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.
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.
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Competitive compensation aligned with market benchmarks
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10 paid vacation days (accrued in year 1, usable in year 2)
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Sick leave (as per local/state/federal policy)
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50% paid medical insurance after 60 days
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Cell phone reimbursement
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Commuter benefits
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Maternity/Paternity leave
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Free shift meals + discounts across all our locations
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.
Performance & Financials
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Full ownership of restaurant performance (sales, labor, COGS, budget)
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Develop and execute smart, local strategies to grow revenue
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Analyze performance and adjust in real time for maximum impact
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Partner with HQ to run forecasting, budgeting, and reporting
Operations & Standards
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Uphold brand standards in quality, service, and cleanliness
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Lead restaurant scheduling, service execution, and guest experience
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Coordinate with bar and kitchen leadership to optimize offerings
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Oversee all audits, safety protocols, and compliance
Team Leadership
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Hire, train, develop, and retain a top-performing team
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Mentor future leaders with quarterly promotion goals
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Conduct reviews, coaching, and daily operational alignment
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Create a work environment rooted in respect, energy, and growth
Culture & Community
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Be the face of Curry Up Now in your neighborhood
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Own your store’s vibe—fun, fast-paced, high-integrity
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Engage with local businesses, schools, and nonprofits
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Bring our story to life with guests and your team
Franchise & Training Support
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Complete franchise certification within 60 days
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Support new restaurant openings and train franchisees as needed
Admin & Execution
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Own daily reporting, payroll, invoicing, and audits
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Stay responsive and communicative (email, tools, team chats)
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Maintain tight systems for cash handling, labor, and ordering
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Follow through on company rollouts, policies, and initiatives
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3–5+ years in a high-volume GM or multi-unit leadership role
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Experience with fast casual and/or full service operations
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Strong command of labor, financials, and training systems
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Ability to lead from the front—hands-on, operational, and engaged
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A builder’s mindset—willing to grow, fix, coach, and improve
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Passion for hospitality and food with a high attention to detail
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Able to stand/walk for prolonged periods
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Able to lift/carry heavy items as needed
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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
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Three to five years management experience in the restaurant industry. Indian experience highly preferred
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Demonstrated success in financial management and people development
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Knowledge of OSHA and EEOC regulations, restaurant/food safety procedures, federal and state employment laws, on-boarding and employee exit requirements
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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
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Ability to successfully perform all job duties of all service positions in the restaurant
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Ability to work a minimum of 55-60 hours a week if business demand requires it
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Food Safety Manager certification required
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Strong organizational skills with excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to communicate with all levels of the organization
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Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, in the English language
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Possesses basic math skill (add, subtract, multiply, divide)
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Places a value on diversity, community, and shows respect for others
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Proven ability to problem solve and handle high stress situations
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Ability to interpret financial statements and understand contributing factors
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Must be prepared to multitask in accordance with the demands of the business
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Ability to identify and anticipate opportunities and implement corrective action steps
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Ability to work weekends, holidays, and evenings
