Restaurant General Manager – Yacht Club

We are seeking a high-impact Restaurant General Manager to lead the Yacht Club Restaurant and its associated outlets. This role is designed for a proven hospitality leader with experience in upscale dining, multi-outlet operations, and building high-performing teams.

As the business leader of the Yacht Club, you will be responsible for driving financial performance, elevating the guest experience, and shaping the food, beverage, and service strategy within one of the resort’s most visible and dynamic venues.

This is more than an operational role—it is an opportunity to:

• Lead a flagship waterfront dining experience with strong revenue potential
• Influence and evolve menu, bar, and wine programs
• Drive measurable improvements in guest satisfaction and profitability
• Operate with autonomy and accountability similar to an owner/operator
• Contribute to the ongoing positioning of the Yacht Club as a premier dining destination

• Own full P&L responsibility, including revenue growth, cost control, and profitability
• Develop and implement strategies to increase top-line performance across all outlets
• Identify opportunities to enhance offerings, improve efficiency, and strengthen market positioning

• Lead day-to-day operations across restaurant, bar, and events with a focus on consistency and quality
• Maintain a strong presence on the floor, ensuring elevated service standards and guest engagement
• Implement service enhancements that differentiate the experience (e.g., wine presentation, VIP service)

• Hire, develop, and retain a high-performing team across front-of-house and bar operations
• Establish a culture of accountability, professionalism, and service excellence
• Coach leaders and team members to improve performance, product knowledge, and upselling ability

• Partner with culinary and bar leadership to refine and evolve menu offerings
• Oversee the development and performance of a profitable beverage and wine program
• Manage vendor relationships, purchasing, and inventory to optimize quality and cost

• Oversee execution of private events, weddings, and large-scale functions
• Collaborate with sales and marketing to drive event revenue and guest engagement
• Ensure seamless coordination and delivery of all banquet and group business

• Food Handler’s Certificate, TABC Certification, and TIPS required
• Valid driver’s license
• 5+ years of progressive food & beverage leadership experience
• Proven success managing high-volume or upscale dining operations
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, labor management, and inventory control
• Proficiency in POS systems (Agilysys preferred) and Microsoft Office

• Experience as a General Manager or senior leader in upscale, luxury, or fine dining environments
• Demonstrated success in:
• Opening, repositioning, or evolving restaurant concepts
• Driving revenue growth and improving profitability
• Building or managing wine and beverage programs
• Background in multi-outlet operations, including restaurant, bar, and events
• Advanced knowledge of wine, spirits, and guest experience trends
• Experience leading teams of 30+ employees
• Multilingual capabilities are a plus

• Business and financial acumen
• Leadership and team development
• Operational discipline and execution
• Guest experience innovation
• Food & beverage expertise
• Communication and decision-making