General Manager

About us

UNCO is a Dallas-based hospitality group behind six unique concepts: HG Sply Co., Leela's Wine Bar, Standard Service, Culpepper Cattle Co., Hero, and Milli.

We're looking for high-energy individuals who thrive in fast-paced environments and want to grow with a company that puts its team and guests at the heart of everything. Our restaurants are built on strong teams, vibrant service, and real connections.

GENERAL MANAGER

Leadership & Culture

• Develop, coach, and grow a team of salaried leaders across all operational pillars (Reeception, Service, Beverage, Culinary).
• Create a culture of accountability, professionalism, and warmth.
• Build internal bench strength through intentional development and promotion.
• Lead with clarity, consistency, and emotional intelligence.

Operational Excellence

• Ensure consistent execution of brand standards across every shift.
• Maintain strong systems that drive speed, quality, and guest experience.
• Partner with managers on the floor to coach real-time execution.
• Uphold safety, cleanliness, and facility standards at all times.

Financial Performance

• Own the restaurant's profitability through disciplined labor and cost management.
• Understand business trends, sales patterns, and key financial drivers.
• Forecast accurately and adjust staffing and strategy to meet business needs.
• Maximize revenue opportunities through operational discipline and guest flow.

Communication & Alignment

• Communicate clearly and consistently with leadership, peers, and support teams.
• Share performance updates, challenges, and wins in a timely manner.
• Ensure expectations are understood and reinforced at every level of the organization.

What We're Looking For

• Proven leadership experience in full-service or high-volume hospitality.
• Strong people development and coaching skills.
• Financial acumen with a working understanding of labor, cost controls, and forecasting.
• Calm, decisive leadership under pressure.

Other Essential Job Requirements

• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods, often the majority of a shift.
• Frequently required to lift and carry up to 25–30 lbs (e.g., cases of product, small equipment).
• Occasionally required to lift and carry up to 50 lbs with assistance.
• Comfortable bending, reaching, and working in fast-paced, high-energy environments.
• Ability to move quickly and safely through crowded spaces and in close proximity to hot surfaces, sharp objects, and cleaning chemicals.
• Must be able to work in both indoor and outdoor environments, sometimes in varying temperatures.
• Maintain visual and auditory awareness to ensure safety, quality, and service standards are met at all times.
• Occasionally required to lift up to 150 lbs with the help of equipment like a dolly.
• Occasionally required to speak in front of large groups, including team members and guests.
• May be required to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays, and adjust to occasional schedule changes based on business needs.