General Manager

COREcruitment Ltd; New York (NY); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

COREcruitment Ltd is seeking a General Manager in New York City for a trendy elevated hospitality concept. This role involves launching and leading a vibrant venue focused on high-quality food and guest experience.

The ideal candidate has experience in high-volume restaurant environments, strong knowledge of cocktail culture, and excellent communication skills. Responsibilities include overseeing operations, building guest relationships, and mentoring staff, while contributing to a dynamic atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in high-volume restaurant concepts as a General Manager.
• Strong understanding of food and beverage quality.
• Ability to maintain a vibrant and engaging atmosphere.

Responsibilities

• Lead the launch of the venue alongside ownership.
• Run high-energy FOH operations and set service standards.
• Build strong guest relationships and create a loyal clientele.
• Mentor FOH management and hourly teams.
• Oversee nightly operations and events.
• Manage high-volume hospitality moments.

Skills

Strong General Manager experience

Understanding of hospitality and guest relationship-building

Knowledge of food, wine, spirits, and cocktail culture

Experience overseeing events and banquets

Sociable and able to connect with various clientele

Demonstrated stability in previous roles

Job description

Confidential Search | Trendy Elevated Hospitality Concept

New York City

$130,000 – $150,000 + Bonus & Medical Benefits

We’re partnered on a confidential search for a General Manager to help launch and lead their venue for our client. This is a high-energy, hospitality-driven concept with a strong focus on atmosphere, repeat clientele, food & beverage quality, and guest experience.

The concept leans more modern and trendy than ultra-formal fine dining - think vibrant dining rooms, strong music and energy, elevated food and cocktails, and a guest experience that feels still feels polished.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong General Manager experience within elevated, trendy, high-volume restaurant concepts
• Background from modern hospitality groups or high-energy lifestyle-driven concepts
• Deep understanding of hospitality, guest recognition, and relationship-building
• Strong knowledge of food, wine, spirits, and cocktail culture
• Someone naturally sociable who can connect with guests, staff, and VIP clientele alike
• Experience overseeing events, buyouts, cocktail parties, and private dining
• Demonstrated stability in previous roles is essential, with a preference for candidates who have maintained long-term tenure of 3–5 years with past employers

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading the launch of the venue alongside ownership and operations leadership
• Running high-energy FOH operations and setting the tone for service standardsBuilding strong guest relationships and creating a regular clientele base
• Leading and mentoring FOH management and hourly teams
• Overseeing service execution for both nightly operations and corporate/private events
• Managing cocktail-style receptions, seated dinners, and high-volume hospitality moments
• Partnering closely with culinary and beverage leadership to ensure seamless execution
• Creating a culture centered around hospitality, energy, and personality
• Being highly visible in the operation and leading from the floor during service