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General Manager

New York, New YorkFull-time
$130,000 - $150,000 annually
About the Job
General Manager
New York City
$130,000 – $150,000 + Bonus & Medical Benefits

We’re partnered on a confidential search for a General Manager to help launch and lead their venue for our client. This is a high-energy, hospitality-driven concept with a strong focus on atmosphere, repeat clientele, food & beverage quality, and guest experience.

The concept leans more modern and trendy than ultra-formal fine dining - think vibrant dining rooms, strong music and energy, elevated food and cocktails, and a guest experience that feels still feels polished.

What We’re Looking For:
  • Strong General Manager experience within elevated, trendy, high-volume restaurant concepts.
  • Background from modern hospitality groups or high-energy lifestyle-driven concepts.
  • Deep understanding of hospitality, guest recognition, and relationship-building.
  • Strong knowledge of food, wine, spirits, and cocktail culture.
  • Someone naturally sociable who can connect with guests, staff, and VIP clientele alike.
  • Experience overseeing events, buyouts, cocktail parties, and private dining.
  • Demonstrated stability in previous roles is essential, with a preference for candidates who have maintained long-term tenure of 3–5 years with past employers.

What You’ll Be Doing:
  • Leading the launch of the venue alongside ownership and operations leadership.
  • Running high-energy FOH operations and setting the tone for service standards.
  • Building strong guest relationships and creating a regular clientele base.
  • Leading and mentoring FOH management and hourly teams.
  • Overseeing service execution for both nightly operations and corporate/private events.
  • Managing cocktail-style receptions, seated dinners, and high-volume hospitality moments.
  • Partnering closely with culinary and beverage leadership to ensure seamless execution.
  • Creating a culture centered around hospitality, energy, and personality.
  • Being highly visible in the operation and leading from the floor during service.