General Manager – High-Volume Restaurant

Calypso Bar & Grill | Virginia Beach Oceanfront

Calypso Bar & Grill is hiring an experienced General Manager to lead a high-volume, oceanfront restaurant in a fast-paced, seasonal market. This role is ideal for a proven restaurant operator who thrives under pressure, leads from the floor, and understands how to drive results during peak tourist seasons.

Seasonal Intensity Callout (Read Before Applying)

This is a high-volume, seasonal environment with significant business spikes during spring and summer, holidays, and event weekends. The General Manager is expected to:

• Work extended hours during peak season
• Lead from the floor during high-volume shifts
• Manage large teams and fast operational pivots
  Maintain service standards under pressure

If you prefer a slower-paced or strictly 9–5 environment, this role will not be the right fit.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily restaurant operations with a strong on-floor leadership presence
• Manage P&L performance, including labor control, food cost, beverage cost, and profitability
• Hire, train, coach, and develop managers and hourly staff
• Create and manage schedules aligned with sales forecasts
• Oversee inventory, ordering, vendor relations, and cost controls
• Ensure compliance with Virginia ABC, health department, and safety regulations
• Resolve guest issues quickly and professionally
• Execute private events, large parties, and contracted functions
  Maintain brand standards, cleanliness, and operational consistency

Qualifications & Experience

• 5+ years restaurant management experience, including GM or Senior Manager level
• High-volume restaurant experience required (seasonal, tourist, or oceanfront preferred)
• Strong understanding of P&L management, labor optimization, and COGS
• Proven ability to lead large teams in fast-paced environments
• Working knowledge of POS systems, scheduling software, and inventory systems
• Knowledge of Virginia ABC laws strongly preferred
  Flexible availability including nights, weekends, holidays, and peak seasons

Compensation & Perks

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Dining discounts across Moliar Hospitality Group venues
• Advancement opportunities within a growing hospitality group