Restaurant General Manager

SSP Deutschland GmbH; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus

Year-end super bonus

Full medical, dental, vision, life保险

PTO

401(k) with company match

Career progression across 60+ airports

Job summary

SSP America in New York seeks a Restaurant General Manager to lead a high-volume, full-service concept at a major airport. You’ll own the restaurant operations, drive guest experience, control costs, and coach a diverse team in a fast-paced environment.

We offer a competitive package with a $65,000–$75,000 salary plus quarterly bonuses and a year-end super bonus, comprehensive benefits, and career progression across a nationwide airport portfolio.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years as a full-service restaurant GM (with bar experience).
• Strong financial and operational skills.
• Experience managing high-volume, multi-priority environments.
• Experience leading diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full restaurant and bar operations.
• Handle cost control, purchasing, and scheduling.
• Hire, train and lead the team.
• Uphold guest experience and hospitality standards.
• Collaborate with airport leadership.
• Forecast, budget and plan business initiatives.

Skills

Financial management

Operational leadership

High-volume environment

People leadership

Guest service mindset

Tools

POS systems

MS Office

Job description

Lead a High-Impact Restaurant Operation in a Major Airport!

Join SSP America as our nextRestaurant General Managerand guide a full-service concept in one of the most dynamic, fast-paced environments in the industry.

$65,000–$75,000 + Quarterly Bonus + Year-End Super Bonus
Full Benefits Career Growth National Company Footprint

Why This Role Matters

Airport restaurants run differently — higher volume, tighter coordination, and a whole new level of operational challenge. As the General Manager, you run the show. You lead the full restaurant operation, collaborate with airport authorities, coach a diverse team, and make decisions that drive guest experience, financial results, and team culture.

This is a role for someone who wants tolevel up fast, take ownership, and grow in a nationwide organization.

What You’ll Lead

• Full restaurant and bar operations
• Cost control, ordering, and scheduling
• Hiring, training & team leadership
• Guest experience & hospitality standards
• Collaboration with airport leadership
• Forecasting, budgeting & business planning

What You Bring

• Minimum 3 years as a Full-Service Restaurant GM (with bar experience)
• Strong financial and operational skills
• Ability to manage high-volume, multi-priority environments
• Experience leading diverse teams
• A mindset geared toward service, coaching, and accountability
• Comfortable using POS systems, MS Office, and operational tools
• A desire to grow — we promote strong leaders fast

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• Quarterly bonus + year-end super bonus
• Full medical, dental, vision, life insurance & PTO
• 401(k) with company match
• Career progression across 60+ airports in North America
• Work for one of the largest airport restaurant operators in the world

Additional Statements

We’re food traveler experts serving travelers. With restaurants in over 60 airports, we bring local favorites to passengers across North America. If you thrive in action, teamwork, and moving fast — this is your place.

SSP America is an equal opportunity employer. All decisions concerning the employment relationship will be made without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, age, disability, genetic information, or and other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. SSP America will provide reasonable accommodations during the application and interview process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws.

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