Bench General Manager

Luna Grill•San Diego, CA

9d•$65,000 - $74,000

About The Position

Join Our Team as a Bench General Manager Are you a proven restaurant leader who thrives in fast-paced environments, builds strong teams, and drives results wherever you go? As a Bench General Manager, you’ll step into a high-impact leadership role supporting multiple locations, mentoring future leaders, and ensuring operational excellence across the board. If you’re hands-on, adaptable, and passionate about developing people while delivering exceptional guest experiences — we want to meet you. Why You’ll Love Working at Luna Grill $23.00–$26.00/hr (Based on a 50-hour workweek: 40 regular / 10 overtime) (compensation varies by region and market) Target Base Pay: $65,000–$74,000 annually (DOE) Plus: Quarterly Bonus Opportunities Medical, Dental and Vision insurance 401(k) Paid time off, Paid Holidays and Sick leave Career Advancement Opportunities Employee Referral Bonuses Who We Are We are Lunatics — driven by culture, standards, and teamwork. At Luna Grill, people come first. We believe in developing talent, leading with integrity, and creating REAL experiences for our guests and our teams. When you join us, you’re not just running restaurants — you’re shaping the future of our brand. Ready to Lead the Way? Apply today and become part of a company where your leadership truly makes an impact. Luna Grill participates in E-Verify for all positions. E-Verify is an internet-based system operated by the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS), U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that allows participating employers to electronically verify the eligibility of new employees to work in the United States. E-Verify checks information provided on an employee’s Form I-9 electronically against records contained in DHS and SSA databases. Luna Grill is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a welcoming and inclusive environment to our team members, job applicants, the guests we serve, and the communities we call home. Luna Grill also has a longstanding policy of providing a work environment that respects the dignity and worth of each individual and is free from all forms of discrimination, including harassment, because of race, color, sex, gender, age, religion or religious creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Requirements

5+ years of restaurant management experience
Strong understanding of both FOH & BOH operations
Proven leadership and people development skills
Experience managing P&L, labor, and cost controls
Ability to coach, hold accountability, and inspire teams
Detail-oriented, organized, and solution-focused
Tech savvy (POS, KDS, Dayforce, Microsoft Office)
Valid Food Manager Certification required
Flexible schedule including nights, weekends & holidays
Willing and able to travel between locations

Nice To Haves

Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee daily operations at assigned restaurant locations
Serve as Acting General Manager when needed and support multiple restaurants
Drive operational excellence in food quality, cleanliness, safety, and hospitality
Lead, coach, and develop high-performing teams and future leaders
Build a strong leadership pipeline by mentoring AGMs, Shift Leaders, and Team Members
Own operational execution including opening, mid-shift, and closing procedures
Be the final decision-maker on escalated guest concerns, leading with hospitality
Manage labor, food, and operating costs to achieve financial goals
Analyze reports and trends to improve performance and profitability
Partner with the District Manager to execute strategic and operational initiatives
Foster a positive, inclusive, and accountability-driven culture
Support local marketing and community engagement efforts

Benefits

$23.00–$26.00/hr (Based on a 50-hour workweek: 40 regular / 10 overtime) (compensation varies by region and market)
Target Base Pay: $65,000–$74,000 annually (DOE)
Quarterly Bonus Opportunities
Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
401(k)
Paid time off, Paid Holidays and Sick leave
Career Advancement Opportunities
Employee Referral Bonuses

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