Restaurant General Manager

Job Opportunity: Restaurant General Manager - No late nights

Location: Danville, Virginia


Gecko Hospitality is representing an exclusive opportunity for a seasoned General Manager to lead a high-volume, boutique-style, full-service restaurant in Danville, VA. This unique role combines the autonomy of a Managing Partner with the stability and support of an established brand, offering an unparalleled quality of life without the late-night hours typical of the industry.


This confidential search is managed by Tom Bull, an award-winning executive recruiter in the restaurant and hospitality sector. We are seeking a top-tier leader with a proven ability to drive excellence in a $4 million annual sales environment.


Position Overview: A True Leadership Role


As the General Manager and Managing Partner, you will have complete operational oversight of this successful restaurant, including its full bar and scratch kitchen. This is not just a management job; it is a career-defining role for a professional ready to take ownership of performance, culture, and profitability. The position emphasizes a five-day workweek and no late nights, creating a sustainable and rewarding work-life balance.


Key Responsibilities

• Assume full P&L responsibility for a $4M+ full-service restaurant, driving revenue and managing costs to ensure sustained profitability.
• Direct all front- and back-of-house operations, ensuring exceptional standards in a high-quality, scratch kitchen environment.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and superior guest satisfaction.
• Oversee all bar operations, managing inventory, beverage programs, and service standards.
• Champion the guest experience, ensuring every patron receives premium service consistent with a boutique dining concept.
• Manage budgets, inventory controls, and strategic initiatives to meet and exceed company objectives.

Required Qualifications & Experience


The ideal candidate is a visionary leader with extensive experience in polished, high-volume dining.

• Proven success as a General Manager in a full-service restaurant with annual sales of $4 million or more.
• Expertise in managing operations with a comprehensive bar program and a high-quality, scratch kitchen.
• A strong track record of developing teams and cultivating a positive, performance-driven culture.
• Exceptional financial acumen with the ability to analyze P&L statements and control costs effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to drive operational success while consistently delivering an outstanding guest experience.

Compensation & Partnership Benefits


Our client offers a compensation package designed to attract and retain the best in the industry.

• Salary: Up to $85,000 base salary and $100K total comp target
• Partnership Incentives: A profit-sharing plan that rewards your success.
• Title: General Manager status with no financial buy-in required.
• Work-Life Balance: A five-day workweek with no late nights.
• Benefits:
• Time Off: Generous vacation and paid time off (PTO).

How to Apply


This is an immediate opening for a results-driven professional ready to advance their career. If your experience aligns with the demands of this high-volume leadership role, we invite you for confidential consideration.


Please send your professional resume directly to Tom Bull.


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All inquiries will be handled with the utmost confidentiality.