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Posted August 22, 2026

GM | Upscale Cafe Concept | $65-75k | Bryn Mawr, PA

Gecko Hospitality
Bryn Mawr, PA, US Full Time
65000USD - 75000USD per year

Job Description

Job Description

General Manager – Bryn Mawr, PA

Cafe Concept

Salary: $65,000 - $75,000/year + Benefits + Bonus + Future Growth Potential

No Late Nights!


We’re seeking an experienced, hands-on General Manager to lead daily operations for a growing fast-casual café in Bryn Mawr, PA. If you’re passionate about food quality, people development, guest experience, and running a tight, profitable operation, this GM role is for you.


As General Manager, you’ll own the entire operation – front and back of house. You’ll drive sales, control costs, develop your team, and ensure consistent food quality, hospitality, and operational excellence from open to close. This is a hands-on leadership position essential to delivering great food and a smooth, reliable operation every day.


Key Responsibilities

  • Lead, hire, train, schedule, and develop all FOH and BOH teams; foster a positive, accountable, and high-performance culture
  • Own overall P&L, including sales growth, labor management, COGS, inventory, ordering, vendor relations, and waste control
  • Ensure exceptional guest experience, food quality, consistency, and speed of service
  • Maintain the highest standards for food safety, cleanliness, and sanitation; ensure full DOH compliance
  • Analyze sales, labor, and product mix data to drive improvements, efficiencies, and training opportunities
  • Oversee daily operations, equipment maintenance, and operational readiness
  • Partner with ownership on SOPs, recipe execution, retail production, and future expansion plans

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of General Manager or AGM experience in fast-casual, cafe, restaurant, or hotel environment
  • Proven track record of leading both FOH and BOH teams
  • Strong business acumen with proficiency in scheduling, inventory systems, P&L management, and cost controls
  • Demonstrated success in training, coaching, and performance management
  • Working knowledge of DOH rules and sanitation practices
  • Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills
  • Availability for days, weekends, and holidays required – No late nights

What We Offer

  • Competitive Compensation: $65,000 - $75,000 base salary + performance-based bonus
  • Full Benefits Package: 401k, PTO, sick time, health/vision/dental insurance
  • Work-Life Balance: No late nights, supportive ownership
  • Career Growth: Clear path for professional development and advancement as we expand – real future potential
  • Perks: Food & beverage discounts, dynamic and supportive team culture


Ready to apply for this General Manager position in Bryn Mawr, PA?

\nCompany Description

Since 2000, Gecko Hospitality has established itself as a premier recruiting partner for the hospitality and restaurant management industry, consistently connecting top-tier talent with exceptional career opportunities and supporting employers in building high‐performing leadership teams. With deep industry expertise and a nationwide recruiting network, Gecko delivers tailored, people‐focused hiring solutions that drive meaningful organizational impact.

Our professional recruiters bring a distinct advantage: they are former senior hospitality leaders who have managed operations, led teams, and delivered excellence across restaurants, hotels, private clubs, and other hospitality environments. This firsthand experience enables us to identify and engage candidates who are not only highly qualified but well‐equipped to excel in demanding leadership roles — from general managers and executive chefs to COOs and HR directors.

With more than 25 years of recruiting experience and over 45,000 successful placements across all 50 states and Canada, Gecko Hospitality has earned a reputation for integrity, credibility, and consistent results. Our core values — community, integrity, excellence, credibility, and passion — guide every interaction with both clients and candidates.

At Gecko Hospitality, we do more than fill positions. We create long‐term success for professionals and organizations by delivering strategic recruitment solutions that strengthen teams and elevate the hospitality industry as a whole.

Company Description

Since 2000, Gecko Hospitality has established itself as a premier recruiting partner for the hospitality and restaurant management industry, consistently connecting top-tier talent with exceptional career opportunities and supporting employers in building high‐performing leadership teams. With deep industry expertise and a nationwide recruiting network, Gecko delivers tailored, people‐focused hiring solutions that drive meaningful organizational impact.\r\n \r\nOur professional recruiters bring a distinct advantage: they are former senior hospitality leaders who have managed operations, led teams, and delivered excellence across restaurants, hotels, private clubs, and other hospitality environments. This firsthand experience enables us to identify and engage candidates who are not only highly qualified but well‐equipped to excel in demanding leadership roles — from general managers and executive chefs to COOs and HR directors.\r\n \r\nWith more than 25 years of recruiting experience and over 45,000 successful placements across all 50 states and Canada, Gecko Hospitality has earned a reputation for integrity, credibility, and consistent results. Our core values — community, integrity, excellence, credibility, and passion — guide every interaction with both clients and candidates.\r\n \r\nAt Gecko Hospitality, we do more than fill positions. We create long‐term success for professionals and organizations by delivering strategic recruitment solutions that strengthen teams and elevate the hospitality industry as a whole.

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