GENERAL MANAGER – HIGH-VOLUME FULL-SERVICE RESTAURANT in Atlanta, Georgia at Howells kitchen & bar

GENERAL MANAGER – HIGH-VOLUME FULL-SERVICE RESTAURANT

Howell's Kitchen & Bar | Atlanta, GA

For almost 10 years, Howell's Kitchen & Bar has been a staple in the Underwood Hills community, known for exceptional food, outstanding hospitality, and a loyal guest following. With annual sales exceeding $3 million and a reputation built on consistency, quality, and guest experience, we are seeking a proven General Manager to lead the restaurant's continued growth and success.

Are you an experienced restaurant leader who thrives in high-volume, full-service environments? Do you have a proven track record of developing teams, driving profitability, delivering exceptional guest experiences, and leading with accountability?

Howell's Kitchen & Bar is seeking a hands-on General Manager to lead all aspects of restaurant operations. This is an opportunity to join an established, successful restaurant and make a direct impact on its continued growth, culture, and financial performance.

As General Manager, you will have full responsibility for restaurant operations, team development, guest satisfaction, profitability, and overall business performance. We are looking for a strong operator who leads from the floor, develops leaders, and takes ownership of results.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Leadership & Team Development

• Recruit, hire, train, coach, and develop a high-performing management team
• Build a culture of accountability, hospitality, and operational excellence
• Develop future leaders through coaching, mentorship, and succession planning
• Lead by example and establish clear expectations for performance

Operations Management

• Oversee all Front of House and Back of House operations
• Ensure consistent execution of food quality, service standards, cleanliness, and safety
• Maintain operational excellence through strong systems and procedures
• Drive efficiency and consistency across all day-to-day operations

Financial Performance

• Manage labor costs, food costs, controllable expenses, and profitability
• Analyze and respond to P&L performance on an ongoing basis
• Drive sales growth while protecting margins
• Execute action plans to achieve operational and financial goals

Guest Experience

• Create a hospitality-driven culture focused on guest satisfaction
• Resolve guest concerns professionally and effectively
• Build guest loyalty and community engagement
• Ensure every guest receives an exceptional dining experience

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• 5+ years of General Manager experience in a full-service restaurant environment
• Proven success leading high-volume restaurant operations
• Strong understanding of P&L management, labor controls, food cost management, and restaurant financials
• Experience developing and retaining management teams
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and coaching skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, results-driven environment
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Experience managing restaurants with annual sales volumes of $3M+ preferred
• Experience leading multi-department restaurant operations
• Strong background in team development and operational systems
• Experience with scheduling, inventory, payroll, and restaurant management software

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Competitive Salary: $65,000 – $85,000 Based on Experience
• Lucrative Monthly Performance-Based Bonus Program
• Full Bonus Transparency with Clearly Defined Performance Metrics
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Vacation
• Leadership Development Opportunities
• Career Growth Within a Strong and Expanding Restaurant Group

WHY JOIN US?

Howell's Kitchen & Bar is an established, high-volume restaurant with a strong reputation, loyal guest following, and commitment to hospitality excellence. This is an opportunity to step into a leadership role where your decisions directly impact the success of the restaurant, the development of your team, and the guest experience.

We believe great restaurants are built by great leaders. We invest in our management teams, provide the tools needed to succeed, reward performance, and create opportunities for long-term career growth.

Successful General Managers have opportunities for continued advancement within our growing restaurant group. We are committed to developing exceptional leaders, promoting from within whenever possible, and providing the support, resources, and autonomy needed to drive results and build successful teams.

If you're a hands-on restaurant leader who is passionate about hospitality, team development, operational excellence, and financial performance, we'd love to meet you. Apply today and become part of our leadership team.