General Manager

Davis Hospitality Group is always interested in connecting with experienced hospitality leaders who are passionate about people, service, and running great restaurants. This role is designed to build a strong bench of management talent across our restaurants, including Eliza Restaurant & Bar, JED's Local Restaurant, and Josephine's Italian Cuisine.

Who You Are:

• Seasoned hospitality professional with multiple years of restaurant management experience
• Calm, professional, and confident - especially under pressure
• A natural leader who sets the tone, leads by example, and earns trust
• Highly reliable, organized, and accountable
• Passionate about hospitality, teamwork, and continuous improvement

What You'll Do

• Lead daily front-of-house operations to deliver consistently excellent guest experiences
• Coach, train, and develop service teams with clear standards and expectations
• Maintain a positive, professional, and respectful work environment
• Oversee scheduling, staffing, and labor with an eye toward both quality and efficiency
• Ensure cleanliness, organization, and care of the physical space
• Handle guest feedback and resolve issues with grace and professionalism
• Collaborate closely with culinary leadership and ownership
• Support administrative responsibilities such as ordering, systems, and reporting as needed

What We're Looking For

• Proven leadership experience in a full-service restaurant environment
• Strong communication skills - written and verbal
• Sound judgment, attention to detail, and follow-through
• Comfort using restaurant systems and technology (POS, reservations, scheduling tools)
• A long-term mindset and pride in building strong teams and strong culture

Benefits:

• Competitive Pay
• Bonus Plan
• Flexible Schedule
• Ongoing Training / Opportunities for Advancement
• Dining Allowance
• Referral Program

About the Davis Hospitality Group:

Davis Hospitality Group is a family-owned hospitality company based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, founded by Sally and Russell Davis. The group is behind Eliza Restaurant & Bar, JED's Local Po-Boys, and Josephine's Italian Restaurant-independent, neighborhood-driven restaurants rooted in scratch-made cooking, thoughtful sourcing, and a strong sense of place. Across all concepts, Davis Hospitality Group is guided by a shared commitment to quality, operational excellence, and thoughtful hospitality.
Supplemental pay

• Bonus pay

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Employee discount