General Manager - New Restaurant Opening Han Dynasty - 3.2 Jersey City, NJ Job Details Full-time $80,000 - $85,000 a year 6 hours ago Benefits Paid training Health insurance Paid time off Employee discount Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Teamwork Talent management Leadership development Team development Cash handling Full Job Description

GENERAL MANAGER

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NEW RESTAURANT OPENING

Han Dynasty Restaurant Group | Jersey City, NJ Han Dynasty Restaurant Group is seeking an experienced, hands-on General Manager to lead the opening and ongoing operation of our newest location in Jersey City, New Jersey . Known for bold, authentic Sichuan cuisine and a high-energy dining experience, Han Dynasty is looking for a hospitality leader who understands that a successful restaurant is built through great people, disciplined operations, exceptional food and service, and consistent financial performance. This is a key leadership position with responsibility for building the opening team, establishing the restaurant's culture and operating standards, executing a successful opening, and delivering strong long-term results.

THE ROLE

The General Manager will have full responsibility for the day-to-day operation and performance of the Jersey City restaurant, working directly with the Director of Operations and ownership. The ideal candidate is equally comfortable on the dining room floor, reviewing a P&L, coaching a manager, resolving a guest issue, analyzing labor, and preparing the restaurant for a busy service. This is not a desk-management position. We are looking for a visible, engaged leader who sets the standard through presence, accountability, and example.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

New Restaurant Opening Partner with senior leadership to execute all aspects of the Jersey City opening. Recruit, interview, hire, train, and develop the opening management and hourly teams. Establish opening pars, operating systems, service standards, training procedures, and daily routines. Coordinate pre-opening training, mock services, opening inventories, vendor readiness, and operational setup. Ensure the restaurant is fully prepared for opening day and the critical first months of operation. Operations & Guest Experience Lead all daily FOH and BOH operations while maintaining Han Dynasty's standards for food, hospitality, cleanliness, and execution. Maintain a strong presence during peak services and actively manage the guest experience. Ensure consistent execution of company service standards and operating procedures. Handle guest feedback professionally and use it to improve the operation. Maintain restaurant facilities, equipment, organization, sanitation, and appearance at a consistently high level. Financial Performance Take ownership of restaurant-level financial performance and P&L results. Develop and manage labor based on forecasted sales and business needs. Monitor food, beverage, labor, operating expenses, purchasing, waste, and controllable costs. Review sales, PPA, product mix, labor productivity, COGS, inventory, and other operating KPIs. Identify opportunities to increase revenue while protecting profitability and the guest experience. Participate in budgeting, forecasting, inventory management, and financial reviews. Leadership & Team Development Build a culture of accountability, professionalism, teamwork, and hospitality. Recruit and retain strong management and hourly talent. Coach and develop managers into effective restaurant leaders. Conduct productive pre-shifts, manager meetings, training sessions, and performance conversations. Establish clear expectations and consistently hold the team accountable to them. Create an environment where employees are supported, challenged, and given opportunities to develop. Compliance & Safety Maintain compliance with all applicable New Jersey and local health, safety, labor, liquor, and employment requirements. Maintain accurate restaurant documentation and required certifications. Ensure proper food-safety, sanitation, cash-handling, alcohol-service, and workplace-safety procedures.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

5+ years of restaurant management experience , with significant General Manager or senior restaurant leadership experience strongly preferred. Experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant environment . New restaurant opening experience strongly preferred. Demonstrated knowledge of restaurant P&L management, budgeting, labor management, COGS, inventory, purchasing, and cost controls. Strong understanding of both FOH and BOH operations. Proven ability to recruit, train, develop, and retain high-performing teams. Strong leadership presence and willingness to work alongside the team. Excellent communication, organization, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. Availability to work the schedule required by the business, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Knowledge of Sichuan or Chinese cuisine is valuable but not required . Strong restaurant leadership and a genuine willingness to learn the cuisine are more important.

THE PERSON WE WANT

We are looking for someone who treats the restaurant as if it were their own business. You should understand the numbers, but never lose sight of the guest. You should demand high standards, but also know how to teach people how to reach them. You should be able to identify problems before they become crises, communicate clearly with your team, and remain composed when the restaurant is at its busiest. Most importantly, you should want to build something . The Jersey City GM will have the opportunity to establish the culture of a brand-new Han Dynasty restaurant from the beginning and develop a team capable of delivering excellent results consistently.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Competitive base salary, $80,000-$85,000/year, renegotiable after 6 months. Additional compensation and benefits may include: Performance-based bonus opportunity Paid time off Health benefits Dining benefits Professional development and advancement opportunities Opportunity for continued growth within Han Dynasty Restaurant Group Specific compensation and benefits will be discussed during the interview process.

JOIN HAN DYNASTY

If you are an experienced restaurant leader who combines strong operational discipline with genuine hospitality and you are excited by the opportunity to open, build, and lead a restaurant from the ground up , we would like to hear from you. Please submit your résumé along with a brief introduction outlining your restaurant leadership experience and any previous new-opening experience. Han Dynasty Restaurant Group Jersey City, New Jersey Han Dynasty Restaurant Group is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Pay:

$80,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Paid training

Work Location:

In person