Front of House Manager

Corner Table Restaurants Career Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate of pay

Bonus opportunity

Comprehensive benefits plan (medical, 

Job summary

Corner Table Restaurants is seeking a Front of House Manager to lead a high-performing dining team in a vibrant New York setting. You will uphold hospitality standards, supervise service, and partner with the kitchen to ensure flawless shifts.

The role emphasizes guest satisfaction, team development, and adherence to health and safety policies. Competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities to grow are offered.

Qualifications

• You can identify a problem and determine the solution.
• You exemplify the highest standards of honesty and integrity.
• You are a team player with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a culture of genuine hospitality for all team members and guests.
• Ensure the dining room is always clean and well-stocked and provide the team with tools for a successful shift.
• Maintain effective and timely communication with the kitchen operations team during service periods.
• Support all service staff and actively participate in service.
• Ensure every meal and moment exceeds expectations throughout the dining experience.
• Comply with HR practices and policies, hold employees accountable for standards.
• Maintain compliance with regulations and uphold food safety and sanitation requirements.
• Provide feedback and guidance focusing on support and hospitality.

Skills

Hospitality mindset

Team communication

Attention to detail

Problem solving

People leadership

Job description

THE SMITH

Our purpose is simple make people happy! Since 2007, we’ve served food people crave. We are passionate about taking great care of our employees, our guests, and our community. We are obsessed with building a positive, empowering, and supportive culture. We care about every meal and every moment. Walk in the door and you’re in for a great time. Whether it’s date night, drinks on the town, a big birthday bash, a working lunch, a boozy brunch, or an I-don’t-want-to-cook-tonight night, we’ve got you covered. The menu features bistro classics, seasonal fare, and craft cocktails. We believe in working closely with local farmers and purveyors that we trust to serve consistently delicious food and drinks. We have high standards for every ingredient, and we put thought into every bite.

THE POSITION: FRONT OF HOUSE MANAGER

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain a culture of genuine hospitality for all team members and guests.
• Ensure the dining room is always clean and well-stocked, and ensure that team members have all the tools they need for a successful shift.
• Maintain effective and timely communication with the kitchen operations team during service periods.
• Support all service staff and actively participate in service.
• Ensure that every meal and moment exceeds expectations throughout the entire dining experience.
• Comply with HR practices and policies, hold employees accountable for all standards and procedures.
• Maintain compliance with DOL/Health Department regulations and uphold company food safety, food handling, and sanitation requirements to ensure the health and safety of our employees and guests.
• Provides feedback and guidance focusing on support and hospitality, ensuring that all team members have the tools to succeed.

WHAT MAKES YOU GREAT: (QUALIFICATIONS)

• You can identify a problem and determine the solution
• You exemplify the highest standards of honesty and integrity.
• You are highly confident in your abilities and are detail-oriented.
• You are a team player and have excellent communication skills.
• You genuinely get joy out of making people happy and are able to have fun while working
• You have a love and passion for the hospitality industry.
• You have 2-3 years of restaurant management experience. (preferably in high volume restaurants)

WHAT MAKES US GREAT: (OUR BENEFITS)

• Competitive hourly rate of pay
• Bonus opportunity
• Comprehensive benefits plan (medical, dental, vision, life insurance)
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Gym discounts
• Commuter benefits
• Referral bonus program
• Generous paid time off
• A collaborative, high-performing environment with a team that takes pride in their work

The base pay range for this position is $75,000-$85,000 per year. The determination of what a specific employee in this job classification is paid within the range depends on several factors, including but not limited to prior employment history/job-related knowledge, qualifications, and skills, etc.

STATEMENT OF DIVERSITY

At Corner Table Restaurants, each person brings their own perspectives and experiences. We strive to create an environment that is consciously inclusive, psychologically, and physically safe, and ensures everyone can be heard and valued. Diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace are essential to living our Core Values. We create and promote a culture that advocates for the equality of everyone, and it is our mission to continually maintain an environment where all our team members and guests belong, are respected, and thrive while being their best authentic selves.

Corner Table Restaurants is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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