General Manager - Ge-Jo's in Clear Lake, Iowa at Pritchard Auto Company

GeJo's by the Lake | Clear Lake, IA

GeJo's by the Lake is seeking an experienced and energetic General Manager to lead restaurant operations, develop team members, strengthen culture, and drive business performance.

This is an exciting opportunity for a hospitality leader who enjoys building great teams, creating exceptional guest experiences, and making a meaningful impact on a growing business. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who thrives in fast-paced environments, understands restaurant operations, and can effectively balance people, profitability, and guest satisfaction.

If you're passionate about hospitality, leadership, and operational excellence, we'd love to hear from you.

• Lead one of Clear Lake's premier hospitality destinations
• Be part of a growing organization backed by Pritchard Companies
• Opportunity to shape culture, operations, and long-term success
• Strong leadership support and resources
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Opportunity to make a lasting impact

• Oversee all day-to-day restaurant operations
• Ensure exceptional food quality, service standards, cleanliness, and guest satisfaction
• Establish and maintain operational procedures and best practices
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, consistency, and profitability
• Drive accountability across all areas of the business

• Recruit, hire, train, and develop restaurant team members
• Create a positive, high-performing work environment
• Coach employees and leaders through consistent feedback and development
• Foster teamwork, accountability, and employee engagement
• Build future leaders within the organization

• Manage food costs, labor costs, inventory, and controllable expenses
• Monitor purchasing and inventory practices
• Reduce waste and improve operational efficiencies
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning efforts
• Drive revenue growth while maintaining quality and service standards

• Ensure guests receive outstanding hospitality during every visit
• Respond to guest feedback and resolve concerns professionally
• Partner with front-of-house and kitchen leadership to enhance service execution
• Build relationships with guests, community members, and local partners

• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, liquor, and health department regulations
• Maintain inspection readiness and workplace safety standards
• Lead training efforts related to food safety and operational compliance

• 7+ years of restaurant, hospitality, or food service leadership experience
• 3+ years in a senior management or general management role
• Strong knowledge of restaurant operations, labor management, food cost control, and inventory management
• Proven ability to recruit, develop, and retain employees
• Strong leadership, communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to drive accountability and lead operational improvements
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Experience leading operational improvement or turnaround initiatives
• High-volume restaurant or hospitality experience
• Budgeting and financial management experience
• ServSafe Certification or ability to obtain

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Employee-Focused Culture
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Stable and Growing Organization

At GeJo's by the Lake, we're committed to creating memorable guest experiences, developing great people, and building a strong culture. If you're ready to lead a talented team and make a lasting impact, we'd love to connect with you.

Pritchard Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.