General Manager (Black Bear Diner)

Las Vegas Petroleum

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Garden City, Kansas, US on site Until 8/22/2026 First posted March 27, 2025 Last posted March 27, 2025
Job description

Las Vegas Petroleum is seeking a dedicated and experienced General Manager to take the helm at our beloved Black Bear Diner. This position combines your passion for the restaurant industry with your leadership skills to create a thriving atmosphere where guests can enjoy hearty meals in a comforting and welcoming environment.

Job Overview:

As the General Manager of Black Bear Diner, you will be responsible for overseeing the entire restaurant operations, ensuring that we deliver top-notch service and quality food to our guests. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a knack for managing teams while keeping an eye on business performance, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

  • Operational Management:
    Manage daily operations, ensuring that the diner maintains high standards of food quality, customer service, and cleanliness.
  • Staff Leadership:
    Lead, train, and inspire a team of associates to deliver exceptional dining experiences while fostering a positive work environment.
  • Financial Oversight:
    Monitor financial performance, manage budgets, and implement cost-control measures to enhance profitability.
  • Guest Satisfaction:
    Engage with customers to ensure a memorable experience and effectively handle any issues or feedback.
  • Menu Innovation:
    Collaborate with chefs to curate menu updates and special promotions that resonate with our clientele.
  • Marketing & Promotion:
    Drive marketing efforts and promotions to attract new customers and retain existing ones, including community events and outreach.
  • Health & Safety Compliance:
    Ensure that all health and safety regulations are followed, creating a safe dining environment for both staff and guests.

If you are passionate about the restaurant industry and have the skills to lead Black Bear Diner to success, we invite you to apply!

Requirements

  • Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of management experience in a full-service restaurant or diner environment.
  • Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead and motivate a diverse team and create a culture of excellence.
  • Financial Management: Demonstrated experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
  • Commitment to Quality: Strong focus on providing a high-quality dining experience and excellent customer service.
  • Problem-Solving: Ability to think quickly and effectively address daily operational challenges.
  • Interpersonal Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to build relationships with guests, staff, and vendors.
  • Availability: Must be able to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary based on experience.
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.
  • Opportunities for career growth and development within an expanding company.
  • 401K.

About this role

Summary

Oversee restaurant operations, lead staff, manage budget, ensure guest satisfaction, and uphold safety standards.

Job title

General Manager

Experience level

3-5 years

Industry

restaurant

Location requirements

Garden City, Kansas, United States; remote work not allowed

Salary

Not specified

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

management experienceleadershipbudgetscustomer serviceproblem-solvingcommunication

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

restaurant operationsstaff leadershipfinancial managementcustomer servicemenu development
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Garden City, KS 67846, USA

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