reminiscent of old Florida grandeur. With 156 well-appointed rooms, the resort boasts a prestigious 4-diamond rating and features three exceptional dining outlets, a relaxing lazy river, and direct beachfront access. It is an ideal destination for both leisure and business travelers seeking refined accommodations combined with a range of upscale amenities in a serene oceanfront setting. Pelican Grand Beach Resort prides itself on its commitment to providing outstanding guest experiences, an environment that celebrates its employees’ achievements, and a workplace culture that values integrity, enjoyment, and excellence. Potential team members are welcomed into a family-like atmosphere where being one’s best self, doing the right thing, and contributing to a positive workplace spirit are core values.

The Restaurant General Manager (RGM) at Pelican Grand Beach Resort plays a pivotal role in overseeing all aspects of the resort’s dining operations. This role is critical in ensuring smooth and efficient daily restaurant functions while fostering strong interdepartmental collaboration that aligns dining services with the resort’s overall operational framework. The ideal RGM will have extensive experience in managing upscale food service establishments and demonstrated ability to lead staff, control costs, maintain high quality standards, and enhance customer satisfaction. This full-time management position demands strategic oversight of restaurant operations, including front-of-house and back-of-house teams, menu planning with culinary leaders, and financial management through budget preparation and cost control.

Beyond day-to-day operations, the RGM is tasked with implementing and refining operational strategies to boost profitability and optimize guest experiences. They are responsible for managing purchasing and inventory systems, ensuring compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations, and upholding the highest quality of food and service standards. Exceptional leadership skills are required to nurture staff development, resolve conflicts constructively, and inspire a cooperative and motivated team environment. The role calls for strong organizational and problem-solving abilities, enabling the manager to handle unexpected challenges such as staffing shortages or guest concerns effectively. Analytical skills to interpret operational reports and data-driven decision-making further enhance the RGM’s capacity to contribute to the resort’s success.

Pelican Grand Beach Resort is dedicated to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to bring their unique perspectives and ideas to the team. This commitment underscores a respectful and inclusive culture that values authentic expressions and voices within the workplace. Applicants should be prepared to engage in an energetic, supportive, and dynamic management role that not only enhances guest experiences but also fosters employee growth and satisfaction. Compensation details for this position are available upon inquiry, with an expectation of competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.