Operations Manager with more than thirteen years of management experience in Food and Beverage industry. Applies strong analytical and critical thinking skills to solve complex operational problems. Loyal employee with solid understanding of training and mentoring employees. Dedicated team player, proactive and hands-on in task completion.
The General Manager is responsible for managing the daily operations of our restaurant, including the
selection, development and performance management of employees. In addition, they oversee the inventory and ordering of food and supplies, optimize profits and ensure that guests are satisfied with their dining experience. The General Manager reports to the Operations Manager.
Essential Functions:
Primary responsibilities include:
General:
· Oversee and manage all areas of the restaurant and make final decisions on matters of importance.
Financial:
· Adhere to company standards and service levels to increase sales and minimize costs, including food, beverage, supply, utility and labor costs.
· Responsible for ensuring that all financial (invoices, reporting) and personnel/payroll related
administrative duties are completed accurately, on time and in accordance with company
policies and procedures.
Food Safety and Planning:
· Enforce sanitary practices for food handling, general cleanliness, and maintenance of kitchen and dining areas. Ensure compliance with operational standards, company policies, government local laws, and ordinances.
· Responsible for ensuring consistent high quality of food preparation and service.
· Maintain professional restaurant image, including restaurant cleanliness, proper uniforms, and appearance standards.
· Estimate food and beverage costs. Work with Corporate office staff for efficient provisioning and purchasing of supplies. Supervise portion control and quantities of preparation to minimize waste.
· Estimate food needs, place orders with distributors, and schedule the delivery of fresh food and supplies.
Guest Service:
· Ensure positive guest service in all areas. Respond to complaints, taking any and all appropriate actions to turn dissatisfied guests into return guests.
Operational Responsibilities:
· Ensure that proper security procedures are in place to protect employees, guests and company assets.
· Ensure a safe working and guest environment to reduce the risk of injury and accidents. Completes accident reports promptly in the event that a guest or employee is injured.
· Manage shifts which include: daily decision making, scheduling, planning while upholding standards, product quality and cleanliness.
· Investigate and resolve complaints concerning food quality and service.
Personnel:
· Provide direction to employees regarding operational and procedural issues.
· Interview hourly employees. Direct hiring, supervision, development and, when necessary, termination of employees.
· Conduct orientation, explain the company philosophy, and oversee the training of new employees.
· Develop employees by providing ongoing feedback, establishing performance expectations and by conducting performance reviews.
· Maintain an accurate and up-to-date plan of restaurant staffing needs. Prepare schedules and ensure that the restaurant is staffed for all shifts.