General Manager

Teamshares•Lincoln, NE

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Vincenzo's Ristorante is seeking an experienced and decisive General Manager to lead front-of-house operations at our Lincoln location. This is a hands-on leadership role for a seasoned hospitality professional who thrives in a dynamic, full-service restaurant environment and knows how to build culture, hold standards, and bring out the best in a team.

Requirements

3-5 years of restaurant management experience, with meaningful time in a General Manager or Lead role
Proven track record leading front-of-house teams in a full-service, dine-in environment
Experience managing scheduling, payroll processes, inventory and administrative duties
Strong working knowledge of POS systems, inventory management, and reporting
Will be required to pass the Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) certification requirements within 30-days of being hired, if not already a CFPM certificate holder
Leads with presence and confidence, who doesn’t wait to be told what needs fixing.
Sets the tone, holds the standard, and earns respect from the team.
Commanding leadership style with a calm, solutions-first mindset
Ability to build trust with staff through fairness, consistency, and follow-through
Strong conflict resolution and interpersonal communication skills
High emotional intelligence — self-aware, resilient, and steady under pressure
Comfortable working alongside strong, passionate personalities and finding common ground
Takes ownership without being asked
Can read a room and adjust — whether it’s a quiet Tuesday or a packed gameday Saturday
Cares about the guest experience and the team delivering it

Responsibilities

Hire, train, schedule, and manage all front-of-house staff including servers, hosts, bussers and bar team
Set and enforce service standards to deliver a consistently excellent guest experience
Maintain a daily floor presence during service — this is an active, visible leadership role
Address guest concerns promptly and professionally
Foster a positive team culture with clear accountability
Oversee day-to-day restaurant operations and opening/closing procedures
Serve as payroll liaison, ensuring accurate timekeeping and submission
Manage scheduling to optimize labor while maintaining coverage standards
Monitor and manage front-of-house supply inventory and ordering
Ensure compliance with health, safety, and food service regulations
Partner closely with the Kitchen Manager/Head Chef on daily operations, communication, and service flow
Maintain a respectful, productive working relationship with all back-of-house leadership
Collaborate on special events, seasonal menu rollouts, and revenue-driving initiatives