Restaurant General Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Restaurant General Manager

Boston, MA | Seaport District

Compensation: $95,000–$110,000 base salary, depending on experience, plus performance-based bonus

We are seeking an experienced Restaurant General Manager for a highly regarded, independently owned upscale restaurant in Boston's Seaport District. This waterfront dining destination is recognized for its innovative cuisine, exceptional beverage program, and vibrant hospitality experience.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on hospitality leader who excels at developing teams, elevating service standards, and driving restaurant performance. Working closely with ownership and senior leadership, this individual will oversee front-of-house operations while contributing to the restaurant's continued success and growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Direct daily front-of-house operations, maintaining exceptional service, guest satisfaction, and operational efficiency.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the management and service teams, promoting accountability and a positive workplace culture.
• Oversee recruiting, training, scheduling, staffing, and employee performance.
• Maintain an active floor presence, supporting service teams and resolving guest concerns.
• Partner with culinary and beverage leadership to deliver consistent, high-quality dining experiences.
• Manage labor costs, inventory, financial reporting, and operational budgets.
• Identify opportunities to improve service standards, operating procedures, and restaurant profitability.
• Coordinate facility maintenance, special events, and seasonal operational needs.

What We're Looking For:

• 5+ years of restaurant management experience, including senior leadership in upscale, high-volume, full-service dining.
• Proven ability to build, motivate, and develop successful management and service teams.
• Strong hospitality instincts and experience serving a discerning clientele.
• Solid understanding of restaurant financials, labor management, scheduling, and cost controls.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong food, wine, beverage, and service knowledge.
• Confident, approachable leadership style with sound judgment and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with Toast, OpenTable, and Adobe InDesign is a plus.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and several closing shifts weekly.

The Opportunity:

Join an established restaurant organization that values strong leadership, exceptional hospitality, and professional growth. This position offers meaningful responsibility, direct collaboration with ownership, and opportunities for advancement as the organization expands.

If you're a people-focused restaurant leader who thrives on the floor, develops great teams, and takes pride in delivering exceptional hospitality, we'd welcome the opportunity to connect.

While we welcome all applications, only candidates whose qualifications align with the position requirements will be contacted.