We are looking for a General Manager to lead Rí Rá Irish Pub, our bar and restaurant in the center of downtown Burlington, VT. The Rí Rá business also includes "The Burlington Whiskey Room", a small brown spirits led concept attached to the main pub. The business has a strong food and beverage base, as well as a high volume late night component with entertainment. The location also has a seasonal patio.
This role requires a depth of experience in bar and restaurant management, along with an "owner-operator" mentality and entrepreneurial approach. This position is ultimately responsible for all facets of the day-to-day running of the business, and as such the ideal candidate should be well versed in the operational, sales building and cost control aspects of running a high volume food and beverage concept.
The successful candidate will receive the following package:
- A highly competitive base salary
- A quarterly bonus program (Team + GM)
- A health reimbursement plan (partial based on qualifying period)
- PTO
Who You Are
- You are viewed as a “Publican” – a front-facing Manager with an “Owner Operator” mentality.
- You have a “Hands On” approach and like to be heavily involved coaching staff and interacting with guests on shift, as well as “giving back” to the local community in which the business is located.
- You have strong planning, organization, time management, communication and delegation skills.
- You understand “Genuine” hospitality.
- You have a high level of passion for, and strong knowledge of, food and beverage.
- You have a desire to build your Team around you to propel their careers forward alongside your own.
- You have a solid, proven record of General Management (or higher) experience in a high-volume bar & restaurant setting.
- You ideally have TIPs alcohol procedures and ServSafe food management certification alongside any State or County required license requirements for the service of food and alcohol.
- You ideally have an educational background with a focus in the hospitality field.
What You Will be Doing
- Assuming 100% responsibility and accountability for the business.
- Leading the financial (sales building and cost control), operational and personnel components of the business, both Front and Back of House.
- Acting as a spokesperson when representing the brand and business at a local level.
- Establishing, nurturing and maintaining trusted relationships with employees, guests, community groups, societies, vendors and local authorities.
- Ensuring that all local and state laws are followed as related to the service of food and alcohol, employment and the facility in general.
We look forward to reviewing your Application!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $80,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
Shift:
Work Location: In person
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