Restaurant Manager - Central Park Boathouse

ASM Global; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Legends Global invites applications for a Restaurant Manager at Central Park Boathouse in New York, NY. This on-site leadership role oversees a high-volume 300-seat dining destination, driving guest experience, service efficiency, and team performance.

The ideal candidate will bring a passion for food and beverage excellence, with hands-on leadership in hospitality and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards in a historic venue.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail in all dining operations.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Comfort with fast-paced, high-volume service.
• Flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations of the dining room and bar.
• Manage reservations, guest flow, and host team for optimal seating.
• Supervise front-of-house staff (servers, hosts, bartenders).
• Conduct pre-shift briefings on specials, VIPs, and priorities.
• Coordinate with kitchen leadership for accurate order flow and timely service.
• Engage with guests, offer menu and beverage recommendations, resolve concerns.
• Oversee staff scheduling, labor planning, and performance coaching.
• Ensure cleanliness, presentation, and operational readiness.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Self-motivated

Adaptability

Fast-paced environment

Job description

THE ROLE: Restaurant Manager

LOCATION: Central Park Boathouse| New York, NY

ABOUT LEGENDS GLOBAL

Legends Global is the premier partner to the world's greatest live events, venues, and brands. We deliver a fully integrated suite of premium services through a white-label model that keeps our partners front and center - from feasibility and project development to sales, partnerships, hospitality, merchandise, venue management, and world-class content and booking.

With a global network of more than 450 venues, hosting 20,000 events and welcoming 165 million guests annually, Legends Global brings unmatched scale, expertise, and connectivity to help our partners grow. The Legends Global Way guides how we operate: Align, Scale, Connect, Team, Win - shared success, repeatable systems, connected solutions, unstoppable teams, and wins that are earned every day.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Central Park Boathouse is seeking an experienced, hands-on Restaurant Manager to lead daily operations at one of the most iconic dining destinations in New York City, located in the heart of Central Park. This leadership role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of operations for a high-volume, 300-seat restaurant, ensuring exceptional guest experiences, efficient service, and strong team performance. The Restaurant Manager will lead and develop the team, maintain the highest hospitality standards, and drive operational excellence in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will have a genuine passion for all things food and beverage. And will be highly dedicated to providing an excellence guest experience.

ABOUT THE PROJECT/CENTRAL PARK BOATHOUSE

The Central Park Boathouse is a historic building started over 150 years ago as an area to explore and rent rowboats, and over the years it has evolved into a landmark restaurant. This iconic space will continue to hold catered events, restaurant services and rowboat rentals to its millions of visitors each year.

WHAT YOU'LL DO (KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & OUTCOMES)

• Lead and oversee all daily operations of the dining room and bar.
• Manage reservations, guest flow, and the host team to optimize seating, service efficiency, and overall dining experience.
• Supervise and coordinate front-of-house staff, including servers, hosts, and bartenders, ensuring prompt, professional, and attentive service.
• Conduct daily pre-shift meetings to communicate specials, VIP guests, reservations, service priorities, and operational updates.
• Maintain close coordination with kitchen leadership to ensure accurate order flow, timely service, and consistent food quality.
• Actively engage with guests on the floor, providing menu and beverage recommendations, resolving concerns quickly, and ensuring exceptional hospitality standards.
• Utilize wine and beverage knowledge to support service and guide staff and guests on wine and cocktail pairings.
• Manage staff scheduling, labor planning, and performance management, including coaching, training, and handling disciplinary matters.
• Oversee opening and closing procedures, side work completion, POS reporting, and inventory control to ensure efficient operations.
• Ensure the dining room, bar, and service areas meet the highest standards of cleanliness, presentation, and operational readiness.
• Coordinate and execute special occasions and events, including birthdays, anniversaries, and private dining functions.
• Monitor and maintain appropriate supply levels for service stations and operational needs.
• Maintain a professional restaurant image, including staff appearance, uniform standards, and service etiquette.
• Complete administrative responsibilities including payroll coordination, scheduling, reporting, invoicing, ordering restaurant operating supplies, and compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Ensure adherence to health, safety, and sanitation standards, maintaining a safe environment for guests and employees and completing incident reports.
• Maintain a pleasant and collaborative attitude towards customers, co-workers, and management.
• Adheres to the Legends Global and venue company policies.
• Practice safe work habits and complete company and venue safety and general compliance training.
• Maintain a pleasant and collaborative attitude towards customers, co-workers, and management.
• Complete other duties as assigned by management.

WHAT YOU BRING (QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE)

• Strong attention to detail.
• Able to demonstrate flexibility and quickly adapt to changes.
• Ability to be self-motivated and work independently and work well as a team player.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & TRAVEL

This role is based onsite at Central Park Boathouse in New York, NY. You must be available to work non-traditional hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.

At Legends Global, our people power every success. You'll work alongside exceptional talent, learn from world-leading experts, and contribute to projects that set the standard across sports, ent