General Manager

GoodwinRecruiting

City of Yonkers (NY)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 150,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Bonus potential

Paid time off

Career advancement to Director of Ops

Professional development

Job summary

GoodwinRecruiting is seeking a hands-on Restaurant General Manager for an Italian restaurant in New City, NY. You will lead daily operations, coach teams, and drive guest satisfaction while ensuring profitable performance.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of restaurant management, a strong grasp of Italian cuisine concepts, and a track record in managing labor and food costs. Spanish-speaking applicants are strongly preferred, with a clear path to Director of Operations.

Qualifications

5+ years of restaurant management experience including GM roles.
Strong background in Italian cuisine and high-volume operations.
Experience managing labor, food cost, and profitability.
Experience recruiting, developing, and retaining restaurant teams.
Knowledge of restaurant financials and operational reporting.
Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

Oversee day-to-day restaurant operations with smooth service.
Lead from the floor during peak service periods.
Maintain high standards for food quality, presentation, and guest satisfaction.
Drive cost control and profitability through labor and food cost management.
Ensure food safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance.
Build and develop a high-performing team through training and coaching.
Foster community engagement and guest relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Team building

Cost management

Guest service

Operations management

Communication

Flexibility

Education

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Restaurant General Manager

Italian Restaurant | Pizza, Pasta & Traditional Italian Cuisine

Location: New City, NY

Position Overview

We are seeking a hands-on, high-energy Restaurant General Manager to lead the daily operations of a growing Italian restaurant specializing in pizza, pasta, and authentic Italian cuisine. This is an exceptional opportunity for a proven hospitality leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, leads from the front, and understands the balance between outstanding guest experiences and strong financial performance.

The ideal candidate is a true operator who can hustle during peak service periods, build and develop high-performing teams, maintain exceptional food safety standards, and drive profitability through disciplined cost management. Spanish-speaking candidates are strongly preferred.

This position offers a clear path to promotion into a Director of Operations role before year-end for the right leader who demonstrates strong operational execution and leadership capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

Operations Leadership

Oversee all day-to-day restaurant operations, ensuring smooth and efficient service.
Lead from the floor during service periods, providing hands-on support and direction.
Maintain high standards for food quality, consistency, presentation, and guest satisfaction.
Ensure operational excellence across front-of-house and back-of-house teams.
Drive a culture of accountability, urgency, and hospitality.

Team Building & Development

Recruit, hire, train, coach, and retain top hospitality talent.
Build a strong management team and create a positive workplace culture.
Conduct performance evaluations and implement development plans.
Lead daily shift meetings and ongoing training initiatives.
Foster teamwork, communication, and employee engagement.

Financial Management

Analyze and manage labor costs, food costs, and controllable expenses.
Conduct regular cost analysis and identify opportunities to improve profitability.
Monitor sales trends, budgets, and key performance indicators.
Manage inventory, purchasing, and vendor relationships.
Ensure accurate cash handling and financial reporting.

Food Safety & Compliance

Maintain strict adherence to all local, state, and federal health regulations.
Ensure proper food handling, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures.
Conduct regular audits and inspections to maintain compliance standards.
Lead by example in maintaining a clean, organized, and safe restaurant environment.

Guest Experience

Create memorable guest experiences through exceptional service and hospitality.
Address guest concerns promptly and professionally.
Build relationships with regular guests and support local community engagement.
Monitor online reviews and implement service improvement initiatives.

Strategic Growth

Partner with ownership to drive operational improvements and business growth.
Assist in developing systems, processes, and best practices that can scale across future locations.
Prepare for advancement into a Director of Operations role overseeing multiple locations and management teams.

Qualifications

5+ years of restaurant management experience, including General Manager experience.
Strong background in Italian cuisine, pizza concepts, full-service restaurants, or high-volume casual dining.
Proven success managing labor, food cost, and restaurant profitability.
Experience recruiting, developing, and retaining restaurant teams.
Strong knowledge of restaurant financials and operational reporting.
Demonstrated ability to lead high-performing teams in fast-paced environments.
ServSafe Certification or ability to obtain upon hire.
Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as business demands.

Preferred