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General Manager - Restaurant & Bar

Akron, OHFull-time$60,000 – $80,000/yr
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Experienced, hands-on General Manager for a full-service restaurant & bar. You own the whole operation — FOH and BOH teams, labor, guest experience, and profitability. This is the $60–80k GM track (Cheers pattern), not the $45–65k floor Manager role.

About Cheers: Cheers Montrose is the neighborhood sports bar in Akron where people go when they want the night to be easy: strong drinks, solid bar food, weekday specials, happy hour, and a place that actually feels familiar instead of corporate. Open daily from 11am to 2:30am, it owns the sweet spot between after-work hangout,…

What you'll do:

  • Lead and develop FOH and BOH teams
  • Hire, train, coach, and hold employees accountable
  • Manage scheduling, labor, and daily operations
  • Ensure excellent guest service and food quality
  • Control food, beverage, and labor costs
  • Maintain cleanliness, safety, and health department standards
  • Manage inventory and ordering
  • Help drive sales and restaurant profitability

What you'll need:

  • 3+ years of restaurant management experience (General Manager preferred)
  • Full-service restaurant or bar experience
  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • Experience with scheduling, inventory, and cost control
  • Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays

Nice to have:

  • Multi-unit or turnaround experience
  • Bar program or beverage management background
  • ServSafe Manager certification

Benefits & perks:

  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Bonus opportunities
  • Employee discounts
  • Growth opportunities within Rogue Restaurant Group

Schedule: Full-time, salaried; flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.

About Cheers

  • Industry: Restaurant / Sports Bar
  • Location: Akron
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