General Manager & Head Chef in Stuart, Florida at ARC of the Treasure Coast

Alice’s Restaurant – A Caring Café
ARC of the Treasure Coast | Stuart, FL

Make a meaningful impact—without late nights.

Alice’s Restaurant, A Caring Café, is seeking an experienced General Manager & Head Chef to lead our daytime restaurant operations while helping grow an exciting catering and community events business. This is a hands-on, chef-driven leadership role ideal for a culinary professional who excels in both the kitchen and overall restaurant management.

As part of ARC of the Treasure Coast, Alice’s Restaurant blends excellent food with a mission to train and empower individuals with disabilities in a real-world food service environment.

Position Overview

This role is responsible for the full operation of the restaurant, including kitchen leadership, front-of-house management, staff development, budgeting, and performance oversight. The General Manager & Head Chef will also play a key role in developing and expanding catering services, creating an opportunity for both financial and professional growth.

This is a unique opportunity for a seasoned restaurant leader seeking:

• Daytime hours (breakfast & lunch)
• Creative input and operational authority
• A stable, mission-driven organization
• The chance to build and grow something meaningful

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all daily restaurant operations with a focus on quality, service, and efficiency
• Serve as hands-on culinary leader ensuring consistent food quality and presentation
• Manage hiring, training, scheduling, and performance of restaurant staff
• Oversee food, labor, and operating budgets; manage inventory and vendor ordering
• Develop menus, specials, and seasonal offerings
• Lead the development and expansion of catering and special event services
• Coach and mentor staff and trainees in a supportive, inclusive environment
• Foster strong teamwork, accountability, and positive workplace culture
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, sanitation, and ServSafe standards

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in restaurant leadership (General Manager, Executive Chef, or similar role)
• Strong culinary background with hands-on kitchen leadership experience
• Proven ability to manage budgets, food cost, labor cost, and inventory
• Experience training and leading diverse teams
• Interest in growing catering or expanded food service programs preferred
• Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills

Requirements

• ServSafe certification (or ability to obtain)
• Ability to pass a Level II background screening

What We Offer

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Predictable daytime schedule
• Opportunity to grow a catering program and shape the future of Alice’s Restaurant
• The reward of leading a mission-driven café that changes lives

Apply Today

Visit www.arctreasurecoast.org to apply and join our team at Alice’s Restaurant, A Caring Café.