Job Type
Full-time
Description
GENERAL MANAGER - Curry Up Now (San Mateo & Palo Alto)
We're hiring two General Managers to lead our San Mateo (full service) and Palo Alto (fast casual) locations. If you're a dynamic, driven leader ready to own your restaurant like it's your own business-we want to talk.
Who You'll Work With
You'll report directly to the Director of Ops and CEO, and lead a talented in-store team: AGM, Kitchen Manager, Shift Leads, and full staff.
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation aligned with market benchmarks
- 10 paid vacation days (accrued in year 1, usable in year 2)
- Sick leave (as per local/state/federal policy)
- 50% paid medical insurance after 60 days
- Cell phone reimbursement
- Commuter benefits
- Maternity/Paternity leave
- Free shift meals + discounts across all our locations
Why This Role Matters
You'll be the P&L owner and cultural anchor for your location. From top-line growth to team development and local community engagement-you'll shape how Curry Up Now thrives in your city.
What You'll Drive
Performance & Financials
- Full ownership of restaurant performance (sales, labor, COGS, budget)
- Develop and execute smart, local strategies to grow revenue
- Analyze performance and adjust in real time for maximum impact
- Partner with HQ to run forecasting, budgeting, and reporting
Operations & Standards
- Uphold brand standards in quality, service, and cleanliness
- Lead restaurant scheduling, service execution, and guest experience
- Coordinate with bar and kitchen leadership to optimize offerings
- Oversee all audits, safety protocols, and compliance
Team Leadership
- Hire, train, develop, and retain a top-performing team
- Mentor future leaders with quarterly promotion goals
- Conduct reviews, coaching, and daily operational alignment
- Create a work environment rooted in respect, energy, and growth
Culture & Community
- Be the face of Curry Up Now in your neighborhood
- Own your store's vibe-fun, fast-paced, high-integrity
- Engage with local businesses, schools, and nonprofits
- Bring our story to life with guests and your team
Franchise & Training Support
- Complete franchise certification within 60 days
- Support new restaurant openings and train franchisees as needed
Admin & Execution
- Own daily reporting, payroll, invoicing, and audits
- Stay responsive and communicative (email, tools, team chats)
- Maintain tight systems for cash handling, labor, and ordering
- Follow through on company rollouts, policies, and initiatives
What You Bring
- 3-5+ years in a high-volume GM or multi-unit leadership role
- Experience with fast casual and/or full service operations
- Strong command of labor, financials, and training systems
- Ability to lead from the front-hands-on, operational, and engaged
- A builder's mindset-willing to grow, fix, coach, and improve
- Passion for hospitality and food with a high attention to detail
Physical Expectations
- Able to stand/walk for prolonged periods
- Able to lift/carry heavy items as needed
- Willing to support line or service if needed during peak hours
If you're ready to take full ownership of a high-performing location and be part of a growing brand with serious momentum,
this is your opportunity.
Requirements
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
- Three to five years management experience in the restaurant industry. Indian experience highly preferred
- Demonstrated success in financial management and people development
- Knowledge of OSHA and EEOC regulations, restaurant/food safety procedures, federal and state employment laws, on-boarding and employee exit requirements
- Must have computer and Point of Sale (POS) skills with a proficiency in Word, Excel, and the ability to navigate through the Internet and various software platforms used by the company
- Ability to successfully perform all job duties of all service positions in the restaurant
- Ability to work a minimum of 55-60 hours a week if business demand requires it
- Food Safety Manager certification required
- Strong organizational skills with excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to communicate with all levels of the organization
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, in the English language
- Possesses basic math skill (add, subtract, multiply, divide)
- Places a value on diversity, community, and shows respect for others
- Proven ability to problem solve and handle high stress situations
- Ability to interpret financial statements and understand contributing factors
- Must be prepared to multitask in accordance with the demands of the business
- Ability to identify and anticipate opportunities and implement corrective action steps
- Ability to work weekends, holidays, and evenings