Restaurant General Manager - Fast Casual Mediterranean Fusion

Job Description Job Description A growing fast-casual Mediterranean and Middle Eastern fusion concept is seeking an experienced General Manager to lead a high-volume, campus-based restaurant. This role is responsible for overseeing daily operations, building high-performing teams, driving financial results, and delivering an exceptional guest experience. The ideal candidate is an energetic, hands-on leader with strong operational and people management skills who thrives in a fast-paced environment. This unique opportunity offers significant work-life balance with seasonal operations and extended time off. Key Responsibilities Operations & Guest Experience * Lead daily restaurant operations, ensuring exceptional food quality, service, and cleanliness. * Maintain operational standards, food safety compliance, and inventory controls. * Resolve guest concerns and foster a customer-first culture. Team Leadership * Recruit, train, coach, and develop restaurant staff. * Build a positive, high-performance work environment. * Manage scheduling and labor to support business needs. Financial Management * Oversee P&L performance, labor costs, food costs, and profitability. * Monitor KPIs and implement strategies to improve operational results. * Control inventory and minimize waste. Marketing & Community Engagement * Support local marketing initiatives and campus partnerships. * Build community relationships to increase guest traffic and brand awareness. * Identify opportunities to grow sales and enhance the guest experience. Qualifications * 3-5+ years of restaurant management experience, preferably in fast-casual, QSR, or high-volume hospitality concepts. * Proven leadership and team development skills. * Strong financial acumen with P&L, budgeting, and cost control experience. * Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving abilities. * Proficiency with Microsoft Office and restaurant management systems. * ServSafe certification preferred. Compensation & Benefits * Salary: $75,000-$85,000 annually * Monthly bonus opportunities * 401(k), health, dental, and employee discounts * Paid training and career development * Flexible scheduling * Potential for 4-14 weeks of time off annually based on the academic operating calendar Ideal Candidate * Proven General Manager with stable tenure in high-volume fast-casual or QSR operations. * Hands-on leader who excels at team development and guest engagement. * Strong operator with experience driving sales, controlling costs, and achieving financial goals. * Adaptable professional who thrives in a dynamic, student-focused environment. Company Description The Restaurant Zone is a leading hospitality recruitment agency specializing in connecting top-tier talent with restaurants, hotels, and hospitality groups across the United States. We partner with growing brands and established operators to deliver high-quality candidates for management, executive, and specialized roles. Our team combines industry expertise, a vast candidate network, and a results-driven approach to help businesses build strong, reliable teams. At The Restaurant Zone, we focus on speed, quality, and long-term fit—ensuring both clients and candidates succeed. Company Description The Restaurant Zone is a leading hospitality recruitment agency specializing in connecting top-tier talent with restaurants, hotels, and hospitality groups across the United States. We partner with growing brands and established operators to deliver high-quality candidates for management, executive, and specialized roles. Our team combines industry expertise, a vast candidate network, and a results-driven approach to help businesses build strong, reliable teams. At The Restaurant Zone, we focus on speed, quality, and long-term fit—ensuring both clients and candidates succeed.