General Manager

General Manager — Dockside Pub (Swampscott, MA) Location: Swampscott, MA Compensation: $75,000–$90,000/year, depending on experience Type: Full-Time (50 hours a week) Dockside Pub is a small, busy, full-service neighborhood restaurant (60–80 seats) focused on great food, great drinks, and genuine hospitality. We’re hiring a hands-on General Manager to lead day-to-day operations, run strong shifts, and build a team that guests love. What You’ll Do Lead service on the floor and set the standard for hospitality, speed, and quality Hire, train, coach, and schedule FOH staff (support BOH staffing as needed) Drive sales through execution, table touches, upselling, and team development Manage labor and costs (comps/voids discipline, waste reduction, inventory support) Maintain strong systems: opening/closing, cleanliness, side work, and shift communication Handle guest recovery and protect the Dockside reputation (in-house and online) Ensure compliance with MA health/safety and responsible alcohol service standards Must-Have Schedule Requirement Friday evening and Saturday evening availability is required (no exceptions outside approved PTO) Flexible availability for nights, weekends, and holidays as business demands What We’re Looking For 3+ years restaurant management experience (GM/AGM preferred) Proven ability to lead teams, improve performance, and run smooth, profitable shifts Solid understanding of labor, prime cost, and basic restaurant financials Strong communication, accountability, and calm decision-making under pressure POS and scheduling experience TIPS certification preferred (or willingness to obtain) Why Dockside Competitive salary based on experience A hands-on role with autonomy and clear expectations A tight, community-focused restaurant where leadership matters every day REQUIREMENTS Dockside Pub is a family owned business, thank you for your consideration and time.