General Manager

Ruth's Chris•Arlington, TX

About The Position

For this position, pay will be variable by location - See additional job details and benefits below Are you ready for the best job ever? Ruth’s Chris defined The American Steak House in 1965 and continues to set the standard for premier dining and empowering workplace culture. Take this opportunity to join the best of the best and advance your hospitality career by joining a company committed to helping you grow along with us, and great benefits like: Health, Dental and vision insurance Management Incentive Performance Plan 401 (k) retirement plan with company match Generous paid time off Training and leadership development program Dining discounts ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Conduct facility walk through (interior and exterior) to ensure a clean, safe and guest-friendly atmosphere and ambiance. Ensure that required housekeeping tasks and maintenance programs are completed as required. Identify and address any problems and/or needed repairs. Complete administrative office work to include answering emails and voicemails, entering sales reports, paying invoices, checking deliveries, etc. Review previous day’s sales reports to ensure accuracy; investigate and resolve any discrepancies. Ensure that all financial information, daily sales/deposits, budgets, invoices, receiving sheets, payroll and all other administrative requirements are completed and submitted according to the procedures and due dates set by the Regional Vice President and/or Corporate Staff. Proactively and effectively communicate (to his/her management team, team members, Regional Vice President, and members of the corporate staff) any discrepancies, unusual information/occurrences or other necessary information regarding the effective operation of the business. Assures there are no surprises. Review reservations and events scheduled for each day to ensure proper staffing based on projected volume. Perform kitchen and bar line check to ensure proper quality and quantity of food products; review inventory needs with Chef. Set, submit and achieve budgeted sales and profit levels for the restaurant. Review financial results against monthly and quarterly budget goals to ensure efficient operations and that all expenditures and costs remain within budgeted and cost guidelines. Create plans to achieve goals and review plans with team. Take immediate action to correct any deviation from financial budgets and performance. Conduct pre-shift meeting to review menu changes, specials, promotions, contests and/or problems with staff. Provide motivational leadership, communication and follow up to staff to ensure proper execution and commitment to company standards in all aspects of the operation. Rotate through the stations of the restaurant (host, bar, dining, kitchen) throughout service to monitor activities and provide communication and feedback to team. Interact regularly with the guests to inquire about meal and make acquaintances. Respond promptly to guest needs or complaints, and resolve matters expeditiously to ensure a “Raving Fan” experience. Complete closing duties to include entering tips, credit cards, and payroll; submit sales reports to Corporate; walk through restaurant to ensure proper closing procedures are followed, including cleaning all areas of the restaurant, performing money counts, and leaving detailed communication for the next shift regarding any open or important issues. Facilitate weekly manager’s meeting to review staffing, development, and training needs and discuss the restaurant’s operating plan, objectives and results. Regularly monitor all systems in place which set and provide the required par and inventory levels of all raw products, food ingredients, and beverage, bar supply items, equipment, smallwares, plate, glass, silverware, linen and cleaning supplies to ensure effective operations. Ensure that all restaurant items are ordered from approved vendors and meet corporate specifications. Optimize sales potential by proactively and aggressively planning, conducting and following-up local store marketing and public relations activities focused toward building awareness of the local restaurant and creating new guests. Proactively recruit, hire and provide initial orientation and training, as well as on-going training, for all restaurant personnel, in accordance with RCSH training systems, programs and materials. Write and conduct timely performance reviews, at least annually, according to RCSH systems for each member of his/her management team. Create individual development plans, and provide regular follow up to ensure completion of goals. Mutually establish developmental goals, objectives and action plans focused toward continually performance improvements of Provide ongoing follow-up, training and coaching to assist team members in achieving developmental objectives. Review confirmed and pending banquets/special events with Sales Manager to ensure proper planning. Attend training courses and seminars throughout the year to build business and professional knowledge/skill levels and gain greater experience. Build relationships within the community and community organizations to promote brand awareness and partnerships and bring in new guests. Develop business through catering and private dining sales.

Requirements

Demonstrate exceptional guest service mentality
Place high priority on the guest
Promotes a superior individualized dining experience for each guest
Interact regularly and demonstrate a genuine interest to guests
Provide “pressure point relief” to team as needed to assure a superior dining experience for all guests
Proactively build and nurture relationships in the community
Demonstrate a passion for food
Actively support the brand concept
Model and promote adherence to brand standards
Seek opportunities to promote the brand within the community at large
Create and maintain optimum levels of morale, pride and team spirit
Develop an environment based upon the values and operating principles of RCSH
Work well with others
Demonstrate an open, respectful communication style
Effectively select, train, and develop talented team members
Build mutual respect, confidence, and trust in relationships
Demonstrate confidence
Lead by example
Set and uphold uncompromising high standards and expectations
Enforce accountability for performance and results
Direct and coordinate all activities throughout the restaurant
Foster open communication
Handle performance issues in a tough but fair manner
Demonstrate a strong interest in developing others
Serve as a mentor and coach to others
Provide continual feedback
Celebrate success and reward achievements
Create a succession plan
Demonstrate patience and understanding
Listen effectively
Demonstrate basic computer skills including a familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
Able to read, interpret, and effectively act upon profit & loss and other financial data
Ability to think big picture when setting goals
Identify and monitor business trends
Strong attention to detail
Evaluate options and impact in order to make the best decisions
Think creatively to find solutions to problems
Anticipate and catch issues before they become problems
Demonstrate effective organization and time management skills
Take ownership of all front of house operations
Respond with a sense of urgency
Ability to handle pressure effectively
Flexibility by responding to changing demands
Stay focused and productive
Maintain a professional business demeanor and appearance at all times
Take proactive steps and self-responsibility for on-going individual training and development
Extensive experience leading a high-volume, upscale concept restaurant
Wine knowledge required

Nice To Haves

experience as a sommelier preferred
Servsafe Food and Alcohol certification preferred
Some culinary experience or training a plus
Formal business education or a restaurant management degree a plus
Above average computer skills including a familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook

Responsibilities

Conduct facility walk through (interior and exterior) to ensure a clean, safe and guest-friendly atmosphere and ambiance.
Ensure that required housekeeping tasks and maintenance programs are completed as required.
Identify and address any problems and/or needed repairs.
Complete administrative office work to include answering emails and voicemails, entering sales reports, paying invoices, checking deliveries, etc.
Review previous day’s sales reports to ensure accuracy; investigate and resolve any discrepancies.
Ensure that all financial information, daily sales/deposits, budgets, invoices, receiving sheets, payroll and all other administrative requirements are completed and submitted according to the procedures and due dates set by the Regional Vice President and/or Corporate Staff.
Proactively and effectively communicate (to his/her management team, team members, Regional Vice President, and members of the corporate staff) any discrepancies, unusual information/occurrences or other necessary information regarding the effective operation of the business.
Review reservations and events scheduled for each day to ensure proper staffing based on projected volume.
Perform kitchen and bar line check to ensure proper quality and quantity of food products; review inventory needs with Chef.
Set, submit and achieve budgeted sales and profit levels for the restaurant.
Review financial results against monthly and quarterly budget goals to ensure efficient operations and that all expenditures and costs remain within budgeted and cost guidelines.
Create plans to achieve goals and review plans with team.
Take immediate action to correct any deviation from financial budgets and performance.
Conduct pre-shift meeting to review menu changes, specials, promotions, contests and/or problems with staff.
Provide motivational leadership, communication and follow up to staff to ensure proper execution and commitment to company standards in all aspects of the operation.
Rotate through the stations of the restaurant (host, bar, dining, kitchen) throughout service to monitor activities and provide communication and feedback to team.
Interact regularly with the guests to inquire about meal and make acquaintances.
Respond promptly to guest needs or complaints, and resolve matters expeditiously to ensure a “Raving Fan” experience.
Complete closing duties to include entering tips, credit cards, and payroll; submit sales reports to Corporate; walk through restaurant to ensure proper closing procedures are followed, including cleaning all areas of the restaurant, performing money counts, and leaving detailed communication for the next shift regarding any open or important issues.
Facilitate weekly manager’s meeting to review staffing, development, and training needs and discuss the restaurant’s operating plan, objectives and results.
Regularly monitor all systems in place which set and provide the required par and inventory levels of all raw products, food ingredients, and beverage, bar supply items, equipment, smallwares, plate, glass, silverware, linen and cleaning supplies to ensure effective operations.
Ensure that all restaurant items are ordered from approved vendors and meet corporate specifications.
Optimize sales potential by proactively and aggressively planning, conducting and following-up local store marketing and public relations activities focused toward building awareness of the local restaurant and creating new guests.
Proactively recruit, hire and provide initial orientation and training, as well as on-going training, for all restaurant personnel, in accordance with RCSH training systems, programs and materials.
Write and conduct timely performance reviews, at least annually, according to RCSH systems for each member of his/her management team.
Create individual development plans, and provide regular follow up to ensure completion of goals.
Mutually establish developmental goals, objectives and action plans focused toward continually performance improvements of Provide ongoing follow-up, training and coaching to assist team members in achieving developmental objectives.
Review confirmed and pending banquets/special events with Sales Manager to ensure proper planning.
Attend training courses and seminars throughout the year to build business and professional knowledge/skill levels and gain greater experience.
Build relationships within the community and community organizations to promote brand awareness and partnerships and bring in new guests.
Develop business through catering and private dining sales.