General Manager

Altamarea Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid Time Off

Career Development

Employee Dining Discount

401(k) Plan

Job summary

Altamarea Group in New York seeks experienced hospitality-driven restaurant management leaders to join our growing portfolio. Ideal candidates have 4+ years in management, upscale or fine dining, and a strong FOH focus to drive guest experiences.

You will lead front-of-house operations, mentor teams, manage daily service, and partner with culinary leadership to uphold standards while growing revenue and guest loyalty.

Qualifications

• Experience in fine dining restaurant management.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Administrative skills including inventory, P&L, forecasting, budgeting.
• Passion for hospitality and guest service.
• Experience maintaining high service and operational standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and day-to-day leadership for all front-of-house operations.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the restaurant's management team with accountability.
• Recruit, train, develop, and retain high-performing hospitality professionals.
• Build a positive, professional, inclusive, and performance-driven restaurant culture.
• Conduct regular management and employee meetings, coaching, and performance evaluations.
• Partner closely with culinary leadership to align FOH and BOH.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

P&L budgeting

Guest service

Communication

Job description

Altamarea Group is an internationally recognized hospitality group known for creating distinctive dining experiences rooted in exceptional cuisine, genuine hospitality, and thoughtful service. Our portfolio includes acclaimed restaurants across multiple markets, ranging from approachable neighborhood concepts to luxury fine dining destinations. We are committed to developing our people, building strong teams, and creating opportunities for long-term growth within the hospitality industry.

Altamarea Group is an internationally recognized hospitality group known for creating distinctive dining experiences rooted in exceptional cuisine, genuine hospitality, and thoughtful service. Our portfolio includes acclaimed restaurants across multiple markets, ranging from approachable neighborhood concepts to luxury fine dining destinations. We are committed to developing our people, building strong teams, and creating opportunities for long-term growth within the hospitality industry.

Altamarea Group | New York, NY

What We’re Looking For

Altamarea Group is seeking experienced, hospitality-driven restaurant management to join our growing portfolio of acclaimed dining concepts. We are looking for experienced hospitality leaders who are passionate about hospitality, team development, operational excellence, administration, and creating memorable guest experiences. Ideal candidates will have experience in upscale, fine dining, or high-volume restaurant environments and a strong understanding of front-of-house operations with over 4+ years in management. We are looking for managers who can lead by example, develop strong teams, maintain elevated service standards, and confidently manage day-to-day restaurant operations.

Essential Requirements for this role

• Previous restaurant management in a fine dining environment
• Strong leadership and team-development skills
• Previous administrative skills including inventory, P&L, forecasting, budgeting, etc.
• A genuine passion for hospitality and guest service
• Experience maintaining high service and operational standards
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-volume environments
• Knowledge of food, wine, spirits, and beverage service is a plus
• Experience within fine dining, luxury hospitality, or chef-driven restaurants is preferred

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Development

• Provide strategic and day-to-day leadership for all front-of-house operations
• Lead, mentor, and develop the restaurant's management team while establishing clear expectations and accountability
• Recruit, train, develop, and retain high-performing hospitality professionals
• Build a positive, professional, inclusive, and performance-driven restaurant culture
• Conduct regular management and employee meetings, coaching conversations, and performance evaluations
• Identify high-potential employees and create opportunities for continued development and advancement
• Maintain a visible and engaged leadership presence throughout service
• Partner closely with culinary leadership to maintain strong communication and alignment between FOH and BOH teams

Operations & Service Excellence

• Oversee all aspects of daily restaurant operations and ensure consistent execution of Altamarea Group standards
• Maintain exceptional standards of hospitality, service, cleanliness, organization, and restaurant presentation
• Lead the floor during service and ensure managers and employees are positioned for successful execution
• Continuously evaluate service procedures and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and the guest experience
• Ensure opening, closing, pre-shift, and administrative procedures are completed accurately and consistently
• Maintain strong knowledge of the menu, beverage program, restaurant systems, and service standards
• Partner with culinary and beverage leadership to ensure seamless execution across all areas of the restaurant

Guest Relations & Client Development

• Serve as a key ambassador for the restaurant and Altamarea Group
• Develop meaningful relationships with regular guests, VIPs, local clientele, and community partners
• Maintain a strong understanding of guest preferences and utilize guest information to create personalized experiences
• Proactively address guest feedback and resolve concerns with professionalism, discretion, and urgency
• Identify opportunities to increase guest retention, frequency, and loyalty
• Work with the leadership team to cultivate new business, private dining opportunities, partnerships, and relationships within the local market
• Maintain an active presence in the dining room and create a culture in which managers know and engage with their guests

Financial & Business Performance

• Take ownership of the restaurant's overall financial and operational performance
• Manage the restaurant's P&L and understand the key drivers impacting profitabilityDevelop and execute strategies to achieve revenue, profitability, and operational goals
• Monitor sales, labor, food and beverage costs, operating expenses, and other key performance indicators
• Create effective scheduling strategies based on business levels while maintaining appropriate labor controls
• Review financial and operational reporting and respond proactively to areas of opportunity
• Partner with senior leadership to develop budgets, forecasts, and business strategies
• Identify opportunities to increase revenue while maintaining the integrity of the guest experience
• Ensure appropriate controls surrounding cash handling, purchasing, inventory, comps, discounts, and other restaurant expenses

Beverage & Culinary Partnership

• Maintain a strong working knowledge of food, wine, spirits, and beverage service
• Collaborate with culinary and beverage leadership to ensure menu and beverage initiatives are successfully executed
• Support ongoing food and beverage education for the management and service teams
• Ensure the FOH team can confidently communicate menu ingredients, preparation, wine, cocktails, and other beverage offerings to guests

Talent & Culture

• Partner with Recruitment and Human Resources on staffing needs, hiring strategies, onboarding, employee relations, and retention
• Maintain appropriate staffing levels while proactively anticipating future hiring needs
• Ensure new employees receive structured, consistent, and effective training
• Hold managers and employees accountable to performance and behavioral expectations
• Address employee concerns promptly, professionally, and consistently
• Promote communication, collaboration, professionalism, and respect throughout the restaurant
• Support company-wide initiatives, training programs, and leadership development

Compliance & Administration

• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment, health, safety, sanitation, and alcohol-service regulations
• Maintain accurate operational, employee, and financial records
• Ensure company policies, procedures, and standards are consistently followed
• Maintain appropriate safety and sanitation standards throughout the restaurant
• Work collaboratively with Human Resources, Finance, Recruitment, Marketing, Operations, and other corporate departments

What Altamarea Offers Managers

As part of Altamarea Group, you will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced hospitality professionals, develop your leadership skills, and grow within a dynamic restaurant group with concepts across multiple markets.

At Altamarea Group, we are committed to creating a supportive and professionally rewarding work environment for all of our team members. We are also pleased to offer the following benefits for our employees:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits with wide range of coverage options for families (30 days from date of hire)
• Paid Time Off (progressive with tenure)
• Career Development and Growth Opportunities
• Employee Dining Discount at All Altamarea Group Restaurants
• 401(k) Plan (one year from date of hire)

Altamarea Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

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