General Manager

OverviewTrue Laurel is an innovative, award winning cocktail restaurant in San Francisco's Mission District, most recently listed as No. 17 on Top 50 Best Bars in North America. We are looking for a dedicated and inspiring General Manager to lead our team. Successful candidates will have an ownership mentality, thrive in a fast based, creative environment, and have a minimum of three years management experience. This management role will oversee all of the restaurant’s operations, service, employees, and finances, often working the floor during service and interfacing directly with guests, and will provide crucial insight on all facets of the restaurant. This includes working closely with the Chef, and Ownership team to oversee many day to day tasks, as well as larger projects.QualificationsQUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS :General Manager experience of 3+ years in higher end dining; bar experience a plusPassion for food, wine, and the restaurant industryExtensive spirits and wine knowledge a plusCollege degree preferredComputer literate (knowledge of Google Docs, Dropbox, Illustrator, Excel an asset)Proficient in verbal / written English, bonus points for additional languagesResponsibilitiesJOB DUTIES :Strong understanding of standard restaurant industry systems, policies, procedures, and back office best practicesComprehensive knowledge of standard dining protocol and service standards, but with the ability to adopt our unique sense of friendly hospitalityExtensive food knowledgeGreat attention to detailAbility to articulate food, wine, beverage descriptionsAbility to teach and guide the more green FOH team membersAbility to implement, document and enforce disciplinary standardsPositive attitude, charming personalityStrong sense of cleanliness and organization, and knowledge of health code protocolsLoves working in an intense, passionate, demanding environmentStrong focus and ability to complete operational tasks during the day, then oversee the floor and be a gregarious host during serviceStrong understanding of financial statements, and the ability to identify irregularities and cost saving opportunities with proficiency in accounting and P&LA firm understanding of all aspects of the restaurant business, including FOH, BOH, operational systems and responsibilities, HR, accounting, safety / sanitation, scheduling, payroll, labor forecasting, inventory management. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-30