General Manager - Restaurant - MGM Grand

MGM Resorts • Las Vegas, NV

2d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an exceptional Restaurant General Manager to spearhead the opening of an exciting new dining destination at MGM Grand, delivering unparalleled guest experiences while positioning the venue as a premier culinary and hospitality destination. As the Restaurant General Manager, you will oversee all aspects of restaurant operations, providing strategic leadership to the management and service teams. This role is responsible for driving financial and operational performance, optimizing reservations and guest traffic, developing high-performing team members, executing key property initiatives, and ensuring exceptional service delivery. The General Manager will foster a culture of excellence, maintain the highest standards of venue presentation and functionality, and create memorable experiences that inspire guest loyalty and establish the restaurant as a premier dining destination. All duties are performed in accordance with company policies, procedures, and service standards.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• 2+ Years of Prior Relevant Experience required

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience working in a high-volume restaurant or previous experience in a luxury or fine-dining restaurant preferred
• Experience executing high-profile restaurant or venue openings within a luxury hospitality environment preferred
• Previous experience managing employees under a collective bargaining agreement preferred

Responsibilities

• Owns, leads and oversees daily restaurant operations, labor productivity, scheduling, inventory control, guest service standards, and execution and development of marketing strategies to produce both short-term and long-term profitability.
• Co-own (with Executive Chef) the restaurant’s business plan and represent the restaurant in divisional, property or corporate meetings
• Lead, inspire, and develop a high‑performing team, fostering an environment that prioritizes the employee and guest experience
• Drive financial and operational performance, including revenue growth, covers, and reservation channel optimization
• Own staffing, scheduling, coaching, and performance management
• Responsible for execution of policies, operating procedures, pricing initiatives, training programs, directives, menus, rules and regulations for the restaurant staff.
• Owns restaurant’s execution of F&B and/or company-wide initiatives and programs
• Ensure the highest standards of service, facility presentation, and brand alignment
• Maintain the highest standards of health, sanitation and cleanliness within all areas of Beverage.
• Responsible for completion of all company compliance training by the restaurant staff
• Maintains excellent knowledge of venue’s food & beverage products, menu items and equipment used to perform duties

Benefits

• Wellness incentive programs to help you stay healthy physically and mentally
• Access to company hotel, food and beverage, retail, and entertainment discounts as well as discounts with company partners on things like travel, electronics, online shopping, and more
• Free meals in our employee dining room
• Free parking on and off shift
• Health & Income Protection benefits (for eligible employees)
• Professional and personal development through programs and networking opportunities as well as volunteer opportunities in the community

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED