General Manager

Sancerre Hospitality is a Chicago-based restaurant group with a passion for developing concepts that combine culinary excellence and impeccable service with a high-energy atmosphere to create one-of-a-kind experiences.

Sancerre is now hiring a General Manager for a restaurant located in Chicago’s West Loop neighborhood. Our ideal candidate is a strong, poised leader who wants to cultivate an environment of growth, is able to perform calmly and effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, is capable of multi-tasking and prioritizing responsibilities, and shares our passion for genuine hospitality, authentic guest relations, and all things food and beverage.

If you feel you meet the below requirements, please respondwith a copy of your resume and a cover letter detailing why you would be a great addition to our team.

• Must have at least 4 years of upper management experience in a systems-based, full-service, high-volume restaurant setting.

• Must have comprehensive operations experience, including:

• Ability to order beverage inventory and maintain vendor relations.
• Ability to manage and control labor, food, and beverage costs.
• Ability to manage the floor, including: touching tables, running food, overseeing staff, and monitoring the door.
• Ability to manage the FOH staff, including: training, coaching, supporting, and disciplining.
• Ability to oversee the training and education of staff on the finer points of service, including: food and beverage knowledge, steps of service, wine service, table-side presence, guest relations, and all other things required to maintain a high level of fine dining service.
• Ability to schedule FOH staff while taking into account team members’ strengths and weaknesses, current business levels, special events, and budgeted labor.
• Ability to open and close the restaurant, including: preparing and reconciling closing banks, conducting inspired pre-shifts with your team, writing daily recaps, and doing final restaurant walk-throughs.

• Must have extensive food and beverage knowledge, as well as a strong awareness of Chicago’s restaurant scene.

• Must have the ability to work a variety of hours, days, and shifts, including weekends and late nights.

• Must have the ability to stand and walk at a steady pace for periods of up to 8 hours or more.

• Must have the ability to frequently lift and / or move up to 50 pounds.

• Must have State of Illinois Basset Certification.

• Must have State of Illinois Food Handlers Certification.

• Must have complete knowledge and understanding of sanitation and safety laws.

• Must be at least 21 years of age and legally able to serve alcohol in the city of Chicago.

• State of Illinois and City of Chicago Foodservice Manager Certification is a plus.

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