THE OPTIMIST GENERAL MANAGER – UP TO $120K/yr. + BONUS (Midtown)
Required skills
- General Manager
- restaurant experience
- senior management
- team leadership
- guest satisfaction
- training
- reservations
- seating
- menu changes
- performance monitoring
Nice to have
- progressive restaurant experience
- seaside fish camp experience
- sustainably sourced seafood
- beach-food classics
- process improvement
- workflow optimization
Role summary
Rocket Farm Restaurants is seeking an accomplished General Manager for The Optimist, a seafood-focused restaurant in Atlanta. The General Manager will lead all restaurant operations, focusing on team leadership, guest satisfaction, and staff development. Responsibilities include managing reservations, menu changes, hiring, training, and fostering a positive work environment. The role requires strong operational and leadership skills, with a preferred background in progressive restaurant management. This position offers a competitive salary, bonus program, and comprehensive benefits.
At Rocket Farm Restaurants, the core philosophy that defines our culture is “We serve the person who is serving the guest.” Our culture is not something we act out on the floor of the restaurant. It starts with how we treat and serve one another in the kitchen – with dignity, respect, and care. We believe there should be no difference in how we treat and serve one another in the kitchen and how we treat and serve our guests in the dining room. We hope you agree and will consider joining us!
The Optimist brings a seaside fish camp experience to landlocked Atlantans with high-quality, sustainably sourced seafood and beach-food classics that transport you to your favorite seaside haunts.
The Optimist is seeking an accomplished General Manager to steer the ship!
The General Manager leads all aspects of restaurant operations by leading the team in an open, positive and approachable manner. He/she monitors the restaurant in its entirety, controls reservations and seating and oversees menu changes in addition to hiring, training and developing all staff. He/she monitors the service and performance of the team and is able to anticipate guests’ needs to proactively and effectively to ensure guests’ total satisfaction. The General Manager leads daily meetings while fostering an educational and positive work environment. 10-years of progressive restaurant experience preferred, five of which are in senior management. Apply today and become part of a dynamic, innovative, and heartfelt group of unique individuals!
Competitive salary: $85,000 – $120,000/yr. DOE + generous quarterly bonus program
Full benefit eligibility after 30-days of employment:
Major Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
As a valued member of our team, you will also receive:
- A supportive culture and ethical work environment
- Dynamic performance-based raises and promotions
- Paid Time Off, Childbirth Recovery Leave and Parental Leave to support a healthy work-life balance
- Significant Long-term Retention bonuses
- Time off on most major holidays, including Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
- 50% discount at all Rocket Farm Restaurants - Atlanta, Charlotte, Nashville, Houston, Raleigh, and Winter Park
- Rocket Farm University: specialized leadership classes and personalized support for career advancement
- Employee-led Mentorship programs, Advisory Council and Safety Committee
