Upscale Restaurant General Manager – New opening

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Join our team and lead the opening of a remarkable downtown NYC restaurant that promises to be a standout destination in New York. As the General Manager, you'll be at the forefront of an exceptional team dedicated to delivering an unparalleled dining experience. Take charge of all operational aspects, ensuring extraordinary service, fostering client relationships, and driving business growth. This role offers a unique opportunity to showcase your leadership skills and contribute to the ongoing success of a renowned establishment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership: Foster an environment of excellence and collaboration by providing strategic guidance and leadership to the restaurant team.
• Impeccable Service: Uphold impeccable quality standards, ensure seamless service, and enhance operational efficiency in day-to-day activities.
• Client Relationships: Develop and nurture strong client relationships, ensuring exceptional customer satisfaction and driving repeat business.
• Collaborative Planning: Regularly meet with the Executive Chef and Bar Director to ensure both front-of-house (FOH) and back-of-house (BOH) employees are informed and trained on menu additions or specials.
• Business Growth: Formulate and implement business strategies to boost revenue growth and achieve financial objectives.
• Culinary Excellence: Collaborate closely with the Head Chef to design extraordinary menus that reflect the culinary vision and exceed guest expectations.
• Team Development: Recruit, train, and mentor employees, cultivating a motivated and high-achieving workforce.
• Operational Excellence: Establish and enforce operational policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and standards.
• Innovation: Stay updated on industry trends, market competition, and customer preferences to drive innovation and enhance the guest experience.
• Profit Optimization: Effectively manage inventory, control expenses, and optimize resource allocation to maximize profitability.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Operational Expertise: In-depth understanding of restaurant operations, including food and beverage service, inventory management, and compliance.
• Hospitality Experience: 3-5 yrs proven expertise as a General Manager or in a senior management position within the hospitality industry, preferably in high-end or fine dining in NYC.
• Leadership Skills: Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to manage and inspire a talented team.
• Client Focus: Exceptional customer service abilities and a track record of nurturing strong client relationships.
• Financial Acumen: Strong business acumen covering financial management, budgeting, and cost control.
• Communication: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, engaging effectively with staff, customers, and stakeholders.
• Problem Solving: Outstanding problem-solving capabilities, approaching challenges proactively and with solutions.
• Adaptability: Ability to excel in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, with flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Tech Proficiency: Proficient knowledge of various software tools, including presentation slides, spreadsheets, order processing systems, project management, and databases.

Benefits:

• Healthcare: Employer-subsidized medical coverage
• Retirement: 401k plan
• Time Off: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and sick leave
• Rewards: Annual bonus program

As the General Manager, lead a team committed to delivering extraordinary dining experiences. If you have a passion for hospitality, a proven record of leadership, and the determination to exceed expectations, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Apply today and be part of our journey!

At Goodwin Recruiting we are committed to our core values. We take our value, Dedicated to Diversity & Inclusion, very seriously and will never discriminate against a candidate or client based on any protected classes. Our clients seek qualified candidates, and that is what we deliver. A person’s age, gender, race, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or arrest or conviction record has no bearing on whether he, she, or they are able to do the job. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.

JOB ID: 118045

Steven Fusaro

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