Restaurant General Manager

$100k - $120k

Harper Associates

St Joseph County, IN

General Manager | West Michigan Lake Shore | $100K–$120K

Compensation: $100,000–$120,000

Unlimited PTO

Lead One of West Michigan's Newest Upscale-Casual Dining Destinations

We're seeking an experienced, hospitality-driven General Manager to lead an extremely successful upscale-casual restaurant in one of West Michigan's most desirable resort communities near Lake Michigan.

Featuring a vibrant dining room, expansive outdoor patio, seasonal tourism traffic, and a strong commitment to exceptional guest experiences, this restaurant is designed to become a premier gathering place for both locals and visitors.

This is a unique opportunity for a proven restaurant leader who thrives in high-volume environments, enjoys building teams and culture from the ground up, and is excited to be part of a growing team.

What You'll Do

Lead all day-to-day restaurant operations
Recruit, train, coach, and develop a high-performing management and hourly team
Create an exceptional guest experience that drives loyalty and positive word-of-mouth
Manage labor, food cost, beverage cost, and overall financial performance
Establish and maintain service standards that reflect an upscale-casual dining experience
Oversee scheduling, inventory management, purchasing, and vendor relationships
Ensure compliance with health, safety, sanitation, and liquor regulations
Partner with ownership to execute business objectives and growth initiatives
Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and hospitality excellence

What We're Looking For

5+ years of restaurant General Manager experience
Experience in upscale-casual, polished casual, or chef-driven restaurant concepts
Proven success managing high-volume operations
Strong leadership, communication, and team-building skills
Demonstrated ability to drive sales and profitability
Experience hiring and developing management-level talent
Strong financial acumen with knowledge of P&L management
Passion for hospitality and creating memorable guest experiences

What We Offer

Competitive salary of $100,000–$120,000
Performance-based bonus opportunity
Unlimited PTO
Free investment advisory
Stipend to purchase health insurance
Leadership development and growth opportunities
Opportunity to help shape and grow a new restaurant concept
Exceptional quality of life in a beautiful Lake Michigan resort community

If you're a hands-on leader who loves building teams, delivering memorable guest experiences, and creating a restaurant people talk about, we'd love to hear from you.

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Kevin Swanquist

Executive Recruiter

Harper Associates

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