Restaurant Manager

  • Hotel Chelsea
  • New York, New York
  • Full Time
Required Years of Experience

2 years

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Were hiring passionate and experienced F&B Managers and Bar Managers for multiple venues within our historic hotel property. From our elegant French brasserie Cafe Chelsea, to the high-energy Lobby Bar, to our newly opened Japanese restaurant Teruko were building dynamic teams to match the distinct personality of each space.

Were looking for candidates with at least 2 years of NYC restaurant management experience in fine-dining or elevated casual settings. Experience with Japanese cuisine, hotel F&B operations, or bar program leadership is a strong plus.

What We Offer

We offer a competitive salary, commensurate with experience, alongside PTO, a 401(k) and a complete medical, dental, and vision insurance package.

About This Role

The Restaurant Manager actively leads by example, inspires, and teaches skills that will elevate the guest experience, their teams, their restaurant, and ultimately Sunday Hospitality as a company.

Specific job duties include, but are not limited to:

  • Works with the General Manager, Director of Food & Beverage and Partners to develop and execute strategies to achieve operational goals at the restaurant level
  • Assists in the opening operations at the restaurant
  • Directs service and upholds standards daily
  • Collaborates with the Culinary team to achieve top level guest experience and critical acclaim
  • Manages and achieves daily revenue, labor, and cogs targets
  • Drives service to meet or exceed budgeted goals
  • Participates in weekly manager meetings
  • Conducts pre-shift meetings
  • Ensures the restaurant team delivers on SHG service standards; touches tables at every service to cultivate regulars
  • Ensures consistent execution of food, beverage, service, and hospitality that aligns with SHG values
  • Ensures that operational and training standards are consistently followed and executed by the entire restaurant team

What You Bring

  • Minimum of 2+ years experience in a senior management position overseeing a full-service restaurant
  • Experience in Japanese restaurants, fine-dining, and hotel restaurants is preferred.
  • A passion for excellence in hospitality
  • NYC Food Protection Certificate (Food Handlers) required
  • Proficiency in a variety of technology systems, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and POS
  • Ability to effectively communicate verbally and digitally
  • Ability to effectively solve and deal with a variety of changing situations under stress
  • Self-driven, results-oriented, and proactive attitude
  • A solid track record of leading high-caliber service
  • Flexible work schedules: the ability to work night, weekends, holidays, as business permits
  • The ability to lift, carry, push, or pull heavy objects, up to 50lbs
  • Kneel, bend, or stoop, ascend or descend stairs; be on feet for extended periods of time

SHG Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Compensation Details

Compensation: Salary ($75,000.00 - $85,000.00)

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401k, Commuter Benefits, Potential Bonuses, Dining Discounts

Required Skills

Restaurant Management

Leadership

Restaurant openings

Team Collaboration

Fine Dining Experience

Strategic Planning

Japanese Restaurant Experience

Operational Goal Setting

Time Management

Budget Management

Customer Service Orientation

Hospitality Excellence

Adaptability

Team Leadership

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Stress Management

Results Oriented

motivational skills

Proactive Attitude

Conflict Resolution

Technology Proficiency

Organizational Skills

Physical Abilities (Lifting, Bending, Standing)

Decision Making

Flexibility in work schedule

Cultural Awareness

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Job ID: 486379664
Originally Posted on: 7/22/2025

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