General Manager - New Opening

General Manager – New Opening

Location: Chelsea, NYC
Salary: $120,000

About the Opportunity

We are looking to find a hands-on, entrepreneurial General Manager to lead a brand-new, elevated yet approachable restaurant opening in Chelsea. This concept aims to blend chef-driven cuisine with a strong beverage program, delivering an energetic, social dining experience designed for both locals and destination guests.

This is a true opening leadership role - ideal for a GM who thrives in building restaurants from the ground up, shaping culture, and bringing a brand to life from day one.

The Role

As General Manager, you will fully own the opening and day-to-day operations, from construction and pre-opening planning through hiring, training, launch, and ongoing performance. You’ll be the face of the restaurant, driving culture, guest experience, operational excellence, and local buzz.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the full new opening process: construction coordination, vendor setup, systems implementation, and pre-opening planningRecruit, hire, train, and develop the entire front-of-house teamBuild a high-energy, guest-focused culture from day oneOwn P&L performance, labor controls, and operational KPIsPartner with culinary and bar leadership to deliver exceptional food & beverage experiencesDrive local marketing and social media presence, creating excitement and brand awarenessOversee daily operations, ensuring flawless service, hospitality, and standards

The Ideal Candidate

General Manager experience in elevated casual or upscale, high-volume full-service restaurantsProven new opening experience - including construction coordination, systems setup, and full team hiringStrong background in beverage-driven concepts and bar-forward environmentsExperience managing or contributing to restaurant social media and local marketing effortsPassion for hospitality, guest engagement, and team development