General Manager – Delarosa Stanford (New Opening!)
Palo Alto, CA – Stanford Shopping Center
Delarosa, known for its Roman-style pizza, small plates, Italian-Californian wines, and craft cocktails, is expanding to the heart of the Peninsula! With a warm, energetic atmosphere and a love for great food and hospitality, Delarosa has become a favorite in San Francisco—and now we’re bringing that same magic to Stanford Shopping Center.
We’re looking for a passionate, dynamic, and experienced General Manager to help lead our newest location. This is a unique opportunity to play a foundational role in launching a new restaurant and shaping its culture, team, and guest experience from the ground up.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
Excellent floor presence and a deep passion for hospitality
Strong leadership skills and a genuine love of working with people
High energy, attention to detail, and a proactive mindset
Experience opening or leading high-volume restaurants preferred
Weekend availability is a must
Base Requirements:
Minimum 3–5 years of General Manager experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant
Proven ability to lead and develop teams of 30+ staff members, including FOH and BOH collaboration
Demonstrated success in achieving financial targets (labor, COGS, controllables, P&L oversight)
Experience with restaurant openings is strongly preferred
Strong knowledge of hospitality best practices, guest recovery, and service training
Proficiency with restaurant management systems (e.g., Toast, OpenTable, Bevager, Dayforce, etc.)
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Must be available to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
Current Food Handler Certification and ServSafe Manager Certification (or willingness to obtain before start date)
What We Offer:
Competitive salary and bonus potential
Health & dental insurance
Dining privileges at 18 of San Francisco’s top restaurants
$1,000 Manager Referral Bonus (valid across all restaurants in our group)
Employee portal with digital pay stubs, W2 access, and insurance info
Group gym membership rates
Transportation and commuter benefits
Dedicated career development and training programs
On-Demand Pay access
Salary 90k - 110k + bonus
Be part of something exciting from day one. Help us build something exceptional.
Apply now to join the launch team at Delarosa Stanford!
