General Manager - Private, Elevated Hospitality Concept

?? Southeast U.S. (Relocation Opportunity) About the OpportunityWe are partnering with a luxury hospitality group to identify a General Manager for a private, high-touch cocktail-driven concept within an upscale hotel environment. This is not a traditional restaurant role. This opportunity is built for a leader who understands how to create an experience, not just manage an operation—someone who thrives in a relationship-driven, member-style environment where consistency, personalization, and presence matter. Comp Set: $90,000 Base + 10% Bonus + Full Benefits What You'll Be Responsible ForLeading the Experience Create a strong sense of belonging for guests and members Build meaningful relationships that drive repeat visitation Maintain a visible, hands-on presence during service Elevate service standards beyond transactional interactions Owning the Operation Oversee daily operations of a cocktail-forward, high-touch environment Lead and develop a team of approximately 30 team members Maintain discipline around labor, scheduling, and cost controls Ensure service execution aligns with elevated hospitality standards Driving Performance Manage P&L performance and operational efficiency Balance guest experience with financial results Support programming, events, and seasonal activation's Building the Team Recruit, train, and develop a strong service-driven culture Coach and mentor team members in real time Set clear expectations and maintain accountability What We're Looking ForIdeal Profile Hospitality-first leader with a strong floor presence Polished and professional, yet approachable and authentic Emotionally intelligent with strong guest awareness Hands-on operator with attention to detail RequirementsPreferred Background Luxury hotel outlet, private club, or high-end standalone concept Experience in cocktail-forward or experiential environments Strong financial and operational acumen Background in structured service cultures (Forbes-level, boutique luxury, etc.) What Doesn't Work Transactional or checklist-style management Leaders who prefer to operate from the office Overly rigid or corporate leadership styles Inconsistent operational or financial discipline BenefitsCompensation & Benefits $90,000 base salary 10% annual bonus Comprehensive benefits package Growth and advancement opportunities