General Manager Casual Indian Restaurant & Craft Cocktail Bar

Curry Up Now • Burlingame, CA

10d • Onsite

About The Position

We’re hiring two General Managers to lead our San Mateo (full service) and Palo Alto (fast casual) locations. If you're a dynamic, driven leader ready to own your restaurant like it’s your own business—we want to talk. You’ll be the P&L owner and cultural anchor for your location. From top-line growth to team development and local community engagement—you’ll shape how Curry Up Now thrives in your city.

Requirements

• Three to five years management experience in the restaurant industry.
• Indian experience highly preferred
• Demonstrated success in financial management and people development
• Knowledge of OSHA and EEOC regulations, restaurant/food safety procedures, federal and state employment laws, on-boarding and employee exit requirements
• Must have computer and Point of Sale (POS) skills with a proficiency in Word, Excel, and the ability to navigate through the Internet and various software platforms used by the company
• Ability to successfully perform all job duties of all service positions in the restaurant
• Ability to work a minimum of 55-60 hours a week if business demand requires it
• Food Safety Manager certification required
• Strong organizational skills with excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to communicate with all levels of the organization
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, in the English language
• Possesses basic math skill (add, subtract, multiply, divide)
• Places a value on diversity, community, and shows respect for others
• Proven ability to problem solve and handle high stress situations
• Ability to interpret financial statements and understand contributing factors
• Must be prepared to multitask in accordance with the demands of the business
• Ability to identify and anticipate opportunities and implement corrective action steps

Nice To Haves

• Experience with fast casual and/or full service operations
• A builder’s mindset—willing to grow, fix, coach, and improve
• Passion for hospitality and food with a high attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Full ownership of restaurant performance (sales, labor, COGS, budget)
• Develop and execute smart, local strategies to grow revenue
• Analyze performance and adjust in real time for maximum impact
• Partner with HQ to run forecasting, budgeting, and reporting
• Uphold brand standards in quality, service, and cleanliness
• Lead restaurant scheduling, service execution, and guest experience
• Coordinate with bar and kitchen leadership to optimize offerings
• Oversee all audits, safety protocols, and compliance
• Hire, train, develop, and retain a top-performing team
• Mentor future leaders with quarterly promotion goals
• Conduct reviews, coaching, and daily operational alignment
• Create a work environment rooted in respect, energy, and growth
• Be the face of Curry Up Now in your neighborhood
• Own your store’s vibe—fun, fast-paced, high-integrity
• Engage with local businesses, schools, and nonprofits
• Bring our story to life with guests and your team
• Complete franchise certification within 60 days
• Support new restaurant openings and train franchisees as needed
• Own daily reporting, payroll, invoicing, and audits
• Stay responsive and communicative (email, tools, team chats)
• Maintain tight systems for cash handling, labor, and ordering
• Follow through on company rollouts, policies, and initiatives

Benefits

• Competitive compensation aligned with market benchmarks
• 10 paid vacation days (accrued in year 1, usable in year 2)
• Sick leave (as per local/state/federal policy)
• 50% paid medical insurance after 60 days
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Commuter benefits
• Maternity/Paternity leave
• Free shift meals + discounts across all our locations

What This Job Offers

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