Restaurant General Manager

Lead a High-Impact Restaurant Operation in a Major Airport!

Join SSP America as our next Restaurant General Manager and guide a full-service concept in one of the most dynamic, fast-paced environments in the industry.

$65,000–$75,000 + Quarterly Bonus + Year-End Super Bonus
Full Benefits • Career Growth • National Company Footprint

Why This Role Matters

Airport restaurants run differently — higher volume, tighter coordination, and a whole new level of operational challenge. As the General Manager, you run the show. You lead the full restaurant operation, collaborate with airport authorities, coach a diverse team, and make decisions that drive guest experience, financial results, and team culture.

This is a role for someone who wants to level up fast, take ownership, and grow in a nationwide organization.

What You’ll Lead

Full restaurant and bar operations
Cost control, ordering, and scheduling
Hiring, training & team leadership
Guest experience & hospitality standards
Safety, compliance & food quality
Collaboration with airport leadership
Forecasting, budgeting & business planning

What You Bring

Minimum 3 years as a Full-Service Restaurant GM (with bar experience)
Strong financial and operational skills
Ability to manage high-volume, multi-priority environments
Experience leading diverse teams
A mindset geared toward service, coaching, and accountability
Comfortable using POS systems, MS Office, and operational tools
A desire to grow — we promote strong leaders fast

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

Quarterly bonus + year-end super bonus
Full medical, dental, vision, life insurance & PTO
401(k) with company match
Airport environment = never boring
Career progression across 60+ airports in North America
Work for one of the largest airport restaurant operators in the world

About SSP America

We’re food traveler experts serving travelers. With restaurants in over 60 airports, we bring local favorites to passengers across North America. If you thrive in action, teamwork, and moving fast — this is your place.

Additional Statements

SSP America is an equal opportunity employer. All decisions concerning the employment relationship will be made without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, age, disability, genetic information, or and other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. SSP America will provide reasonable accommodations during the application and interview process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws.

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