General Manager

Job Title: General Manager

Location: Richies Tavern - 191 N Wacker Dr

Salary: $90,000-$100,000

Tentative Start Date: February 2026

Job Summary:
Richies Tavern is seeking a passionate and driven General Manager to join our team. This is a full-service, New American restaurant concept with a rigorous, detailed bar program. The General Manager will play a key role in supporting daily operations, ensuring outstanding guest experiences, and leading front-of-house staff and back-of-house staff. This position is perfect for someone who has at least 5 years of management experience and looking to grow in the restaurant industry as a leader. A strong food and beverage background is preferred and previous bartending and LBW experience is a plus.

Key Responsibilities:

• Run daily operations and drive daily labor and sales goals
• Write FOH schedule and manage and review BOH schedule
• Lead motivating preshifts aimed at developing service standards, communicating company messages, devloping menu knowledge
• Lead by example in providing exceptional customer service and hospitality.
• Create exceptional guest experiences, talking to customers, and creating regulars
• Assist with staff training, coaching, and performance management.
• Address guest inquiries and resolve concerns professionally and efficiently.
• Support management with scheduling, inventory control, and operational tasks.
• Maintain and uphold company standards, policies, and procedures.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5years of management experience in a full-service setting
• Experience with new restaurant openings
• Ability to recruit, train, and motivate staff
• Strong conflict resolution and coaching skills
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Skilled in managing budgets, controlling labor and food costs, and analyzing P&Ls
• Eye for detail in hospitality, atmosphere, and service standards
• Quick decision making that puts guest and business needs first
• Organized in setting priorities, delegating tasks, and ensuring accountability
• Strong written and verbal communication with staff, vendors, and ownership
• Growth mindset and ability to objectively accept feedback
• Not a qualification but experience with R365 and Toast is a plus

What We Offer:

• Salary range between $90,000 and $100,000
• Monthly cell phone reimbursement
• Growth opportunities
• Supportive team environment with hands-on training and mentorship.
• Employee discounts and dining perks.
• Paid time off
• 401k with dollar-for-dollar match up to 4% with immediate vesting
• Up to 80% employer contribution to a single BCBS HMO or PPO medical plan
• Medical, dental, vision, and life benefits available

If you're ready to grow your career in hospitality and become a key part of our team at Richies Tavern, we'd love to hear from you!