Restaurant General Manager- up to $70k – Community Favorite

General Manager – Full-Service Casual Restaurant

Location: Capital Region, NY

Compensation: $65,000 – $85,000+ Base Salary + Performance Bonus

Schedule: Full-Time (Approx. 45–50 hours/week)

About Us

We are a well-loved, community-rooted casual American restaurant in the Capital Region, known for hearty comfort food, pub-style fare, cold drinks, and a warm, laid-back atmosphere. Think family dinner out, game day fun, or a private, catered event this neighborhood gem is a community favorite.

The Role

We are looking for a seasoned, hands-on General Manager to keep what we love about our restaurant and grow in a few key aeas.

This is a true working-manager role. You won’t be stuck in an office—you’ll be on the dining room floor, in the kitchen, and in the weeds alongside your team. If you are a servant-leader who earns respect by rolling up your sleeves, maintaining high standards, and genuinely caring about your staff and guests, this role was built for you.

What You’ll Do

Lead Floor & Kitchen Operations: Oversee daily FOH and BOH execution to ensure consistent food quality, fast ticket times, and seamless service.

Provide Hands-On BOH Support: Maintain a strong presence in the kitchen, offering direct oversight and stepping in to run the line during peak rushes when needed.

Build & Mentor the Team: Recruit, train, and coach staff to foster a supportive, high-accountability culture where people are proud to work.

Own the Guest Experience: Be the welcoming face of the restaurant, building genuine rapport with guests to turn first-timers into regulars.

Drive Profitability (P&L): Manage the bottom line through smart, fair staff scheduling, tight labor controls, and strategic food and beverage ordering (including meat and produce) with an eye on cost and quality.

Expand Catering & Events: Grow off-premise revenue by building relationships with local offices and corporate clients, while helping plan and execute outdoor special events.

What We’re Looking For

Experience: 3–5+ years of full-service casual restaurant management experience (independent, corporate, or a mix of both).

Kitchen Confidence: Proven ability to manage BOH operations and jump on the line comfortably—this is a must.

Business Acumen: Solid track record of managing P&Ls, inventory, food/liquor ordering, and labor budgets.

People-First Leadership: A natural coach who leads with warmth, clear communication, and accountability.

Growth Mindset: Experience in—or a strong appetite for—building local catering sales and community events.

Local Presence: Currently living in the Capital Region of New York or open to a daily commute.

Compensation & Perks

$65,000 – $85,000 Base Salary: Commensurate with experience, with flexibility to go above range for an exceptional candidate.

Performance Bonus Plan: Lucrative bonus structure tied to operational and financial goals.

Enhanced Base Pay: Our salary range is intentionally structured higher to account for the absence of a traditional corporate benefits package.

Career Impact: The autonomy to put your stamp on a staple neighborhood restaurant with real room to grow the business—and your career.

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