General Manager

bartaco•Atlanta, GA

13d•$85,000 - $90,000

About The Position

At bartaco, food is the passion and people are the purpose. The company invests in its team and aims to create an environment where team members can learn, develop, and succeed. Its culture is guided by touchstones including pride, kindness and teamwork, accountability, continual improvement, transparent communication, and bringing energy and positivity to make people happy. The General Manager is a strategic leader and brand ambassador who guides the team by modeling bartaco’s leadership principles, touchstones, operational and culinary standards, and commitment to coaching and development. The role inspires and empowers a strong team culture, optimizes business performance, and ensures exceptional guest experiences. The General Manager oversees all aspects of restaurant operations while fostering a supportive, growth-oriented environment connected to guests and the community. The position calls for a proven hospitality leader with a record of driving revenue and inspiring a high-performing team while achieving financial goals.

Requirements

At least 3 years of restaurant experience as a General Manager.
Passion for hospitality and commitment to outstanding guest experiences.
Exceptional leadership and communication skills.
Experience mentoring and training hourly team members.
Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Energetic hustle and a positive attitude on every shift.
Ability to tolerate long periods working on foot or standing.
Ability to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily restaurant operations and ensure seamless execution of service and operational standards.
Develop and mentor managers and staff, fostering hospitality, accountability, and excellence.
Drive guest satisfaction and loyalty through manager visits, meaningful guest engagement, and relationship-building.
Ensure teams consistently deliver high standards of guest interaction, hospitality, and service.
Manage financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and revenue growth.
Drive incremental sales through exceptional service, personalized recommendations, community engagement, and guest loyalty.
Use strategic goal setting and local market expertise to drive sales growth and achieve KPI targets.
Maintain deep knowledge of recipes and kitchen operations, collaborating with the culinary team to ensure high-quality food and beverage offerings.
Delegate effectively, empower team members, foster ownership, and support smooth operations.
Oversee inventory management, including ordering, receiving, tracking, analyzing AVT, identifying issues proactively, and ensuring accountability.
Ensure compliance with health, safety, and company policies and regulations while maintaining the restaurant’s physical condition and brand standards.
Plan and organize business operations, communicate restaurant goals, and align the team toward success.
Commit to weekly manager meetings that drive accountability, consistency, and continuous improvement.
Ensure daily, informative, and inspiring pre-shift meetings keep the team aligned and motivated.
Recruit, train, and develop a high-performing team that values teamwork, accountability, and guest-focused service.
Manage and communicate rollouts to support smooth execution and team readiness.
Represent bartaco’s brand and culture, lead community outreach and engagement, and maintain strong market awareness.
Provide mentorship, coaching, and accountability so every role contributes to exceptional service and operational excellence.