Hot Chi Chicken + Cedars Mediterranean Kitchen
General Manager | Cedars in Hyde Park (09/2025)
Hot Chi Chicken + Cedars Mediterranean Kitchen, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60615
Job Description
Job Description General Manager – Cedars Mediterranean Kitchen
Location:
Hyde Park, Chicago, IL Compensation:
$62,500–$72,500 + Health Stipend + Quarterly Bonus Program (10% annual) Schedule:
Full-Time, ~50 hours/week (35-45 hours on the floor) Cedars Mediterranean Kitchen is a family-owned Hyde Park institution serving Chicago for over 30 years. With
70% dining room service and 30% high-volume catering , we’ve built five consecutive years of sales growth and remain deeply connected to our neighborhood. We are seeking an
experienced, Spanish-speaking General Manager
to lead our 15-20 person team, own financial performance, and carry forward our culture of care, accountability, and community. Responsibilities
Lead daily operations with a
hands-on presence
(30–35 hours weekly alongside the crew).
Full
P&L accountability
including labor (20% target), COGS, and profitability.
Build and sustain a
high-performance culture
through clear standards, team-building, and accountability.
Oversee and grow
catering operations
(30% of business).
Implement, refine, and
teach operational systems
for consistency and guest satisfaction.
Partner with ownership, who are present and invested in the business.
Manage staffing and operations to adapt to
seasonal fluctuations
(busy when University of Chicago is in session; slower in summer and major holidays).
Requirements
Minimum
3–5 years of GM or AGM experience
in restaurants or hospitality.
Fluent Spanish speaker
(preferred).
Experience managing
25+ employees .
Familiarity with
Toast POS
strongly preferred.
Strong financial acumen and ability to manage budgets.
Patient,
teacher-minded leader
who thrives in a family business environment.
Demonstrated ability to balance
care with accountability .
Compensation & Benefits
Base salary:
$62,500–$68,500 (commensurate with experience).
Bonus program:
10% annual bonus, paid quarterly, tied to performance.
Health stipend
provided.
Opportunity to grow with a stable, family-owned business.
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Job Description General Manager – Cedars Mediterranean Kitchen
Location:
Hyde Park, Chicago, IL Compensation:
$62,500–$72,500 + Health Stipend + Quarterly Bonus Program (10% annual) Schedule:
Full-Time, ~50 hours/week (35-45 hours on the floor) Cedars Mediterranean Kitchen is a family-owned Hyde Park institution serving Chicago for over 30 years. With
70% dining room service and 30% high-volume catering , we’ve built five consecutive years of sales growth and remain deeply connected to our neighborhood. We are seeking an
experienced, Spanish-speaking General Manager
to lead our 15-20 person team, own financial performance, and carry forward our culture of care, accountability, and community. Responsibilities
Lead daily operations with a
hands-on presence
(30–35 hours weekly alongside the crew).
Full
P&L accountability
including labor (20% target), COGS, and profitability.
Build and sustain a
high-performance culture
through clear standards, team-building, and accountability.
Oversee and grow
catering operations
(30% of business).
Implement, refine, and
teach operational systems
for consistency and guest satisfaction.
Partner with ownership, who are present and invested in the business.
Manage staffing and operations to adapt to
seasonal fluctuations
(busy when University of Chicago is in session; slower in summer and major holidays).
Requirements
Minimum
3–5 years of GM or AGM experience
in restaurants or hospitality.
Fluent Spanish speaker
(preferred).
Experience managing
25+ employees .
Familiarity with
Toast POS
strongly preferred.
Strong financial acumen and ability to manage budgets.
Patient,
teacher-minded leader
who thrives in a family business environment.
Demonstrated ability to balance
care with accountability .
Compensation & Benefits
Base salary:
$62,500–$68,500 (commensurate with experience).
Bonus program:
10% annual bonus, paid quarterly, tied to performance.
Health stipend
provided.
Opportunity to grow with a stable, family-owned business.
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