Bench General Manager

Bench General Manager Lake Forest, CA Job Details Full-time $72,000 - $80,000 a year 4 days ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Opportunities for advancement Referral program Qualifications Cost management Food Safety Manager Certification Team development Financial management Food service management Staff development Hospitality management Full Job Description Join Our Team as a Bench General Manager Are you a proven restaurant leader who thrives in fast-paced environments, builds strong teams, and drives results wherever you go? As a Bench General Manager, you'll step into a high-impact leadership role supporting multiple locations, mentoring future leaders, and ensuring operational excellence across the board. If you're hands-on, adaptable, and passionate about developing people while delivering exceptional guest experiences — we want to meet you.

Why You'll Love Working Here Target Base Pay:

$72,000-$80,000 annually (DOE). Based on a 50-hour workweek: 40 regular / 10 overtime) (compensation varies by region and market) Quarterly bonuses Medical, Dental and Vision insurance 401(k) Paid time off, Paid Holidays and Sick leave Career Advancement Opportunities Employee Referral Bonuses What You'll Do Lead and oversee daily operations at assigned restaurant locations Serve as Acting General Manager when needed and support multiple restaurants Drive operational excellence in food quality, cleanliness, safety, and hospitality Lead, coach, and develop high-performing teams and future leaders Build a strong leadership pipeline by mentoring AGMs, Shift Leaders, and Team Members Own operational execution including opening, mid-shift, and closing procedures Be the final decision-maker on escalated guest concerns, leading with hospitality Manage labor, food, and operating costs to achieve financial goals Analyze reports and trends to improve performance and profitability Partner with the District Manager to execute strategic and operational initiatives Foster a positive, inclusive, and accountability-driven culture Support local marketing and community engagement efforts What We're Looking For 3-5+ years of restaurant management experience Strong understanding of both

FOH & BOH

operations Proven leadership and people development skills Experience managing P&L, labor, and cost controls Ability to coach, hold accountability, and inspire teams Detail-oriented, organized, and solution-focused Tech savvy (POS, KDS, Dayforce, Microsoft Office) Bilingual English/Spanish preferred Valid Food Manager Certification required Flexible schedule including nights, weekends & holidays Willing and able to travel between locations Who We Are We are Lunatics — driven by culture, standards, and teamwork. At Luna Grill, people come first. We believe in developing talent, leading with integrity, and creating REAL experiences for our guests and our teams. When you join us, you're not just running restaurants — you're shaping the future of our brand. Ready to Lead the Way? Apply today and become part of a company where your leadership truly makes an impact. Luna Grill participates in E-Verify for all positions. E-Verify is an internet-based system operated by the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS), U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that allows participating employers to electronically verify the eligibility of new employees to work in the United States. E-Verify checks information provided on an employee's Form I-9 electronically against records contained in DHS and SSA databases. Luna Grill is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a welcoming and inclusive environment to our team members, job applicants, the guests we serve, and the communities we call home. Luna Grill also has a longstanding policy of providing a work environment that respects the dignity and worth of each individual and is free from all forms of discrimination, including harassment, because of race, color, sex, gender, age, religion or religious creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.