General Manager

Our client, a fast-growing, upscale hospitality group seeking a General Manager to lead operations for a high-profile restaurant and event-driven concept in Somerset, KY. This is an opportunity to join a growing brand known for its elevated dining experience, polished service standards, and strong community presence. The General Manager will play a critical role in driving culture, guest experience, team development, and overall business performance while helping establish the concept as a premier dining and events destination in the market. What You'll Do Lead all front-of-house and daily restaurant operations with a strong floor presence Drive an exceptional guest experience while maintaining elevated hospitality standards Build, train, and develop high-performing management and hourly teams Oversee financial performance including: P&L management Labor controls Cost management Revenue growth initiatives Partner with culinary leadership to ensure consistency in food quality and service execution Help drive private dining, catering, and local community engagement initiatives Maintain operational excellence across service, cleanliness, safety, and team accountability Support hiring, onboarding, scheduling, coaching, and performance management Foster a positive, hospitality-driven culture aligned with the brand vision What We're Looking For 5+ years of leadership experience in restaurant or hospitality management Prior experience as a General Manager, AGM, or senior operations leader preferred Background in upscale dining, chef-driven concepts, lifestyle hospitality, or high-volume service environments Strong understanding of: Guest experience Team development Financial management Operational execution Hands-on leadership style with the ability to lead from the floor Experience with private events, beverage-driven environments, or community-driven concepts is a plus Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills Why This Role Opportunity to lead a growing, high-profile hospitality concept Strong ownership and operational influence Collaborative and guest-focused culture Growth potential within an expanding restaurant group Ability to make a significant impact in a developing market