General manager Jobs in Milwaukee, WI

General Manager

Are you a restaurant leader who knows how to build a great team, deliver an unforgettable guest experience, and drive strong business results? We're looking for an experienced General Manager to lead our BelAir Cantina team. This is a hands-on leadership position for someone who enjoys being present in the restaurant, developing people, and creating a workplace where team members and guests genuinely want to return.

As General Manager, you'll have overall responsibility for the success of the restaurant, including:

• Leading, coaching, and developing the restaurant management and hourly teams
• Creating a positive, respectful, and accountable workplace culture
• Delivering exceptional hospitality and consistently high food and beverage standards
• Recruiting, training, scheduling, and retaining great team members
• Managing labor, food costs, inventory, sales, and other key performance measures
• Maintaining restaurant cleanliness, safety, licensing, and operational compliance
• Addressing guest concerns promptly and professionally
• Partnering with company leadership to achieve restaurant and company goals
• Conducting weekly management meetings and communicating clear priorities
• Supporting other restaurant locations when occasional business needs arise

Our ideal candidate is a confident and approachable leader who takes ownership, communicates clearly, and knows how to bring out the best in a team. Qualifications include:

• At least three years of restaurant management experience; General Manager experience preferred
• Strong leadership, coaching, and team-development skills
• Experience managing restaurant financial performance, including labor and food costs
• Excellent organization, communication, and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to remain composed and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment
• High school diploma or equivalent; college degree is a plus
• Must be at least 21 years old
• Reliable transportation
• Bilingual skills are a plus

A current Wisconsin Food Manager Certification and local operator's license are preferred. We can assist the selected candidate with required certifications and eligible licensing expenses.

Schedule and work environment:

• Five-day workweek with two scheduled days off
• Approximately 45 or more hours per week, based on business needs
• Must have the flexibility to work days, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• This is an in-person, hands-on restaurant leadership position
• Occasional travel to other company locations may be required

Benefits and perks:

• Competitive salary
• Three weeks of paid time off
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance eligibility
• 401(k) with company match
• Supplemental benefit options
• Generous team member discounts at all restaurants within our group
• PerkSpot employee discount program
• Five-day workweek with two scheduled days off
• Company-paid ServSafe Manager certification
• Reimbursement for required bartender or operator licensing
• Company-provided CPR, first aid, AED, and Narcan training
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement
• A people-focused culture that values hospitality, teamwork, and individual growth

Physical requirements:

• Stand and walk for extended periods, sometimes up to 10 hours
• Work actively throughout the restaurant and assist the team as needed
• Occasionally lift or move restaurant products and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds
• Meet the scheduling and physical demands of a busy restaurant operation

If you're ready to take ownership of a restaurant, develop an outstanding team, and be part of a growing restaurant group, we'd love to meet you. Apply today!