URGENT ! Restaurant General Manager - Fine Dining - Chicago, Illinois

The General Manager leads all management and employees, oversees budgets and financial results, and is accountable for all aspects of day-to-day operations. This role ensures the delivery of an exceptional guest experience while driving growth, efficiency, and long-term business success. Responsibilities Deliver a charismatic, guest-focused experience Apply previous opening and/or multi-unit experience Use critical path management for operational efficiency Oversee day-to-day operations Design strategy and set growth goals Maintain budgets and optimize expenses Establish policies and processes Ensure employee productivity and professional development Oversee recruitment, training, and payroll Evaluate and improve operations and financial performance Direct employee assessment processes Prepare regular reports for upper management Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations Provide solutions to issues (profit decline, conflicts, competition loss) Requirements Proven experience as a General Manager or similar executive role (5+ years) Experience in planning and budgeting Knowledge of business processes and functions (finance, HR, procurement, operations, etc.) Strong analytical ability Excellent communication skills Outstanding organizational and leadership skills Problem-solving aptitude BSc/BA in Business or relevant field (MSc/MA is a plus) Benefits $105,000–$110,000 base salary Annual bonus potential: ~10% of base salary Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off #J-18808-Ljbffr