General Manager - Cooks & Soldiers

Cooks & Soldiers is a two-time James Beard–nominated restaurant showcasing the cuisine and culture of Basque Country. Our service team is expected to embody the highest standards of professionalism and hospitality. As a General Manager, you will lead all aspects of restaurant operations, including financial performance, team development, and daily execution. This role focuses on cultivating a culture of genuine hospitality, developing future leaders, and maintaining the highest standards of fine dining service and guest experience with an owner's mindset.

Important Areas of Responsibility Include:

Guest Experience: Ensures all service members are sufficiently trained to provide the best possible guest experience. Establishes guest connections through table touches.

Accounting & Administrative: Completes weekly Payroll & Tip Reports in an accurate and timely manner. Maintains accurate internal accounting systems.

Marketing & Sales: Ensure the reservation system is updated to maximize availability, guest satisfaction, and sales. Contributes to marketing efforts through direct outreach.

Human Resources: Manages Interviews and hiring decisions. Manages onboarding and training processes for new service team members.Trains new service team members on duties, policies and procedures. Trains management team how to train service team. Invests in their team to allow for promotions and growth opportunities.

Operations: Manages day-to-day operations including opening and closing shifts.

Compensation Details

 $75,000 - $90,000 yearly salary

Benefits & Perks

Dining Discounts, Wellness Program, Pet Benefits, Shoes for Crews Discounts and many more! 

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off and 401k (Employer Match)

Physical Demands:

• Required to bend, stretch, twist, climb and have a high level of mobility/flexibility in small spaces

• Required to stand and walk for extensive periods of time without breaks during busy times

• Required to be able to lift or move up to 50 pounds without assistance

"Passionately pursuing the perfect dining experience — one guest at a time"

Required Years of Experience:

3+ years in the hospitality industry with proven experience as a Lead Server, Dining Room Manager, and/or equivalent management leadership in a finer dining restaurant