Restaurant General Manager

Job Description Job Description Restaurant General Manager Upscale Casual Dining | Luxury Hotel Environment | Downtown Chicago We are seeking an experienced and driven Restaurant General Manager to lead a high-volume, upscale casual dining restaurant located within a premier luxury hotel in downtown Chicago. This role is ideal for a hospitality leader who combines operational excellence, strong financial acumen, and a passion for elevated food and beverage experiences. Position Summary The Restaurant General Manager will oversee all aspects of restaurant and bar operations, ensuring an exceptional guest experience while driving financial performance. This individual must be a hands-on leader with proven success managing large teams in fast-paced, high-volume environments. Key Responsibilities * Direct all front-of-house and bar operations, ensuring service standards align with an upscale dining experience * Lead, coach, and develop a large team of managers and hourly staff * Maintain full ownership of financial performance, including P&L oversight for a multi-million dollar operation * Drive revenue growth while controlling labor, cost of goods, and operational expenses * Oversee and enhance a dynamic beverage program, including wine, spirits, and cocktails * Partner with hotel leadership to align operational goals and guest experience standards * Recruit, train, and retain top talent, fostering a high-performance culture * Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and licensing regulations Qualifications * 5+ years of experience as a Restaurant General Manager or equivalent role * Proven success in high-volume operations * Demonstrated P&L ownership * Experience managing large teams * Background in upscale casual or luxury dining environments * Strong knowledge of beverage programs , including wine and cocktail execution * Experience in a hotel or lifestyle hospitality setting preferred * Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills Compensation & Benefits * Competitive base salary + performance-based bonus * Comprehensive benefits package * Growth opportunities within a luxury hospitality environment Confidential Search This search is being conducted confidentially. Qualified candidates will be contacted directly with additional details regarding the property and ownership group.