Seeking FOH Manager in NYC
Location - New York, NY
Salary - $70,000-$85,000
Benefits - Paid Time Off, Transit Benefits, Dining Discounts, Shared Medical Plan, and Citi Bike Membership
High-volume, chef-driven Mediterranean restaurant seeking a hands-on Floor Manager to lead service, develop the FOH team, and maintain an energetic hospitality-driven guest experience.
Qualifications:
2-3 years of restaurant, hotel, or bar experience, including management or Lead Server experience
Tenure that demonstrates stability and progression in prior roles
Strong understanding of elevated full-service restaurant operations and hospitality standards
Proven ability to manage high-volume service, including service flow, pacing, table touches, and guest relations
Experience training, coaching, and developing FOH employees
Ability to resolve guest concerns professionally while maintaining a strong floor presence
Experience with POS systems, reservation platforms, and Google or Microsoft Office
Working beverage knowledge required; Sommelier or Cicerone-level knowledge is a plus
Must obtain NYC DOH Food Handler and ServSafe Management certifications within 90 days
Must be local to the New York City market or able to commute reliably
Requirements:
Hospitality-first leader who is highly visible and engaged on the restaurant floor
Warm, engaging personality with a genuine passion for taking care of guests
Positive and collaborative leadership style
Confident without unnecessary ego
Strong guest presence and natural relationship builder
Calm and professional during busy, high-volume services
Able to motivate, coach, and develop employees rather than simply manage them
Hands-on team player willing to assist wherever needed during service
Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
Comfortable working evenings, weekends, and holidays based on business needs
Local candidates only