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Upscale General Manager

Goodwin Recruiting
New York, New York
On-siteUSD 100,000 - 110,000 / year

About this role

Upscale General Manager

We are seeking an experienced and hospitality-driven General Manager to join a highly regarded, established NYC restaurant. This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on hospitality leader to oversee a talented FOH team and play a key role in maintaining exceptional service, guest relationships, and operational excellence.

The ideal candidate will be a polished and personable leader who thrives in a high-touch hospitality environment and enjoys being actively involved in both the guest experience and day-to-day operations.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

  • Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits

  • 401(k)

  • Paid Time Off

  • Bonus Opportunity

  • Dining Discounts at company properties

  • Requirements & Qualifications

  • 5+ years of progressive restaurant management experience, ideally within an upscale, fine-dining, or highly regarded chef-driven restaurant

  • Previous experience as a General Manager, AGM, Restaurant Manager, or senior FOH leader

  • Proven ability to lead, coach, develop, and hold a team accountable

  • Strong understanding of daily restaurant operations, staffing, scheduling, training, and service standards

  • Exceptional hospitality and guest-relations skills with a polished, personable presence

  • Highly organized with strong attention to detail and follow-through

  • Comfortable being hands-on and visible on the floor while managing the business behind the scenes

  • Must have experience managing and executing restaurant events and special programming

  • Ability to work 5 days per week, approximately 50–55 hours per week

  • Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-volume restaurant environment

  • Preferred Background & Skills

  • Experience in a Michelin-recognized, fine-dining, upscale, or chef-driven restaurant

  • Experience working in a high-touch hospitality environment with a strong emphasis on guest relationships

  • Experience with Resy, TripleSeat, POS systems, and other restaurant technology

  • Strong knowledge of wine, beverage, or fine-dining service

  • Experience managing vendors, inventory, purchasing, and restaurant maintenance

  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with culinary leadership, ownership, and FOH teams

  • A mature, polished, and personable leadership style

  • Someone who enjoys the creative and relationship-driven side of hospitality and is excited to contribute ideas for future programming

  • JOB ID: 182054

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