Job Title: Restaurant Manager

Location: West Lafayette, IN

Salary: $60K - $65K

Benefits: Relocation(TBD), Day ONE Benefits, Sick/PTO, 401K w/ Match, Paternal, Paid Parking

About Company / Opportunity:

A newly opened, upscale steakhouse is looking to add a Restaurant Manager to its team. This is an exciting opportunity to join an exceptional American steakhouse experience that caters to golfers and local diners alike. Must have experience working in fast paced, high volume, full service restaurants managing large teams! Join a team that values hospitality, teamwork, and work-life balance.

Key daily responsibilities:

• Lead all restaurant, lounge, and kitchen operations to deliver exceptional guest experiences and consistently high standards of service and presentation.
• Ensure compliance with operational systems, processes, and procedures to maintain a safe, efficient, and high-performing environment.
• Drive daily leadership functions including scheduling, payroll, and financial oversight to support profitability and operational success.
• Build and inspire a guest-focused culture by coaching, mentoring, and developing team members.
• Anticipate challenges, solve problems proactively, and adapt quickly in a fast-paced setting.
• Partner with culinary and service teams to create seamless, memorable dining experiences.
• Lead, coach, and inspire employees ensuring guest satisfaction at all times.
• Training, development, and coaching staff to ensure positive team environment.
• Supporting training, scheduling, and team development
• Conducting pre-shift meetings and communicating daily goals.

Qualifications:

• A genuine passion for hospitality and a positive, solutions-oriented mindset.
• Proven ability and enthusiasm for training, developing, and motivating future leaders.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to remain calm and effective under pressure in a dynamic environment.
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience in food and beverage operations.

If you are interested in this position, please submit your resume to: mckenna@geckohospitality.com