Restaurant Manager

Food Hall Co.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Food Hall Co. is hiring a Restaurant Manager for Pick & Cheese in New York City. You will lead daily restaurant operations, inspire your team to deliver exceptional hospitality, and ensure every guest leaves with a memorable experience.

This hands-on role thrives in a fast-paced setting, emphasizing people development and operational excellence to uphold brand standards and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of restaurant leadership experience.
• Strong hospitality mindset and guest focus.
• Ability to coach and develop front-of-house teams.
• Proven ability to manage service standards and operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day restaurant operations and ensure exceptional hospitality.
• Coach and motivate front-of-house staff and foster a positive culture.
• Ensure service, food quality, cleanliness and brand standards are consistently met.
• Oversee opening/closing procedures and maintain operational readiness.
• Manage labor, inventory, and cost controls to drive efficiency.
• Build guest relationships, address feedback, and resolve concerns.
• Collaborate with culinary and leadership teams to deliver an outstanding dining experience.
• Ensure compliance with policies, food safety, and regulations.

Skills

Restaurant leadership

Team development

Operations management

Guest relations

Job description

$65,000-$70,000 annually
10% Performance Bonus Opportunity

• 401(k) Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Join one of hospitality's most innovative and unique dining concepts

About the Role

At Pick & Cheese, we're redefining the cheese experience with London's first conveyor belt cheese restaurant - now bringing an unforgettable dining experience to New York City. As the Restaurant Manager, you'll lead daily restaurant operations, inspire your team to deliver exceptional hospitality, and ensure every guest leaves with an experience as memorable as the food.

This hands-on leadership role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys developing people, and is passionate about creating outstanding guest experiences while maintaining operational excellence.

What You'll Do

• Lead the day-to-day operations of the restaurant, ensuring exceptional hospitality and seamless execution.
• Coach, develop, and motivate front-of-house team members while fostering a positive and engaging culture.
• Ensure consistent execution of service, food quality, cleanliness, and brand standards.
• Manage daily opening and closing procedures and maintain operational readiness.
• Oversee labor scheduling, inventory management, and cost controls to drive operational efficiency.
• Build strong guest relationships by proactively addressing feedback and resolving concerns.
• Partner with the culinary and leadership teams to deliver an exceptional dining experience.
• Maintain compliance with company policies, food safety standards, and all local, state, and federal regulations.
• Support recruiting, onboarding, and ongoing training of new team members.
• Lead by example, creating an environment where both guests and team members feel welcomed and valued.

What We're Looking For

• 2+ years of restaurant leadership experience.
• Passion for hospitality and creating memorable guest experiences.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.
• Experience managing labor, inventory, and daily restaurant operations.
• Managers Food Handler and Alcohol Service Certifications (or the ability to obtain upon hire).
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.

Why Pick & Cheese?

Pick & Cheese is more than a restaurant - it's an experience. Combining incredible cheeses, creative pairings, and interactive dining, we've created one of the most unique concepts in hospitality. As a Restaurant Manager, you'll have the opportunity to lead an energetic team, help shape an exciting guest experience, and grow your career with an innovative hospitality company committed to developing its people.

If you're a passionate hospitality leader who loves creating memorable experiences, we'd love to hear from you.

We participate in the E-Verify program. As part of our commitment to maintaining a legal workforce, all new hires will have their employment eligibility verified through E-Verify.

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.