
General Manager | Fine Dining | Long Island
A sleek and modern fine dining restaurant in Long Island is looking for a highly skilled General Manager to oversee the business. This position demands an experienced operator capable of managing all operational aspects, fostering financial growth, and assembling a strong team, all while upholding an exceptional standard of service.
Position Summary
The General Manager will be responsible for overseeing all day-to-day operations, financial performance, team leadership, and guest experience. This is not a position for someone who needs constant direction—the ideal candidate is a self-sufficient leader who understands the full scope of running a high-volume fine dining establishment and can execute effectively. The GM will be on the floor in service five nights a week, leading by example and ensuring seamless execution of daily operations.
Key Responsibilities:
Operations & Leadership
- Take full ownership of the restaurant’s daily operations and long-term success.
- Ensure seamless execution of service five nights a week, actively leading the floor.
- Oversee scheduling, labor costs, and payroll to optimize efficiency and performance.
- Manage the restaurant as a whole business—this is not a position for someone who needs to be micromanaged.
- Establish and maintain the highest standards of service and hospitality in a high-volume, fine dining setting.
- Be a present and engaged leader who earns the respect of the team through hands-on involvement.
- Train, develop, and motivate the team, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability.
Financial & Administrative Oversight
- Manage all financial aspects of the restaurant, including:
- Payroll & labor cost management
- Scheduling & workforce planning
- P&L reporting and analysis
- Identify opportunities to improve profitability, control costs, and drive revenue.
- Oversee inventory and cost control, particularly in the bar programs.
- Ensure accurate data entry and financial tracking to support transparency and efficiency.
Guest Experience & Service Excellence
- Deliver a world-class guest experience that aligns with the standards of an elite fine dining establishment.
- Be a strong presence in the dining room, engaging with guests and ensuring top-tier hospitality.
- Quickly and effectively troubleshoot service issues, maintaining composure in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
- Maintain and elevate the restaurant’s reputation, ensuring every detail of the dining experience is executed flawlessly.
Beverage & Inventory Management
- Oversee bar operations, wine, and sake inventory, ensuring proper stock levels and quality control.
- Have a strong working knowledge of offerings to support the beverage program.
- Partner with bar staff and sommeliers to enhance beverage sales and guest experience.
Qualifications:
✅ A true operator – someone who knows how to run a restaurant from top to bottom and doesn’t need constant oversight.
✅ Fine dining expertise – a background in high-end hospitality is required, with Michelin experience being a plus.
✅ Tough yet inspiring leader – can enforce discipline, but also motivate and develop a strong team.
✅ Financially savvy – must have strong experience managing payroll, labor costs, P&L reports, and inventory.
✅ Hands-on, guest-facing mentality – thrives in fast-paced, high-energy environments and leads by example.
✅ Strong beverage knowledge - Cocktails, wine, spirits
✅ NYC-based – must be able to travel to work consistently.