Restaurant General Manager

Location: New City, NY

We are seeking an experienced and driven Restaurant General Manager to lead the daily operations of a busy, full-service restaurant in New City, NY. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on hospitality leader who understands how to build strong teams, deliver an exceptional guest experience, and drive financial performance.

The ideal candidate is an energetic and accountable leader who can balance people, service, and profitability while creating a positive and high-performing restaurant culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all day-to-day restaurant operations, including front and back of house.
• Lead, coach, and develop managers and hourly team members.
• Recruit, interview, onboard, and train new employees.
• Establish clear expectations for service, hospitality, cleanliness, and operational standards.
• Ensure an exceptional guest experience and effectively resolve guest concerns.
• Manage labor costs, scheduling, productivity, and staffing levels.
• Monitor sales, expenses, food and beverage costs, and overall restaurant profitability.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and achieving financial goals.
• Maintain strong inventory controls and minimize food, beverage, and labor waste.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, sanitation, and company standards.
• Work closely with the culinary team to maintain food quality, consistency, and presentation.
• Drive sales through strong hospitality, community engagement, promotions, and team performance.
• Conduct regular manager meetings, performance reviews, and team development initiatives.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming restaurant environment.
• Lead by example and remain actively involved during peak service periods.
• Ensure the restaurant consistently operates at a high level while maintaining a strong team culture.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of General Manager or senior restaurant management experience.
• Strong full-service restaurant experience preferred.
• Proven ability to lead and develop a diverse restaurant team.
• Strong understanding of P&L management, labor control, food cost, and inventory.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong guest service and hospitality mindset.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Demonstrated success with hiring, training, retention, and team development.
• Comfortable working a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Strong leadership presence with a hands-on management style.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Performance-based bonus opportunity.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Paid time off.
• Employee dining and other company benefits.
• Career growth and advancement opportunities.
• Supportive leadership team and professional work environment.

If you are an accomplished restaurant leader who is ready to take ownership of a high-performing operation and build a great team, we want to hear from you. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply today!