General Manager

Company: MINA Group
Location: Santa Monica
Posted on: February 15, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Inspired by the colorful, aromatic markets spanning the Mediterranean and Middle East, Orla delivers an elevated, ever-evolving experience that awakens the senses and enlivens the imagination. With a focus on seafood, Orla brings creativity to life in unexpected ways- including fresh techniques to timeless classics and cross-pollinating regional flavors. About Us: Regent Santa Monica Beach, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury and lifestyle portfolio, presents a new era of indulgence offering 167 opulent guest rooms and suites. Introduced at a generous 720 square feet, rooms feature spa-like and luxurious bathrooms complete with a soaking tub, walk-in rain shower, double vanity and Perricone MD products, alongside thoughtful mementos through distinct Regent hallmarks. Poised along a coveted coastline overlooking the Pacific Ocean, the resort celebrates the allure of unexpected harmony through contrasts, delivering inspired stays with a seamless blend of timeless elegance and modern luxury. Regent Santa Monica Beach is home to four dining destinations, each offering unique epicurean discoveries. Orla and Orla Bar by James Beard Award-winning chef Michael Mina brings the peerless charm and boundless flavor of the Mediterranean to Southern California, while the poolside Azure Bar presents elevated poolside dining and creative cocktails. Sweet July Café debuts in collaboration with Ayesha Curry with exclusive menu items and a curated selection of beloved coffee and tea beverages. The beachfront oasis also boasts a 10,000 square feet Guerlain Wellness spa, outdoor pool (Azure Pool), The Regent Boutique, and state-of-the-art Fitness Center. The opening of Regent Santa Monica Beach marks a historic return of the brand to Los Angeles and represents the Americas flagship. For more information visit RegentSantaMonicaBeach.com. Job Summary: The Restaurant General Manager will oversee all restaurant and bar operations. The ideal candidate will contribute to the planning, organization, and training necessary to achieve the restaurant's objectives in sales, costs, colleague retention, communication and awareness, guest service and satisfaction, food quality, and compliance. The Restaurant General Manager will work with the culinary team to create exceptional dining experiences. A little bit about your day: Reporting to the Director of Food and Beverage, every day is different, but you’ll mostly: Promote the Restaurant Group and Regent’s service philosophy and style through our people attributes. Provide exceptional service to guests, ensuring they feel welcome and valued. Execute all tasks with efficiency, professionalism, and teamwork. Align and oversee training programs for managers and staff. Develop, manage, and curate a high-end program consisting of training materials and syllabi for restaurant operations. Monitor and ensure compliance with company standards in all training and testing procedures. Lead training objectives and strategies, ensuring seamless integration into restaurant operations. Support management teams with financial reporting, labor management, inventory control, and cost efficiency. Ensure all management personnel are fully trained on operational systems. Coordinate recruitment plans, onboarding, and scheduling. Foster a culture of excellence, team building, and diversity in all restaurants. Participate in meetings, service support, and maintain service excellence at all times. Requirements: Minimum three years of leadership experience in a restaurant management senior role, within a luxury hotel preferred. Proven experience in managing a large service staff in an upscale dining environment. Experience opening a restaurant is a plus. Accreditation in wine and mixology is a plus. Excellent analytical and financial acumen, capable of interpreting and presenting financial data. Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills. Must have the ability to grip, grasp, and handle objects with ease. Must be able to stand and work on your feet for a minimum of 8 hours. Must be capable of lifting, moving, or carrying up to 50 pounds. Occasionally required to kneel, bend, crouch, and climb. Other duties may be assigned. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed in a hotel environment. What you can expect from us: The annual pay range for this role is $125,000.00 to $135,000.00 . This range is only applicable for jobs to be performed at Regent Santa Monica Beach . This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s Bonus Plan. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time-off, wellness and sick time, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401k plan, complimentary parking, employee cafeteria meals, and many other benefits to eligible colleagues. Hotel discounts worldwide are available as well as access to a wide variety of discount programs and the chance to work with a great team of people. Most importantly, we'll give you the room to be yourself. IHG is an equal opportunity employer: Minorities / Females / Veterans / Disabled. Who we are Guests have made grand entrances through the doors of Regent® Hotels & Resorts for nearly half a century. Born in 1970, our collection of modern hotels and resorts are home to stays both serene and sensational. The type of experiences that elevate above the noise and charm for even the most seasoned of travellers. An invitation to life’s most scenic moments. We are the legendary innovative luxury brand, reimagining modern hospitality by sparking fresh perspectives across hand selected hotels and resorts. Regent colleagues are gracious hosts, with emboldened spirit and dynamic as they provide meaningful moments to deliver the greatest of the guest experiences. Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today. Important information : The salary range listed is the lowest to highest pay scale we, in good faith, believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee’s pay position within the pay range will be based on several factors, including relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs. No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until it is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or other form of compensation allocable to a particular employee remain in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process, please click here. IHG does not accept applications, inquiries, or unsolicited CVs/resumes from staffing or recruiting agencies. Please click here for our agency policy. If you are a resident of or applying to a job opening in the State of Washington, please click here to read about applicable benefits. The Mina Group, LLC and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment. We welcome applicants from a wide variety of identities, ideas and experiences and, pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and other aspects of employment, please contact Mina Group Human Resources by emailing hrsupport@minagroup.net.

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