Olla Cocina is a contemporary Mexican restaurant serving food and drinks in a casual, festive, and convenient service environment. The cuisine and bar program draw inspiration from many regions across Mexico and use seasonal California ingredients for a fresh take on traditional favorites. Located in downtown San Jose\xe2\x80\x99s popular San Pedro Square, Olla is a slice of modern Mexico with a fun and shareable menu of traditional favorites, signature cocktails and local beers and wine on tap. We\'re now hiring an experienced General Manager to lead our talented team! Must be flexible for holidays, evenings and weekends as business dictates. Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred. Olla Cocina is part of Palisades Hospitality, one of the West\'s leading restaurant companies, operating unique restaurants and hotels with opportunities for career growth and advancement. We offer vacation pay, medical, dental, vision, 401k, llife insurance, an employee assistance program and company discounts at our proprietary locations. The General Manager is responsible for the day to day management of the restaurant and for overseeing the operation and staff of the restaurant to ensure the highest level of standards and efficiencies. Sets the standards for quality and cultivates top-performing teams. The scope of this role includes leadership, guest experience, financial performance and budget planning, administration including payroll and labor, marketing and human resources, events and off-site staffing, timely repair and maintenance of the property, compliance to industry and company standards, and adherence to core philosophies. REQUIRED COMPETENCIES: \xc2\xb7 Working knowledge of all management aspects in the restaurant industry. \xc2\xb7 High personal quality expectations; self-directed, high-energy, strong work ethic. \xc2\xb7 Strong self-management skills; ability to plan and organize to handle high volume work load with multiple priorities and to use time efficiently. \xc2\xb7 Set example for others by demonstration of core values, maintain highest standards of confidentiality and professionalism. \xc2\xb7 Ability to allocate resources in a cost-conscious environment \xc2\xb7 Ability to think creatively, present ideas persuasively \xc2\xb7 Skilled in critical thinking and problem solving with the ability to identify issues and mobilize available resources to eliminate project bottlenecks. \xc2\xb7 A proactive, articulate, and diplomatic communicator (oral and written) \xc2\xb7 Must be able to successfully work in a team as well as individually to reach a common goal. \xc2\xb7 Willingness to \xe2\x80\x9croll up the shirt sleeves\xe2\x80\x9d to get the job done. \xc2\xb7 Superb communication & listening skills with the ability to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing. \xc2\xb7 Excellent organization and time management abilities. \xc2\xb7 Ability to effectively manage others to include: staff selection, training, and performance management; working knowledge of wages and hours laws in your state. \xc2\xb7 Overall skills and knowledge of basic mathematical principles and practices. \xc2\xb7 Exceptional attention to detail \xc2\xb7 Strong work ethic \xc2\xb7 Takes personal accountability & responsibility for their role \xc2\xb7 Proficient in: Microsoft Office/Excel, Toast, Point of Sale, Ctuit, Open Table MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: \xc2\xb7 3+ years restaurant management experience of a full service $3M+ annual sales restaurant \xc2\xb7 BA or BS equivalent combination of education and experience \xc2\xb7 Food Handling Certificate \xc2\xb7 Food Safety Certificate \xc2\xb7 TIPS Certificate PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: \xc2\xb7 5+ years restaurant management experience of a full service $3M+ annual sales restaurant \xc2\xb7 Spanish speaking skills are a plus Job Type: Full-time Pay: $95,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 5 years

Restaurant type:

• Bar
• Casual dining restaurant

Shift:

• Day shift
• Evening shift

Experience:

• General Manager: 5 years (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)
• Spanish (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)
• Night Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• San Jose, CA 95110 (Required)

Work Location: In person