General Manager

General ManagerThe General Manager oversees all daily restaurant operations — guest service, finances, inventory, safety, and HR — while leading a fast-paced team, hiring and onboarding staff, and upholding performance standards. They own the guest experience end-to-end, coach and develop team members, maintain cleanliness and administrative standards, and are accountable for the restaurant's financial results.GMs are hired with the expectation they may transfer between Birdcall locations, and the company's rapid growth (new stores and concepts each year) offers strong advancement potential.Key ResponsibilitiesGuest Experience & QualityEnsure products and services meet or exceed guest expectations; lead your team to deliver on our Guest Experience standardsMaintain restaurant readiness systems, including BOH checks, product quality, prep, ordering, and inventoryExpedite the expo window to train, monitor, and coach team members on cooking, plating, prep, temperature, and ticket-time standardsReview and act on guest feedback to continually improve food quality and speed of serviceService & Team LeadershipMaintain functional shift-operation systems, including FOH log, station assignments, breaks, and shift communicationProvide a visible, coaching presence on the floor, line, or expo window during peak periodsResolve guest complaints and recognize team members for excellent performanceEvaluate team skills and build ongoing training, development, and bench strengthStaffing, Team Development & HRRecruit, interview, and hire to keep the restaurant properly staffed; anticipate staffing needs for proper training timeAnalyze labor and sales trends to forecast volume and build effective schedulesLead a team of 2–3 managers and 20–100 team members depending on locationEnsure full onboarding and training using company programs (including Wisetail); deliver quarterly written performance reviewsMaintain a safe, harassment-free workplace in compliance with company policy and applicable regulationsKeep restaurant turnover at or below industry average; manage discipline and commendation documentationSanitation, Safety & Financial ManagementMaintain cleanliness, sanitation, and safety programs to ensure the restaurant passes all health inspections and internal auditsManage food, labor, and controllable costs to hit budget and profitability targetsUse sales, labor, and food-management data to improve operations and financial performanceExecute shiftly, daily, weekly, and period accounting duties accurately and on timeBenefitsHealth, Dental, and Vision insurance after an introductory period401K with employer matchPaid time off (PTO)48 hours of Paid Sick Leave upon hireFree meals when workingDining discount for you and a friend at any of our conceptsDining discount at any of our sister restaurant locations — Gastamo GroupManagement Referral ProgramFitness BenefitCompetitive compensation and benefitsOpportunities for promotion and career developmentCompensation$68,000–$72,000/annually + Quarterly Performance BonusesEmployment TypeFull-Time | Salary ExemptReports to: Area DirectorWhat We're Looking For In YouCan influence and inspire others to be the best they can beFoster a fun and purpose-driven environmentFind pleasure in hospitalityPassionate about guests and their experienceLong-term growth mindedWhat You Bring3+ years of previous management or supervisory experience in restaurant or hospitality preferredAbility to read, write, and communicate in English wellBasic math skills for budgets, payroll, and banking dutiesStrong reasoning ability to project sales, evaluate budgets, and analyze profit statementsAbility to direct, motivate, discipline, and engage a restaurant teamValid state driver's license and ability to travel locally between store locationsAbility to obtain and maintain an alcohol service permitHigh school diploma or GED requiredWork EnvironmentThis role requires approximately 50 hours a week (about 10 hours daily), with continuous standing and walking, frequent bending and lifting up to 50 lbs, and occasional exposure to moving mechanical equipment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.Birdcall is an Equal Opportunity Employer.