Culinary Director

@ Goodwin Recruiting
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Culinary Director

Newark, DE
Posted 1 day ago

About the job

A respected hospitality group seeks a dynamic General Manager to lead multi-unit restaurant operations, improve standards, and develop into regional leadership roles.

Requirements

  • Leadership of restaurant teams
  • P&L management expertise
  • Team development skills
  • Flexible schedule ability
  • Reliable transportation

Qualifications

  • Experience in multi-unit operations
  • Experience with restaurant opening
  • Bilingual English/Spanish
  • Knowledge of POS systems

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General Manager


A respected hospitality group is seeking a dynamic general manager to lead and grow its vibrant, multi-unit restaurant operations. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious hospitality leader to make a measurable impact, drive brand standards, and develop into a multi-unit or regional leadership role.


General Manager Benefits & Compensation


  • Competitive base salary with potential for performance-based bonus
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Opportunities for rapid advancement into district or regional management
  • Supportive, inclusive team culture focused on mentorship and career growth


General Manager Requirements & Qualifications


  • Proven experience leading both front-of-house and back-of-house restaurant teams
  • Demonstrated P&L management expertise and a strong grasp on financial performance metrics
  • Successful track record of team development and hands-on leadership
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule including days, nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Reliable transportation and willingness to support multiple locations within the region


General Manager Preferred Background & Skills


  • Experience with multi-unit operations or new restaurant openings
  • Bilingual abilities (English/Spanish) are a plus
  • Familiarity with restaurant management systems or POS software


General Manager Day-to-Day Responsibilities


  • Lead, coach, and develop restaurant leaders and team members to ensure excellence at every level
  • Oversee daily operations, upholding hospitality, cleanliness, safety, and brand standards
  • Manage P&L, drive sales, control costs, and analyze financial performance to identify improvements
  • Deliver outstanding guest experiences and resolve concerns with professionalism and urgency
  • Partner with culinary and senior leadership to maintain food quality and support new initiatives
  • Mentor emerging leaders and build bench strength for future company growth


If you are a goal-oriented hospitality leader ready to grow into multi-unit management and drive impactful results, this is an exceptional next step in your career.

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