General Manager

**About Us:** Blue Shock Executive Search, established in 2003, is a renowned executive search firm excelling in recruiting top\-tier candidates across the restaurant, hospitality, and food service\-related sectors. As industry leaders, we specialize in forging connections between exceptional talent and leading employers in Canada and the US. **Job Title: General Manager** **Location: Calgary** Be part of a highly regarded and forward\-thinking organization. This role is for an experienced **General Manager** who thrives in an upscale, polished dining environment known for premium food, exceptional service, and a refined guest experience. You will lead the full operation, influence profitability, and create a culture where guests and staff feel genuinely looked after. This position calls for strong leadership, excellent communication, and a deep understanding of both the business and hospitality sides of a high\-end restaurant. **Offer:** * Competitive compensation ranging from $80,000 – $90,000/annually. * Bonus: Potential up to $20,000/annually. * Comprehensive benefits package to support health and wellness. * Paid vacation program to ensure work\-life balance. **Qualifications:** • Minimum of three to five years in a senior manager or General Manager position • Background in upscale or fine dining service • Strong understanding of private dining, special events, and banquet\-style operations • Proven ability to supervise, train, and develop teams • Comfortable with financial reporting, forecasting, and budgeting • Skilled in managing controllable costs and administrative tasks • Able to handle pressure and difficult situations with calm professionalism • Flexible schedule with the willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays • Highly organized and capable of managing multiple projects at once • Passionate about exceptional food, wine, and guest experience **Responsibilities:** • Create and manage detailed budgets • Prepare and submit daily, weekly, and monthly revenue reports • Hire, train, coach, and evaluate staff at all levels • Communicate clearly and consistently in both verbal and written form • Oversee all administrative aspects of the restaurant • Lead and support menu updates and operational system changes • Approve all scheduling and manage labour forecasts • Work closely with other departments to maintain a positive, productive workplace • Provide leadership to four to six managers and supervisors, along with a large hourly team • Build a strong working partnership with the Chef and Sommelier • Create and launch engaging and profitable food and beverage promotions **Out\-of\-Country Applicants:** We appreciate your interest in our organization. Regrettably, at this time, we are unable to provide sponsorship or assistance with international relocation. To be considered for this position, we kindly request that applicants presently reside in Calgary or Canada. Thank you for your understanding.