Restaurant Operating Partner

Upscale Casual Dining Concept

Knoxville, TN

Are you ready to take charge and make your mark in the hospitality industry? We’re searching for a dynamic Operating Partner to lead the way in launching an exciting new full-service restaurant with a full bar in Knoxville, TN.

This isn’t just a job—it’s a unique opportunity to become an owner and invest in your future. With a stake in your restaurant’s success, you’ll grow personally, professionally, and financially. Imagine turning your hard work and leadership into equity and long-term financial returns.

If you have an entrepreneurial mindset and the drive to lead a groundbreaking concept from the ground up, this is your chance to shine.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the new restaurant launch, managing vendor procurement, staffing, training, and ensuring flawless execution.
• Collaborate with ownership to establish strategic goals, budget forecasts, and growth initiatives.
• Build and inspire a high-performing team focused on delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Oversee daily operations, ensuring excellence in both front-of-house and back-of-house workflows.
• Drive financial performance, including profit forecasting, cost controls, and increasing revenue.
• Establish a culture of passion, teamwork, and accountability.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of proven success as a General Manager, Owner/Operator, or Managing Partner in the full-service dining segment. High-volume, fast-casual scratch kitchen experience may also be considered.
• A strong entrepreneurial mindset with the skills and motivation to oversee new business operations.
• Exceptional financial acumen and a deep understanding of the numbers driving restaurant profitability.
• A history of stability and success within the restaurant industry.
• Proven ability to lead and inspire diverse teams in fast-paced environments.
• Natural leadership skills; humble, articulate, intelligent, and professional.
• Compensation and Incentives:Competitive base salary of $65,000–$75,000, based on experience.
• Real equity opportunities extended after 12 months of success—you’ll share in the business you help to build.
• Long-term career growth alongside the company.
• Single-member insurance coverage as part of your benefits package.
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Why Join Us?

Our goal for every Operating Partner is ambitious yet achievable—surpass $250,000 annually in income and returns within 5–7 years. You’ll have the opportunity to lead, build, and grow a concept while directly benefiting from your efforts and contributions. This is your chance to turn your vision into reality and build lasting success in an environment that values intelligence, humility, and professionalism.

Join the Team

We’re seeking high-caliber leaders who are ready to roll up their sleeves and create something extraordinary. If this sounds like you, take the first step toward building a partnership with us.

Apply today and start shaping your future in hospitality leadership! If interested, please send your resume to cindy@geckohospitality.com.

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