Bench General manager

Join Our Team as a Bench General ManagerAre you a proven restaurant leader who thrives in fast-paced environments, builds strong teams, and drives results wherever you go? At Luna Grill, you won't just hear us say we have great culture, we can prove it:Rapid Growth: We built 11 new restaurants across Southern California, Arizona, and Texas in 2026, with more growth planned for 2027 (including our first locations in Nevada!!). Growth like this means real opportunity: more restaurants, more leadership roles, and more room to move up.Training & Culture That Works: Our restaurant-level turnover sits below 50%!!! less than half the industry average. That's not an accident; it's what happens when people are developed, supported, and are a part of something great!A Team That's Winning: We've averaged a 4.8 guest review rating on Google and Yelp company-wide for two years running!! Join a team that's winning and be a winner with us.As a Bench General Manager, you'll step into a high-impact leadership role supporting multiple South OC locations, mentoring future leaders, and ensuring operational excellence across the board. This role is a launchpad: you'll report to a District Manager, rotate across our South OC restaurants (Irvine, Lake Forest, Mission Viejo, Aliso Viejo, San Clemente & beyond), and build the experience to grow into a GM role, Area/District leadership, or a position at our Restaurant Support Center. We build leaders from within every level: Shift Leader ? AGM ? GM ? Bench GM and beyond.Why You'll Love Working HereCompetitive hourly rate + guaranteed overtime (50-hour workweek) (compensation varies by region and market)Quarterly bonusesMedical, Dental and Vision insurance401(k)Paid time off, Paid Holidays and Sick leaveCareer Advancement OpportunitiesEmployee Referral BonusesWhat You'll DoLead and oversee daily operations at assigned restaurant locationsServe as Acting General Manager when needed and support multiple restaurantsDrive operational excellence in food quality, cleanliness, safety, and hospitalityLead, coach, and develop high-performing teams and future leadersBuild a strong leadership pipeline by mentoring AGMs, Shift Leaders, and Team MembersOwn operational execution including opening, mid-shift, and closing proceduresBe the final decision-maker on escalated guest concerns, leading with hospitalityManage labor, food, and operating costs to achieve financial goalsAnalyze reports and trends to improve performance and profitabilityPartner with the District Manager to execute strategic and operational initiativesFoster a positive, inclusive, and accountability-driven cultureSupport local marketing and community engagement effortsWhat We're Looking For5+ years of restaurant management experienceStrong understanding of both FOH & BOH operationsProven leadership and people development skillsExperience managing P&L, labor, and cost controlsAbility to coach, hold accountability, and inspire teamsDetail-oriented, organized, and solution-focusedTech savvy (POS, KDS, Dayforce, Microsoft Office)Bilingual English/Spanish preferredValid Food Manager Certification requiredFlexible schedule including nights, weekends & holidaysWilling and able to travel between locationsWho We AreWe are Lunatics — driven by culture, standards, and teamwork, where people come first. You will not just be running shifts. You will be mentoring AGMs and shift leaders, shaping how a restaurant runs, and building a track record across multiple locations that most GM roles never give you the chance to build.Luna Grill participates in E-Verify for all positions. E-Verify is an internet-based system operated by the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS), U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that allows participating employers to electronically verify the eligibility of new employees to work in the United States. Luna Grill is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a welcoming and inclusive environment to our team members, job applicants, the guests we serve, and the communities we call home. Luna Grill also has a longstanding policy of providing a work environment that respects the dignity and worth of each individual and is free from all forms of discrimination, including harassment, because of race, color, sex, gender, age, religion or religious creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.