General Manager

Harper Associates • Detroit, MI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an exceptional General Manager to lead operations at one of Detroit's most distinguished upscale / fine dining restaurants. Offering a $100,000 base salary plus performance-based bonus, this role is ideal for an accomplished hospitality leader who thrives on delivering extraordinary guest experiences, developing high-performing teams, and driving operational excellence. The ideal candidate is a passionate leader with a proven track record in fine dining, luxury hospitality, or chef-driven restaurant concepts. You will oversee all front-of-house operations, foster a culture of excellence, and ensure every guest interaction reflects our commitment to world-class hospitality.

Requirements

• 5+ years of General Manager or senior leadership experience in fine dining, upscale dining, luxury hospitality, or chef-driven concepts
• Proven ability to lead high-performing teams and deliver exceptional guest experiences
• Strong financial acumen, including P&L management, labor controls, and budgeting
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Hands-on management style with a passion for hospitality and team development

Nice To Haves

• Experience with wine programs, elevated service standards, and luxury guest expectations is highly preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead all daily restaurant operations with a relentless focus on hospitality and service excellence
• Recruit, train, coach, and develop a best-in-class front-of-house team
• Create a culture of accountability, professionalism, and guest-first thinking
• Partner closely with the Executive Chef and culinary leadership team to deliver exceptional dining experiences
• Drive financial performance through labor management, cost controls, and revenue optimization
• Monitor key performance indicators and implement strategies to improve profitability and guest satisfaction
• Maintain the highest standards of food quality, service execution, cleanliness, and compliance
• Build and maintain relationships with VIP guests and community partners
• Support private events, wine dinners, and special programming that elevate the guest experience

Benefits

• $100,000 annual base salary
• Performance-based bonus opportunity
• Health benefits
• Paid time off
• Dining privileges
• Professional growth and advancement opportunities
• Opportunity to lead a respected and growing hospitality brand in Detroit

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed