Restaurant General Manager

About the Role

We are seeking a seasoned and energetic General Manager to run all aspects of a premium South Indian fine dining restaurant located in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. The role involves overseeing front-of-house operations along with seamless collaboration with the kitchen to ensure a superior guest experience.

Primary Responsibilities

• Oversee entire restaurant operations including guest services and coordination with culinary team.
• Maintain premium standards for hospitality, atmosphere, and overall dining experience.
• Drive sales, revenue generation, profitability, and manage overall business performance metrics.
• Recruit, train, inspire, and manage restaurant staff to uphold service excellence.
• Ensure service quality, hygiene, proper grooming, and discipline within the team.
• Oversee staffing, schedules, inventory management, operational costs, and compliance with standard operating procedures.
• Handle guest feedback professionally and provide swift solutions to concerns.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef and management for new menu introductions, events, promotional activities, and other business initiatives.
• Review daily operations and reports including management information systems (MIS), food and beverage costs, and profitability (P&L) performance.
• Ensure adherence to FSSAI regulations, safety, licensing, and statutory compliance requirements.

Candidate Profile

• More than 10 years of relevant experience in premium/fine-dining restaurants or hospitality brands.
• Demonstrated success as a Restaurant General Manager, General Manager, or Operations Manager.
• In-depth knowledge of fine dining service protocols and restaurant operational management.
• Strong leadership qualities combined with excellent communication, team leadership, and guest service capabilities.
• Commercial acumen with skills in revenue growth and cost management.
• Preference for candidates with experience in premium South Indian or regional Indian restaurant environments.

Compensation and Benefits

• Attractive salary between INR 45,000 and INR 60,000 per month.
• Air travel or flight support provided.
• Opportunity for career growth within a distinctive South Indian fine dining brand.