Restaurant General Manager – Bentonville, Arkansas

We're seeking a hands-on, guest-focused Restaurant General Manager to lead front-of-house operations across a diverse group of dining and beverage venues in Bentonville, Arkansas. In this role, you’ll shape the service culture, guide a team of managers and hospitality professionals, and ensure every guest interaction feels seamless, thoughtful, and memorable. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in dynamic environments, leads with both heart and precision, and understands that exceptional hospitality is built on both operational excellence and human connection.

About the Environment: This is more than just a restaurant job. Our venues range in style and concept, offering unique experiences—from intimate dinners to lively social gatherings. Each space has its own story, and your leadership will help bring it to life.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee, coach, and develop front-of-house teams across a range of dining concepts
• Establish and uphold service expectations to ensure a consistent guest experience
• Build and manage staff schedules that balance operational efficiency with team well-being
• Partner with culinary and beverage leaders to deliver a unified and seamless experience
• Monitor key financial metrics, optimize labor, and manage costs for long-term profitability
• Create and refine systems and workflows that enable growth and operational consistency
• Act as the go-to resource for POS, reservations, and labor management platforms
• Run engaging and informative pre-shift meetings to align and motivate the team
• Stay actively involved during high-volume periods—supporting the floor, resolving issues, and connecting with guests

Compensation:

• Salary: Up to $120,000
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees
• 401(k) match
• Short & Long Term Disability
• PTO
• Live Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Additional benefits shared during the hiring process

What You Bring:

• Minimum of 5-7 years current Restaurant General Manager experience in a fine dining/upscale establishment
• Demonstrated success managing multiple venues or varied dining concepts
• Solid financial acumen with hands-on experience overseeing P&Ls and performance metrics
• Leads with a collaborative, supportive, and results-driven approach
• Values structure, systems, and thoughtful guest experience design
• Comfortable with technology and proficient in key hospitality platforms (POS, reservations, scheduling)
• Maintains calm under pressure and thrives in guest-facing environments
• Brings a strong appreciation for seasonality, purposeful design, and community connection

Apply Today – Restaurant General Manager in Bentonville, Arkansas

For immediate consideration, e-mail your resume to jacob@geckohospitality.com