Job Details

General Manager

Davis Hospitality Group is always interested in connecting with experienced hospitality leaders who are passionate about people, service, and running great restaurants. This role is designed to build a strong bench of management talent across our restaurants, including Eliza Restaurant & Bar, JED's Local Restaurant, and Josephine's Italian Cuisine.

Who You Are:

• Seasoned hospitality professional with multiple years of restaurant management experience
• Calm, professional, and confident especially under pressure
• A natural leader who sets the tone, leads by example, and earns trust
• Highly reliable, organized, and accountable
• Passionate about hospitality, teamwork, and continuous improvement

What You'll Do

• Lead daily front-of-house operations to deliver consistently excellent guest experiences
• Coach, train, and develop service teams with clear standards and expectations
• Maintain a positive, professional, and respectful work environment
• Oversee scheduling, staffing, and labor with an eye toward both quality and efficiency
• Ensure cleanliness, organization, and care of the physical space
• Handle guest feedback and resolve issues with grace and professionalism
• Collaborate closely with culinary leadership and ownership
• Support administrative responsibilities such as ordering, systems, and reporting as needed

What We're Looking For

• Proven leadership experience in a full-service restaurant environment
• Strong communication skills written and verbal
• Sound judgment, attention to detail, and follow-through
• Comfort using restaurant systems and technology (POS, reservations, scheduling tools)
• A long-term mindset and pride in building strong teams and strong culture

Benefits:

• Competitive Pay
• Bonus Plan
• Flexible Schedule
• Ongoing Training / Opportunities for Advancement
• Dining Allowance
• Referral Program
• Paid time off
• Employee discount

Davis Hospitality Group is a family-owned hospitality company based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, founded by Sally and Russell Davis. The group is behind Eliza Restaurant & Bar, JED's Local Po-Boys, and Josephine's Italian Restaurantindependent, neighborhood-driven restaurants rooted in scratch-made cooking, thoughtful sourcing, and a strong sense of place. Across all concepts, Davis Hospitality Group is guided by a shared commitment to quality, operational excellence, and thoughtful hospitality.