General Manager at Best Service Team

San Jose, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 May, 26

Salary

150000.0

Posted On

27 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, Mentoring, Operational Excellence, Financial Performance Management, Sales Driving, Cost Management, Guest Experience Championing, Community Engagement, Culinary Partnership, Beverage Program Management, Problem Solving, Emotional Intelligence, Hands-on Leadership, Ownership Mentality, Performance Metrics Tracking

Industry

Description

Description Left Bank Santana Row is seeking a dynamic General Manager to lead one of the Bay Area’s premier fine-dining restaurants. The ideal candidate is a positive, forward-thinking problem solver, a community champion, and a passionate food and wine enthusiast who energizes teams, delivers memorable guest experiences, and leads with intelligence, care, and a commitment to excellence. What You’ll Do: Lead the Team: Build, mentor, and inspire a high-performing staff committed to excellence and hospitality. Deliver Operational Excellence: Oversee daily operations, ensuring precision in service, food quality, financial performance, and compliance. Drive Sales and Profit: Actively promote the restaurant, engage with the local community, and drive top-line revenue while managing costs. Champion the Guest Experience: Elevate every touchpoint by fostering a culture of service, quality, and continuous improvement. Foster Community Connections: Serve as a brand champion, forging partnerships, participating in local events, and positioning the restaurant at the heart of the community. Promote Culinary and Beverage Excellence: Partner with the culinary and beverage teams to maintain the highest standards and showcase an outstanding food and wine program. Solve Problems Proactively: Identify challenges early, implement practical solutions, and maintain a calm, productive work environment. What You Bring: 5+ years of leadership experience in high-end, high-volume restaurants. Track record of building strong teams, improving performance, and achieving sales and operational goals. True passion for food, wine, hospitality, and creating memorable guest experiences. High emotional intelligence, professionalism, and a positive, hands-on leadership style. Brings a strong ownership mentality with a focus on driving key performance metrics, achieving financial targets, and continuously improving operations. Commitment to being an active presence on the floor and a recognizable leader within the local community. Bachelor’s degree preferred; high school diploma required. Role Expectations: Full-time leadership role, requiring flexibility across evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. Majority of time spent in-restaurant, leading by example and engaging with guests and team members. Occasional lifting (up to 40 pounds) and ability to navigate a fast-paced, active restaurant environment. Compensation & Opportunity: This is a full-time, exempt leadership role offering a competitive base salary range of $135,000 - $150,000, performance-based bonus opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Beyond compensation, this is a rare opportunity to lead a celebrated restaurant, leave your mark on a high-end hospitality brand, and become a valued part of the local community. Our ideal candidate is passionate about the process - not just the outcome. They find energy in the details, bring structure to complexity, and see iteration as the path to excellence.

Responsibilities

The General Manager will be responsible for leading and mentoring a high-performing staff while overseeing all daily operations, ensuring precision in service, food quality, and financial compliance. This role also involves actively promoting the restaurant, engaging the community, and championing an elevated guest experience.