General Manager

@ Goodwin Recruiting
Goodwin Recruitinggoodwinrecruiting.com

General Manager

Woodbury, NY
Posted 4 days ago

About the job

Join a well-established hospitality organization as a General Manager to lead a high-volume operation, develop teams, improve profitability, and ensure outstanding guest service and operational excellence.

Requirements

  • 5+ years GM experience in hospitality
  • Proven success in high-volume operations
  • Strong P&L management skills
  • Ability to recruit and develop teams
  • Leadership and problem-solving skills

Qualifications

  • Experience in upscale restaurants or hotels
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Hands-on leadership style
  • Financial acumen
  • Team development experience

Full job description

We are looking for an accomplished General Manager to lead a well-established, high-volume hospitality operation. This is an outstanding opportunity for a hands-on leader who excels at building high-performing teams, driving financial results, and delivering exceptional guest experiences. The ideal candidate is equally passionate about operational excellence, leadership development, and growing the business.

General Manager Benefits & Compensation

  • Competitive base salary with performance-based bonus and incentive opportunities
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, paid time off, and additional employee perks
  • Outstanding long-term career growth with a successful hospitality organization
  • Highly visible leadership position with significant operational responsibility
  • Collaborative ownership and leadership team committed to excellence

General Manager Requirements & Qualifications

  • Minimum of 5 years of General Manager experience in an upscale restaurant, hotel, private club, or hospitality venue
  • Proven success leading high-volume operations while consistently achieving financial and operational goals
  • Strong P&L management experience, including labor, food and beverage cost controls, budgeting, forecasting, and inventory management
  • Demonstrated ability to recruit, develop, and lead high-performing management and hourly teams
  • Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills with a hands-on management style

Must Haves

  • Lead all aspects of the daily operation while maintaining exceptional service standards and financial performance
  • Drive revenue growth by identifying new business opportunities and cultivating strong client and guest relationships
  • Recruit, mentor, and develop managers and team members while fostering a culture of accountability and hospitality
  • Partner with department leaders to ensure consistent execution, operational excellence, and an outstanding guest experience
  • Analyze business performance and implement strategies that improve profitability, efficiency, and overall operational success

General Manager Preferred Background & Skills

  • Experience leading complex hospitality operations with multiple departments
  • Proven ability to balance operational leadership with business development responsibilities
  • Strong financial acumen with a history of improving profitability and operational performance
  • Polished, relationship-driven leader with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
  • Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for hospitality, team development, and continuous improvemen


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