General Manager | Barcha | Now Hiring (financial district)

Located in the heart of San Francisco's Financial District, Barcha is a vibrant Mediterranean restaurant celebrating the flavors, traditions, and warm hospitality of the Mediterranean, with a distinctive Middle Eastern influence.

Our restaurant combines thoughtful cuisine, a dynamic beverage program, and warm, genuine hospitality in a lively and welcoming environment. From business lunches and intimate dinners to large private events, Barcha offers a diverse dining experience built around great food, meaningful connections, and exceptional service.

We are looking for an experienced, passionate, and hands-on General Manager to lead our team and oversee all aspects of restaurant operations. The Position:

The General Manager is responsible for the overall performance of the restaurant, balancing exceptional hospitality with strong operational execution, financial discipline, and thoughtful team leadership.

We are seeking a confident, organized, and emotionally intelligent leader who takes ownership of the business, develops strong teams, and leads by example.

The ideal candidate understands that great hospitality starts with taking care of the people who deliver it. Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, inspire, and develop a high-performing front-of-house management and service team.

• Foster a positive, collaborative, and accountable work environment built on mutual respect and professionalism.

• Recruit, train, coach, and retain talented hospitality professionals.

• Establish clear expectations, provide consistent feedback, and support the professional growth of team members.

• Lead by example, maintaining a strong and visible presence during service.

Restaurant Operations

• Oversee all aspects of daily restaurant operations, ensuring consistency, efficiency, and exceptional guest experiences.

• Maintain high standards of service, cleanliness, organization, and presentation.

• Collaborate closely with the Executive Chef and culinary leadership to ensure seamless coordination between front and back of house.

• Develop and maintain effective operating procedures, training programs, and service standards.

• Proactively identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and the guest experience.

• Ensure compliance with all applicable health, safety, labor, and employment regulations.

Financial Performance & Business Management

• Take ownership of the restaurant's financial performance, including revenue, labor, cost controls, and profitability.

• Develop and manage labor budgets, scheduling, and staffing levels based on business needs.

• Analyze financial reports, sales trends, and key performance indicators to identify opportunities for improvement.

• Oversee inventory management, purchasing, and operational expenses.

• Work closely with the Director of Operations to establish financial objectives and implement strategies to achieve them.

Guest Experience & Business Development

• Build meaningful relationships with guests and cultivate a loyal customer base.

• Maintain a strong presence on the dining room floor, ensuring every guest receives attentive and genuine hospitality.

• Handle guest feedback and service challenges with professionalism, empathy, and sound judgment.

• Collaborate with the events and management teams to support private dining, corporate events, and other revenue opportunities.

• Identify opportunities to strengthen Barcha's reputation and presence within the San Francisco dining community.

• Minimum 3–5 years of restaurant management experience, including experience as a General Manager or senior restaurant leader.

• Experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant environment.

• Strong understanding of restaurant financials, labor management, cost controls, and operational performance.

• Demonstrated ability to recruit, develop, and retain successful teams.

• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Strong emotional intelligence and the ability to navigate challenging situations professionally.

• A genuine passion for hospitality, food, wine, and the restaurant industry.

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment while maintaining composure and attention to detail.

• Experience with restaurant POS, scheduling, inventory, and reservation management systems.

• Annual salary: $95,000–$110,000, depending on experience.

• Health insurance: 100% employer-paid Kaiser Gold medical coverage.

• Paid time off: Two weeks of annual PTO.

• Additional time off: Scheduled restaurant closures around select holidays, including extended closures during certain holiday periods, in addition to regular PTO.

• Retirement: 401(k) retirement savings plan.

• Career development: Opportunities for professional growth within our expanding restaurant group.

• Work environment: A supportive, collaborative leadership team committed to operational excellence and employee development.

We believe successful restaurants are built on strong teams, clear communication, mutual respect, and consistent execution.

We value leaders who combine high standards with empathy, accountability with support, and operational discipline with a genuine love for hospitality.

If you are a thoughtful, driven hospitality professional who takes pride in developing people and creating memorable guest experiences, we would love to hear from you.