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Restaurant General Manager Currylane Kitchen Oakland, CA Job Details Full-time $60,000 - $75,000 a year 14 hours ago Benefits Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Kitchen health and safety standards Food service health code compliance Quick service & fast food restaurant experience Team leadership Financial reporting Safety regulations Staff scheduling Regulatory compliance In-person customer service Restaurant management Labor cost analysis Team scheduling Team development Kitchen cost control Hospitality industry experience Indian cuisine Profit & Loss statement Managing kitchen staff Profitability analysis Training & development Kitchen staff scheduling Restaurant cost management Managing hospitality operations budgets POS systems Full Job Description

GENERAL MANAGER - CURRYLANE KITCHEN

Location:

Oakland, California, USA Employment Type:

Full-Time, On-Site Department:

Restaurant Operations About Chandi Hospitality Group Chandi Hospitality Group is a hospitality company headquartered in Santa Rosa, California, with experience in restaurant operations, franchise management, concept development, and hospitality services. Our focus is on building strong restaurant brands through operational excellence, exceptional guest experiences, effective cost management, and talented teams.

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www.chandihospitality.com About Currylane Kitchen Currylane Kitchen brings Indian cuisine into a modern, convenient quick-service format, combining familiar Indian flavors with the speed and efficiency of contemporary restaurant operations. The concept is designed to serve customers through dine-in, takeaway, and drive-thru channels, as applicable to the location. We are looking for a driven, hands-on, and commercially minded General Manager to lead Currylane Kitchen in Oakland, California. This is an opportunity for a restaurant leader who can take ownership of the entire business, build a high-performing team, maintain food quality and service standards, and drive sales and profitability. The General Manager will be accountable for daily restaurant operations, employee performance, customer satisfaction, food safety, inventory, labor costs, financial results, and implementation of company policies. We need someone who is comfortable working on the restaurant floor, leading from the front, analyzing business performance, and coordinating with corporate support teams to achieve operational and financial goals.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Restaurant Operations Manage daily restaurant operations, including kitchen, front-of-house, takeaway, and drive-thru, where applicable. Maintain food quality, cleanliness, service speed, and operational standards. Ensure compliance with company policies, SOPs, and food safety requirements. 2. Team Leadership Recruit, train, schedule, and manage restaurant employees. Build a positive, accountable, and performance-driven team culture. Monitor employee performance, attendance, and productivity. 3. Sales & Guest Experience Achieve sales targets and identify opportunities to grow revenue. Ensure excellent customer service, order accuracy, and timely service. Handle guest complaints and monitor online reviews and feedback. Support local marketing, promotions, and customer retention initiatives. 4. Financial & Cost Management Monitor sales, labor costs, food costs, and operating expenses. Control food waste, portion sizes, inventory discrepancies, and unnecessary expenses. Review financial reports and implement action plans to improve profitability. 5. Inventory & Vendor Management Maintain accurate inventory and ensure timely purchasing. Monitor stock levels, product quality, vendor deliveries, and food rotation. Prevent stock shortages, overstocking, and avoidable waste. 6. Food Safety & Compliance Maintain sanitation, food handling, and workplace safety standards. Ensure compliance with applicable California and local regulations. Maintain required records, certifications, and inspection documentation. 7. Reporting & Accountability Submit timely sales, labor, inventory, and operational reports. Coordinate with corporate teams, including HR, finance, marketing, and operations. Identify issues proactively and ensure corrective actions are completed.

Candidate Requirements:

8+ years of restaurant or food-service experience, including at least 2 years in a management role. Experience managing kitchen and front-of-house operations. Strong understanding of restaurant P&L, labor cost, food cost, and inventory management. Excellent leadership, communication, problem-solving, and customer service skills. Familiarity with POS systems, scheduling tools, and restaurant reporting. Knowledge of food safety and California restaurant compliance requirements. Experience with Indian cuisine, quick-service restaurants, or drive-thru operations is strongly preferred. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Performance will be measured through: Sales growth and profitability. Food and labor cost control. Guest satisfaction and online reviews. Food quality, order accuracy, and speed of service. Inventory accuracy and waste reduction. Employee performance, training, and retention. Compliance with company standards and timely reporting. What We Offer An opportunity to lead and grow a developing restaurant concept. Competitive compensation with potential performance-based incentives. Collaboration with experienced leadership and corporate support teams. Career growth opportunities based on performance and business needs. How to Apply If you are a motivated restaurant leader who takes ownership, builds strong teams, and understands the balance between guest satisfaction and profitability, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your updated resume highlighting your restaurant management experience and achievements.

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Application - General Manager, Currylane Kitchen Oakland Chandi Hospitality Group is an equal opportunity employer and complies with applicable employment laws.

Pay:

$60,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Work Location:

In person