Restaurant General Manager (FT) ("Gerente General de Restaurante")

LOCATION

The Grill at Torrey Pines
Located at The Lodge at Torrey Pines in La Jolla, The Grill embraces the nostalgia of cooking over an open fire. Guests can savor the smoky flavors of dishes from the restaurant’s custom-built wood-burning rotisserie and cozy up for a leisurely meal complete with sweeping views of the iconic Torrey Pines Golf Course. The Grill's welcoming ambiance and exceptional service promise a memorable experience for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

The Lodge at Torrey Pines is owned by Evans Hotels, LLC, a family-owned and operated business committed to supporting and enhancing employee well-being through a variety of programs that nurture our staff professionally and personally. We offer hands-on manager and leadership training, employee appreciation days, and staff awards and recognition. Our team is also dedicated to serving our community through initiatives like company-wide beach clean-ups and volunteer opportunities.

SUMMARY
As the Restaurant General Manager (“Gerente General de Restaurante”) of The Grill at Torrey Pines, you will lead the front-of-house operations of a premier high-end casual dining experience set against the stunning backdrop of the Torrey Pines Golf Course. This role requires a dynamic leader who combines hands-on operational oversight with a passion for warm, authentic hospitality. You will ensure that every guest encounter reflects the service standards of a Forbes-rated, Five-Star, and AAA Five Diamond resort while embracing the relaxed, welcoming spirit of Southern California.

PAY & PERKS

• Compensation: $95,000 - $110,000 DOE**
• Earn $1000 for Culinary, Engineering, Housekeeping, and $350 for all other roles for each hired referral at any Evans Hotels property.
• Discounted Hotel Rooms for you, family and friends.
• Free Employee Parking and/or discounted MTS Pronto card.
• Free Meals & Refreshments during working shifts.
• Career advancement opportunities!
• Health (including SIMNSA), Dental, Vision, 401k with match, life insurance, sick and vacation time.
• Discounts on cell phone bills, shoes, gym memberships, and more!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Oversee daily restaurant operations, including scheduling, payroll, labor control, and inventory management.
• Manage overall financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and achieving revenue, labor, and cost of goods targets.
• Drive top-line performance through strategic planning, service excellence, and innovative programming.
• Represent The Grill and The Lodge at Torrey Pines as leader and ambassador, both on property and in the local hospitality community.
• Maintain a consistent leadership presence through a rotating schedule that supports all shifts and operational needs.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of managers, supervisors, and staff by providing coaching, regular feedback, performance management, and ongoing training.
• Foster a positive, accountable, and service-focused work culture that supports professional growth and leadership development.
• Lead daily floor operations with a visible, hands-on presence, ensuring a personalized and memorable guest experience while championing a service culture grounded i