Restaurant General Manager - Full-Service with Bar $100K +

Restaurant General Manager - Full-Service Restaurant with Bar | Livermore, CA

Job Title: Restaurant General Manager


Location: Livermore, California (Tri-Valley / East Bay Area)


Compensation: Base Salary up to $100,000 + Performance Bonus


Company: Stable, Established Restaurant Group with Deep Roots in the California Market


Are You a Proven Leader Ready to Run a High-Volume Full-Service Restaurant with Bar Operations?


We are seeking an experienced Restaurant General Manager to lead our vibrant full-service concept in Livermore, CA. This is a rare opportunity to join a stable, long-standing California restaurant company that has thrived in the market for decades. Unlike many hospitality operators that have come and gone, we offer true career stability, consistent growth, and a culture that values its people and its communities.


If you excel at driving profitability, building exceptional teams, delivering unforgettable guest experiences, and managing both dining room and bar service at a high level, this General Manager role in Livermore is built for you.


Position Overview


As Restaurant General Manager , you will have full P&L responsibility for a busy full-service restaurant featuring an active bar program. You'll oversee every aspect of operations-from front-of-house service and bar management to back-of-house execution-while maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and hospitality. This is a hands-on leadership position in a supportive environment where your ideas and contributions directly impact the bottom line and the guest experience.


Livermore's thriving wine-country vibe, growing population, and proximity to the Bay Area make this an ideal location for a GM who wants to build community connections while enjoying a strong quality of life.


Key Responsibilities

• Lead all daily operations of a full-service restaurant and bar, ensuring seamless coordination between front-of-house, bar, and kitchen teams.
• Recruit, train, develop, and retain top talent across all positions (managers, servers, bartenders, hosts, and support staff).
• Drive revenue growth through outstanding guest service, creative bar programming, special events, and local marketing tailored to the Livermore and Tri-Valley markets.
• Manage cost controls, inventory, labor scheduling, and P&L statements to hit or exceed financial targets.
• Uphold rigorous standards for food safety, liquor compliance (California ABC regulations), and workplace safety.
• Foster a positive, high-energy culture focused on accountability, teamwork, and guest-first service.
• Partner with ownership and executive leadership to implement operational improvements and menu/beverage innovations.
• Handle guest relations at the highest level, turning every visit into a memorable experience that drives repeat business and positive reviews.

Qualifications & Experience Required

• Minimum 3-5 years of proven experience as a General Manager (or equivalent multi-unit leadership) in a full-service restaurant with bar service (upscale casual, contemporary American, or similar concept preferred).
• Demonstrated success in achieving sales, profit, and guest-satisfaction goals in a high-volume environment.
• Strong financial acumen with experience managing P&L, food/beverage costs, and labor percentages.
• Excellent leadership, coaching, and team-development skills with a track record of low turnover.
• Thorough knowledge of California labor laws, ServSafe/ food-handler certifications, and ABC liquor regulations.
• Proficiency with restaurant POS systems, inventory software, and Microsoft Office/Google Suite.
• Passion for hospitality, bar beverage programs, and creating memorable dining experiences.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays (this is a career-minded role, not a 9-to-5).

What We Offer - Stability You Can Count On

• Competitive Compensation: Base salary up to $100,000 (commensurate with experience) plus a generous performance-based bonus program.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and employee dining discounts.
• Long-term career stability with a company that has deep roots across California and a reputation for treating its leaders like family.
• Professional development, ongoing training, and clear paths for growth within the organization.
• A supportive corporate team that removes roadblocks so you can focus on leading your restaurant to success.

In today's competitive hospitality market, finding a truly stable restaurant company with decades of California experience is rare. We've weathered industry changes while continuing to grow-because our focus has always been on quality, people, and community rather than short-term trends.


Why Livermore, CA?


Located in the heart of the Tri-Valley, Livermore offers affordable living (relative to the Bay Area), award-winning wineries, excellent schools, parks, and easy access to San Francisco, Oakland, and Silicon Valley. This is more than a job relocation-it's an opportunity to build a meaningful career in a location that feels like home.


How to Apply


If you are a results-driven Restaurant General Manager with full-service and bar experience who wants to join a stable, rooted California hospitality leader, we want to hear from you.


Please submit your resume and a brief note highlighting your most relevant full-service/bar GM experience. Qualified candidates will be contacted promptly for a confidential conversation.