Drive Shack General Manager
Drive Shack is a game-changing innovator in the entertainment industry, offering a refreshing alternative to traditional day and nightlife scenes. At Drive Shack, we don't just provide a place to unwind; we offer a destination where you can be yourself, let loose and create unforgettable memories.
We take pride in crafting exceptional experiences for our guests, from the moment they step through our doors to the time they leave. Our venues feature state-of-the-art technology and offer competitive, social entertainment through golf-related leisure and large-format entertainment, ensuring endless entertainment options for our guests.
We believe that good food and drinks are a vital part of any social outing, which is why we offer a chef-inspired menu and craft cocktails that are sure to tantalize your taste buds. Whether it's a birthday party, corporate event, or just a night out with friends, Drive Shack has everything you need to make your outing truly unforgettable.
Job Purpose
The General Manager (GM) is responsible for the overall operations for the venue, and the results driven by venue performance. This position must be actively involved with each department, ensuring processes work together and people perform together.
The GM is equally responsible for the hospitality and guest service in the venue, ensuring that all associates, work together to deliver exceptional service to all guests. The GM must have awareness of any Human Resources (HR) issues in the venue and achieves this awareness through effective communication strategies.
The GM must also drive venue culture and be actively involved with community outreach.
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily business operations
- Develop and implement revenue growth strategies
- Drive the culture in and out of the venue
- Responsible for training managers and staff for optimum performance and driving sales
- Creating and managing budgets
- Controlling costs and introducing tactical initiative to prevent losses
- Improving revenue growth by strategically identifying sales opportunities locally
- Hiring, training and coaching employees
- Delegating responsibilities to ensure employees grow and develop in their positions
- Employ various initiatives to coach employees to optimize their capabilities
- Evaluating performance and productivity
- Analyzing accounting and financial data and managing budgets
- Monitoring invoices, money handling procedures, accounting, and bank processes
- Overseeing marketing initiatives and special events
- Promoting company-sponsored training and growth initiatives
- Developing and maintaining good working relationships with a variety of people, including vendors, internal stakeholders, staff, and senior management
- Performs other duties as assigned and requested by Regional Director of Operations
Core Competencies
Diversity Management & PromotionBusiness AcumenCritical ThinkingDevelops TalentEntrepreneurial SpiritQualifications and Skills
Minimum of 3-5 years' experience managing a complex leisure entertainment conceptTravel by air and ground transportation unaccompanied and overnight, as necessaryWork extended hours as required and / or during other busy periods based on business needsOperate a personal computer and use required applicationsWork with minimal supervisionRead and comprehend complex printed data / information and reportsPossess excellent verbal and written communication skillsEffectively prepare and present complex information to members of managementExcellent interpersonal and customer service skillsExcellent organizational skills and attention to detailExcellent time management skillsStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsProficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar softwarePrior experience as a General Manager or Assistant General Manager in a high volume ($8M+ annual) restaurant, hotel, or leisure entertainment facilityProven track record of managing complex budgets and increasing revenue successfullyOutstanding verbal and written skills, and experience working with staff on all levelsPrior experience managing major projects and supervising day-to-day activities of workersAbility to communicate effectively and efficiently across levels within the organizationEducation
Bachelor's degree in Business, or relevant field preferredWorking Conditions
Days and hours of work vary by schedule and business needsEvening, weekend, and holiday work will be requiredSpecial working conditions include but are not limited to a range of circumstances such as sitting or standing for periods of timeMay need to lift to 50 poundsReasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functionsDrive Shack is committed to equal opportunity in the workplace, preventing discrimination and harassment, including sexual misconduct, based on legally protected diversity characteristics (such as race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family status, citizenship, genetic information and veteran status) in its application and hiring processes and in its employment decisions. Additionally, Drive Shack takes action to prevent retaliation and to create a respectful, equitable and inclusive environment for everyone.