Bench General Manager

Luna Grill • Tustin, CA

5d • $65,000 - $80,000

About The Position

Are you a proven restaurant leader who thrives in fast-paced environments, builds strong teams, and drives results wherever you go? As a Bench General Manager, you’ll step into a high-impact leadership role supporting multiple locations, mentoring future leaders, and ensuring operational excellence across the board.
If you’re hands-on, adaptable, and passionate about developing people while delivering exceptional guest experiences — we want to meet you.

Requirements

• 5+ years of restaurant management experience
• Strong understanding of both FOH & BOH operations
• Proven leadership and people development skills
• Experience managing P&L, labor, and cost controls
• Ability to coach, hold accountability, and inspire teams
• Detail-oriented, organized, and solution-focused
• Tech savvy (POS, KDS, Dayforce, Microsoft Office)
• Valid Food Manager Certification required
• Flexible schedule including nights, weekends & holidays
• Willing and able to travel between locations

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee daily operations at assigned restaurant locations
• Serve as Acting General Manager when needed and support multiple restaurants
• Drive operational excellence in food quality, cleanliness, safety, and hospitality
• Lead, coach, and develop high-performing teams and future leaders
• Build a strong leadership pipeline by mentoring AGMs, Shift Leaders, and Team Members
• Own operational execution including opening, mid-shift, and closing procedures
• Be the final decision-maker on escalated guest concerns, leading with hospitality
• Manage labor, food, and operating costs to achieve financial goals
• Analyze reports and trends to improve performance and profitability
• Partner with the District Manager to execute strategic and operational initiatives
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and accountability-driven culture
• Support local marketing and community engagement efforts

Benefits

• $23.00–$28.00/hr (Based on a 50-hour workweek: 40 regular / 10 overtime) (compensation varies by region and market)
• Target Base Pay: $65,000–$80,000 annually (DOE)
• Plus: Quarterly Bonus Opportunities
• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off, Paid Holidays and Sick leave
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Employee Referral Bonuses

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed