Job Overview
Wahoo's Fish Taco is seeking an energetic, experienced, and results-driven General Manager to lead our Lake Travis-area restaurant in Austin, Texas. The General Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of daily restaurant operations, driving sales growth, delivering exceptional guest experiences, developing team members, and maintaining the high standards that define the Wahoo's brand.
The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, inspires teams to perform at their best, and is passionate about hospitality, food quality, and operational excellence.
We are seeking a dynamic and energetic Restaurant Venue General Manager to lead our bustling dining establishment to new heights! In this pivotal role, you will oversee all aspects of restaurant operations, ensuring exceptional customer experiences, efficient staff management, and seamless service delivery. Your leadership will drive the team’s success, uphold food safety standards, and foster a vibrant hospitality environment that keeps guests coming back. If you thrive in fast-paced settings and are passionate about food service management, this is your opportunity to make a significant impact!
Duties
- Lead daily restaurant operations, including supervising staff, managing shifts, and ensuring smooth service flow in a quick service & fast food environment.
- Oversee food preparation, cooking, and food handling processes to maintain high quality standards and compliance with safety regulations.
- Manage inventory control, including ordering supplies, monitoring stock levels, and minimizing waste through effective food management practices.
- Utilize POS systems such as Aloha POS and Micros POS for accurate cash handling, sales tracking, and reporting.
- Train and develop team members in customer service excellence, food safety protocols, kitchen procedures, and operational standards.
- Conduct staff hiring interviews, performance evaluations, and ongoing training sessions to build a motivated and skilled team.
- Ensure compliance with health codes, sanitation standards, and food safety regulations across all restaurant areas.
- Coordinate catering events and banquet services when applicable to expand revenue streams.
- Implement budgeting strategies to control costs while maintaining quality service delivery.
- Foster a welcoming hospitality environment that emphasizes guest satisfaction and repeat business.
Experience
- Proven management experience within the food industry, particularly in quick service & fast food or casual dining settings.
- Extensive background in food preparation, cooking techniques, kitchen management, and culinary operations.
- Demonstrated supervisory experience with team management, staff training & development, and interviewing skills.
- Familiarity with POS systems such as Aloha POS and Micros POS for transaction processing and reporting.
- Strong knowledge of food safety standards, sanitation practices, and health regulations.
- Experience in inventory control, food production planning, budgeting, and cost management.
- Prior hospitality or hotel experience is advantageous but not required; a background in fine dining or catering can be beneficial as well.
- Excellent leadership skills with the ability to motivate teams in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards of customer service. Join us as a Restaurant Venue General Manager where your leadership will inspire excellence every day! We’re committed to supporting your growth through comprehensive training & development programs while providing an energetic work environment that celebrates teamwork and innovation. All roles are paid positions—your expertise will help shape memorable dining experiences for our valued guests!
Pay: $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Relocation assistance
Work Location: In person
