General Manager – Fine Dining
$200,000–$200,000 year
On-siteNew York City, New York, United States or New York, United States
Job Summary
Oversee daily restaurant operations, lead and develop management and service teams, drive revenue and profitability, manage P&L performance, optimize labor and operating costs, and ensure the restaurant consistently delivers the highest standards of luxury hospitality. Work closely with executive leadership on strategic initiatives, business planning, operational priorities, and long-term growth while building a culture of accountability, collaboration, professionalism, and continuous improvement. Balance exceptional hospitality with strong commercial and financial discipline while remaining actively engaged with guests, employees, and the day-to-day operation. This senior-level leadership position is based exclusively in New York City, requiring an on-site presence and a background in luxury fine dining.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 7 years of experience as a General Manager or senior operational leader within fine dining
- Proven leadership experience managing luxury fine dining restaurants in New York City
- Demonstrated success overseeing high-volume, premium hospitality operations
- Strong expertise in P&L ownership, budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, labor optimization, and cost control
- Proven ability to lead, motivate, develop, and retain high-performing hospitality teams
- Strong understanding of luxury service standards and exceptional guest experience
- Outstanding leadership, communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
- Strong business acumen and the ability to translate financial and operational data into actionable strategies
- Ability to manage a demanding, high-volume environment while maintaining exceptional service quality
- Strong decision-making, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution abilities
- Hands-on leadership approach with the ability to balance strategic responsibilities with daily operational involvement
- High level of professionalism, discretion, integrity, and attention to detail
- Native or fully fluent English
- Must be able to work on-site in New York City
- Candidates outside New York City must be located within the United States and willing and able to relocate to NYC
Desired Qualifications
- Spanish
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