Goodwin Recruiting
High Volume Restaurant General Manager JN -012026-169863
Goodwin Recruiting, Des Moines, Iowa, United States, 50319
High Volume Restaurant General Manager (Job ID: 169863)
A well‑established and growing hospitality company is conducting a search for an experienced General Manager to lead a high‑volume, multi‑revenue‑stream venue. This role is ideal for a hands‑on leader who excels at balancing operational excellence, guest experience, team development, and financial performance in a dynamic environment.
Role Overview The General Manager is fully accountable for the overall success of the venue, including financial results, team performance, guest satisfaction, and operational execution. This leader will oversee multiple departments and revenue channels, ensuring consistency, safety, service excellence, and profitability.
Key Responsibilities
Lead day‑to‑day operations across food & beverage, guest services, events, and recreation/activities
Own full P&L responsibility, including sales growth, labor.logging, cost control, and inventory management
Recruit, train, coach, and retain a strong leadership team and hourly staff
Establish and maintain high standards for guest experience, safety, cleanliness, and service
Drive local business development through events, group sales, and community engagement
Partner with senior leadership to execute operational initiatives and long‑term growth strategies
Use data and reporting to make informed decisions and continuously improve performance
Ideal Background
5+ years of General Manager or senior operational leadership experience
Background in high‑volume hospitality, entertainment, or experiential venues strongly preferred
Proven success managing complex operations with multiple revenue streams
Strong financial acumen with demonstrated P&L ownership
Track record of building high‑performing, culture‑driven teams
Calm, decisive leader who thrives in fast‑paced, guest‑focused environments
Job Details Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level Employment type: Full‑time Job function: Management, Restaurants Salary: $80,000 - $90,000 Location: Des Moines, IA #J-18808-Ljbffr
Role Overview The General Manager is fully accountable for the overall success of the venue, including financial results, team performance, guest satisfaction, and operational execution. This leader will oversee multiple departments and revenue channels, ensuring consistency, safety, service excellence, and profitability.
Key Responsibilities
Lead day‑to‑day operations across food & beverage, guest services, events, and recreation/activities
Own full P&L responsibility, including sales growth, labor.logging, cost control, and inventory management
Recruit, train, coach, and retain a strong leadership team and hourly staff
Establish and maintain high standards for guest experience, safety, cleanliness, and service
Drive local business development through events, group sales, and community engagement
Partner with senior leadership to execute operational initiatives and long‑term growth strategies
Use data and reporting to make informed decisions and continuously improve performance
Ideal Background
5+ years of General Manager or senior operational leadership experience
Background in high‑volume hospitality, entertainment, or experiential venues strongly preferred
Proven success managing complex operations with multiple revenue streams
Strong financial acumen with demonstrated P&L ownership
Track record of building high‑performing, culture‑driven teams
Calm, decisive leader who thrives in fast‑paced, guest‑focused environments
Job Details Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level Employment type: Full‑time Job function: Management, Restaurants Salary: $80,000 - $90,000 Location: Des Moines, IA #J-18808-Ljbffr