Job Description
Job Description
General Manager – Republic Hospitality
Position Summary
The General Manager (GM) is responsible for leading all aspects of a Republic Hospitality venue (restaurant, bar, lounge, or nightclub), ensuring seamless operations, strong financial results, and exceptional guest experiences that embody our service model: CREATE FUN. The GM is both a culture carrier and business leader balancing daily execution with long-term growth, guest satisfaction with fiscal responsibility, and brand integrity with operational excellence.
Core Duties & Responsibilities
1. Operational Excellence
- Ensure smooth daily operations across FOH and BOH (where applicable).
- Supervise opening and closing procedures, ensuring brand standards are met.
- Lead daily pre-shift meetings, embedding Republic Hospitality’s CREATE FUN service model.
- Monitor service flow, cleanliness, and ambiance to align with brand expectations.
- Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and regulatory standards (SLED, fire marshal, TIPS, 21+).
- Execute all operational policies, SOPs, and management checklists consistently.
- Maintain accurate venue documentation, audits, and communications via Microsoft Teams.
2. Staff Management & Team Leadership
- Hire, onboard, train, and retain high-performing team members.
- Lead bi-weekly staff trainings on service excellence, upselling, food & beverage knowledge, and FUN culture.
- Set clear performance expectations; conduct regular evaluations using Republic Hospitality templates.
- Foster a culture of positivity, professionalism, and accountability that reflects company values.
- Manage labor budgeting, scheduling, conflict resolution, and HR compliance.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with chefs, marketing, sales, and operations—promoting a ONE TEAM, ONE GOAL approach.
- Schedule live entertainment strategically to maximize guest engagement and profitability.
3. Guest Experience & Satisfaction
- Actively engage with guests to ensure satisfaction and resolve issues on-site.
- Monitor and respond to guest feedback across platforms, identifying trends and implementing improvements.
- Ensure that every guest leaves with a memorable, curated, one-of-a-kind experience that reinforces Republic Hospitality’s brand promise.
4. Financial & Business Management
- Own full P&L responsibility for the venue; drive profitability while maintaining quality.
- Control costs across labor, food, beverage, and supplies without compromising guest experience.
- Stay within budgeted expense parameters while maximizing revenue opportunities.
- Analyze sales, costs, and labor data to make informed business decisions.
- Develop and execute strategies to grow revenue streams (F&B sales, entertainment, private events).
- Partner with leadership to forecast, budget, and track progress against KPIs
5. Cleanliness, Maintenance & Safety
- Uphold highest standards of cleanliness and sanitation across the venue.
- Oversee preventative maintenance, ensuring the property remains in excellent condition.
- Pass all internal and external audits related to health, safety, and guest experience.
Qualifications
- Minimum 5+ years of progressive management experience in hospitality, nightlife, or restaurants.
- Proven track record of delivering strong P&L results while maintaining high guest satisfaction.
- Strong leadership skills with ability to motivate, coach, and develop diverse teams.
- Excellent communication and conflict resolution skills.
- Hands-on operator who thrives in a fast-paced, guest-centric environment.
- Proficient with POS systems, scheduling platforms, and Microsoft Teams.
- TIPS, ServSafe, or equivalent certifications preferred.
What Success Looks Like
- Venue meets or exceeds revenue, labor, and cost control targets.
- Guest satisfaction scores and online reviews consistently trend upward.
- Team engagement is high, with low turnover and strong internal promotion.
- Venue is audit-ready at all times: clean, compliant, and brand-aligned.
- The GM is seen as a culture leader, living Republic Hospitality’s mission to craft entertaining vibes and curate memorable, one-of-a-kind guest experiences
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