General Manager

General Manager - Full Time
Joe's Pizza and Pasta | Edwardsville, IL

Join the team at Joe's Pizza & Pasta, a beloved family tradition in Illinois for over 47 years. As a General Manager, you will lead a dedicated hospitality team in a fast-paced environment, ensuring that our guests enjoy exceptional service and delicious Italian cuisine. Your leadership will play a crucial role in maintaining our reputation for quality and community connection.

• Team Leadership: Manage front-of-house and back-of-house staff including hiring, training, and scheduling.
• Sales Management: Drive sales and manage food, labor, and operating costs to meet company goals.
• Guest Service: Ensure excellent guest service and professionally handle guest concerns.
• Food Quality: Oversee food quality, presentation, and consistency according to brand standards.
• Safety & Compliance: Maintain a safe, clean, and compliant restaurant environment.
• Inventory Management: Monitor inventory, place orders, and manage vendor relationships.
• Team Culture: Lead team meetings and promote a positive, team-oriented culture.
• Marketing
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Collaborate with ownership on local store marketing and community involvement.

• 3+ years of restaurant management experience (full-service or fast-casual preferred).
• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to motivate a team.
• Results-driven with proven success in managing budgets and achieving sales targets.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
• Passionate about hospitality, guest service, and team development.
• Able to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

• Competitive salary + performance-based bonuses.
• Opportunity for career growth within a well-established, family-owned brand.
• Employee discounts on our famous pizza, pasta, and more.
• Supportive ownership and a team-first culture.
• Be part of a community-focused company with nearly five decades of success.