General Manager - Ondine

JF Restaurants; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

JF Restaurants is seeking a General Manager for Ondîne, a new French-inspired bistro opening in New York City. This role involves financial management, leading a high-performing team, and ensuring exceptional service standards. The ideal candidate will have strong financial acumen, a passion for hospitality, and deep knowledge of food and beverage. Competitive salary of $90,000 - $100,000 USD with the opportunity to work closely with Michelin-starred Chef John Fraser in a unique restaurant setting.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to manage and grow a business.
• Instinctively guest-focused and detail-oriented.
• Ability to guide both team and guests in food and beverage.

Responsibilities

• Manage budgets, forecasting, cost controls, and revenue strategies.
• Set, refine, and uphold exceptional service standards.
• Hire, train, and develop a high-performing team.
• Oversee wine programs and evolving cocktail offerings.
• Collaborate with Chef John Fraser and the culinary team.
• Shape the identity of Ondîne with thoughtful touches.

Skills

Financial acumen

Guest-focused service

Knowledge of food and beverage

Leadership and team development

Attention to detail

Job description

JF Restaurants is a New York City-based hospitality group led by Michelin-starred Chef and Restaurateur John Fraser. Ondîne is the newest project from Chef John Fraser—a 35‑seat French‑inspired bistro in the West Village. The restaurant focuses on real‑time cooking, a focused wine list, and evolving cocktails.

General Manager – Ondîne (Opening Summer 2026)

The Role

The General Manager is the business and hospitality leader of Ondîne, responsible for driving financial performance while building a culture of excellence on the floor.

What You’ll Do

• Own the business: manage budgets, forecasting, cost controls, and revenue strategies to ensure strong financial performance
• Lead service: set, refine, and uphold exceptional service standards—present, engaged, and leading from the floor
• Build the team: hire, train, and develop a small, high‑performing team with a strong culture of accountability and care
• Drive beverage excellence: oversee a focused wine program and evolving cocktail offering with confidence and curiosity
• Collaborate closely with the kitchen: partner with Chef John Fraser and the culinary team to ensure a seamless guest experience
• Create a point of view: help shape the identity of Ondîne through thoughtful touches, consistency, and attention to detail
• Be hands‑on: this is not a back‑office role—you’ll be actively involved in service every day

What We’re Looking For

• Strong financial acumen with a proven ability to manage and grow a business
• Someone who lives and breathes hospitality—instinctively guest‑focused and detail‑oriented
• Deep knowledge of food, wine, and beverage, with the ability to guide both team and guests
• A commitment to service excellence—you know what "great" looks like and how to deliver it consistently
• Experience leading, coaching, and developing teams in a high‑performance environment
• Comfort in small, ambitious settings where standards are high and resources are lean
• NYC experience strongly preferred

Why This Role

• Opening leadership role with direct impact on concept, culture, and standards
• Close collaboration with Chef John Fraser
• A highly curated, intimate restaurant where quality outweighs quantity
• Opportunity to build something meaningful from the ground up

JF Restaurants is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Salary Range: $90,000 USD – $100,000 USD