General Manager - Maleza Costa Mesa at TMC Hospitality

Costa Mesa, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Jun, 26

Salary

110000.0

Posted On

13 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Team Leadership, Recruitment, Training, Sales Generation, Profitability Management, Operational Performance, Labor Cost Control, Food Cost Control, Beverage Cost Control, Guest Engagement, Menu Execution, Financial Analysis, Mentorship, Problem Solving, Ownership Mentality

Industry

Hospitality

Description

What You’ll Do Lead the daily operations of a high-volume restaurant and mezcal bar Recruit, hire, train, and develop a strong hospitality-driven team Drive sales, profitability, and operational performance Manage labor, food cost, and beverage cost to meet financial targets Create a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere that reflects the Maleza brand Collaborate with our Corporate Chef on menu execution and quality standards Partner with our Corporate F&B Director on operational strategy and performance Ensure exceptional service standards and guest engagement throughout every shift What a Day at Maleza Looks Like No two days are the same — but every day is focused on creating an unforgettable experience for our guests and our team. You might start the day reviewing sales and labor performance, connecting with your leadership team about reservations and events, and walking the restaurant to ensure everything is ready for service. During service, you’re on the floor- welcoming guests, supporting the team, solving problems before they happen, and making sure the energy in the room feels exactly like Maleza. You’re coaching managers, developing your team, collaborating with our Corporate Chef on menu execution, and working with our Corporate F&B Director on strategy and performance. At the end of the night, you leave knowing the restaurant ran beautifully, the team felt supported, and guests had an experience worth coming back for. Our Leadership Style At Maleza, we believe great restaurants are built by leaders who are present, curious, and genuinely invested in their teams. Our General Managers are not office managers — they are hospitality leaders who set the tone on the floor, build strong teams, and create an environment where both guests and employees feel the energy of the restaurant. We value leaders who: Lead with confidence and humility Build teams through coaching and mentorship Care deeply about the guest experience Balance creativity with strong operational discipline Take ownership of the restaurant as if it were their own You’ll have strong support from our Corporate Chef and Corporate Director of Food & Beverage, but we look for General Managers who embrace ownership, bring ideas to the table, and help shape the future of the restaurant. Because the best restaurants are built by teams that care; about the food, the experience, and each other. What We’re Looking For 5+ years of restaurant management experience Experience leading high-volume restaurants ($3M+ annual revenue preferred) Strong leadership and team development skills Solid understanding of restaurant financials (labor, food cost, P&L) Passion for hospitality, food, and beverage programs Familiarity with cocktail or agave-forward beverage programs is a plus Why Join Maleza Lead a vibrant, chef-driven restaurant concept Work with experienced culinary and hospitality leadership Competitive salary and bonus structure Opportunity to build and develop an exceptional team Be part of a concept built around creativity, culture, and connection This role is ideal for a hospitality leader who thrives in high-energy restaurants and wants to build something special, not just run another shift. If you’re passionate about great food, mezcal, and building an amazing restaurant culture, we want to meet you.

Responsibilities

The General Manager will lead all daily operations for a high-volume restaurant and mezcal bar, focusing on driving sales, profitability, and operational performance while managing key financial metrics like labor and costs. This role also involves building and developing a strong hospitality-driven team and ensuring exceptional guest service standards are met throughout every shift.