General Manager

The Chef Agency

$130K — $180K *
Hospitality & Recreation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3-4+ years of experience in General Management for upscale or fine dining establishments.
  • Strong leadership and organizational skills in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent communication skills for team coordination and guest interactions.
  • Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities.
  • Proficiency in restaurant management systems (POS, reservations, inventory) and Microsoft Office/Google Workspace.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee all daily restaurant operations, including payroll and scheduling.
  • Provide direction and accountability through consistent coaching and feedback.
  • Serve as the liaison between front-of-house and kitchen teams for seamless service.
  • Build guest relationships and promptly address feedback and concerns.
  • Drive sales and profitability via strategic revenue and cost-control initiatives.

Benefits

  • Bonus eligibility for performance-based rewards.
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
  • Generous paid time off and sick leave policy.
  • Relocation assistance for the right candidate.
Full Job Description
11th May, 2026

Location - New York, NY

Salary - $130k-$180k

Benefits - Bonus, H/D/V, PTO & Sick days, relocation assistance

A upscale Korean concept restaurant in New York is looking for a stellar General Manager to add to their team!

Requirements:
  • 3-4+ years of similar General Management experience with upscale or fine dining operations.
  • Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills with a proven ability to perform in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
  • Detail-oriented with excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities. Proficient in restaurant management systems, including POS, reservations, inventory platforms, and Microsoft Office/Google Workspace.

Responsibilities:
  • Oversee all daily restaurant operations, including payroll, scheduling, floor planning, and administrative functions. Provide clear direction to team members, establishing accountability through consistent coaching, feedback, and performance management.
  • Serve as the primary liaison between front-of-house and culinary teams to ensure seamless service, while building strong guest relationships and resolving feedback or concerns promptly and professionally.
  • Drive sales and profitability through the execution of strategic revenue and cost-control initiatives aligned with budgetary goals. Maintain accountability for overall store performance by managing cost of goods, labor, and inventory.

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