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About Swedish Hill
Swedish Hill is a neighborhood café and market from McGuire Moorman Lambert Hospitality (MML), known for its warm hospitality, thoughtful design, and high-quality food and beverage offerings. As part of the MML portfolio, Swedish Hill reflects a commitment to creating memorable guest experiences through attention to detail, community connection, and a culture of excellence.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and driven General Manager to lead operations at Swedish Hill. This role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the business, including guest experience, team leadership, and financial performance. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, is passionate about hospitality, and is committed to fostering a strong, collaborative team culture.
What You’ll Do
- Oversee daily operations to ensure exceptional service, product quality, and guest satisfactionÂ
- Recruit, hire, train, and develop a high-performing teamÂ
- Create and maintain systems for scheduling, training, and performance managementÂ
- Foster a positive and accountable team environmentÂ
- Monitor financial performance, including sales, labor, and cost controlsÂ
- Partner with culinary and beverage teams to ensure seamless operationsÂ
- Engage with guests and the local community to build loyalty and grow the businessÂ
- Act as a visible leader on the floor, addressing feedback and supporting the teamÂ
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and operational standardsÂ
What We’re Looking For
- 4+ years of progressive leadership experience in hospitality (restaurant, cafĂ©, or similar environment)Â
- At least 2 years in a management roleÂ
- Strong knowledge of food & beverage operations and service standardsÂ
- Proven ability to manage financial performance and drive resultsÂ
- Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skillsÂ
- Ability to stay composed and effective in a fast-paced settingÂ
- Familiarity with POS systems and restaurant management toolsÂ
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as neededÂ
Why Join Us
- Competitive salary with bonus potentialÂ
- Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and pet insurance)Â
- Paid time off and parental leaveÂ
- 401(k) with company participationÂ
- Employee discounts across MML propertiesÂ
- Opportunities for growth within a dynamic hospitality groupÂ
- Support for continued education, including beverage trainingÂ
- Community engagement and service opportunities
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand, walk, talk, and hear regularly during shifts.
- Frequent use of hands and arms for handling objects and equipment.
- Occasionally required to lift and move up to 25 pounds.
- Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl as needed.
- Specific vision requirements include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, with the ability to adjust focus.
- Work environment noise level is typically moderate.
Background Check
If offered this position, you must complete a comprehensive background check, which may include verification of employment history, education, and criminal records. By applying, you acknowledge and agree to this process as a condition of employment.
Equal Opportunity Employer
MML Hospitality is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected category. All qualified applicants will be considered based on job-related factors alone.
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