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Base pay range

$110,000.00/yr - $130,000.00/yr

We are searching for a dynamic General Manager to lead one of the Bay Area’s premier fine-dining restaurants, Left Bank Brasserie.
The ideal candidate is a positive, forward-thinking problem solver, a community champion, and a passionate food and wine enthusiast who energizes teams, delivers memorable guest experiences, and leads with intelligence, care, and a commitment to excellence.
What You’ll Do:

• Lead the Team: Build, mentor, and inspire a high-performing staff committed to excellence and hospitality.
• Deliver Operational Excellence: Oversee daily operations, ensuring precision in service, food quality, financial performance, and compliance.
• Drive Sales and Profit: Actively promote the restaurant, engage with the local community, and drive top-line revenue while managing costs.
• Champion the Guest Experience: Elevate every touchpoint by fostering a culture of service, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Foster Community Connections: Serve as a brand champion, forging partnerships, participating in local events, and positioning the restaurant at the heart of the community.
• Promote Culinary and Beverage Excellence: Partner with the culinary and beverage teams to maintain the highest standards and showcase an outstanding food and wine program.
• Solve Problems Proactively: Identify challenges early, implement practical solutions, and maintain a calm, productive work environment.
  

What You Bring:

• 5+ years of leadership experience in high-end, high-volume restaurants.
• Track record of building strong teams, improving performance, and achieving sales and operational goals.
• True passion for food, wine, hospitality, and creating memorable guest experiences.
• High emotional intelligence, professionalism, and a positive, hands-on leadership style.
• Brings a strong ownership mentality with a focus on driving key performance metrics, achieving financial targets, and continuously improving operations.
• Commitment to being an active presence on the floor and a recognizable leader within the local community.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; high school diploma required.
  

Role Expectations:

• Full-time leadership role, requiring flexibility across evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Majority of time spent in-restaurant, leading by example and engaging with guests and team members.
• Occasional lifting (up to 40 pounds) and ability to navigate a fast-paced, active restaurant environment.
  

Compensation & Opportunity:
This is a full-time, exempt leadership role offering a competitive base salary range of $110,000 - $130,000, performance-based bonus opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package.
Beyond compensation, this is a rare opportunity to lead a celebrated restaurant, leave your mark on a high-end hospitality brand, and become a valued part of the local community. Our ideal candidate is passionate about the process - not just the outcome. They find energy in the details, bring structure to complexity, and see iteration as the path to excellence.
More detail about Left Bank Brasserie - Santana Row part of Vine Hospitality, please visit

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management

• Industries

  Restaurants

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