Via Carota is hiring a General Manager to lead front-of-house operations at its acclaimed West Village osteria. This is a senior leadership opportunity for an experienced hospitality professional who is passionate about exceptional service, operational excellence, and developing high-performing teams.
What You’ll Do
- Lead daily front-of-house operations across lunch and dinner service
- Partner with Chefs Rita Sodi and Jody Williams to maintain and strengthen service standards
- Recruit, train, mentor, and develop front-of-house managers and team members
- Oversee hiring, onboarding, performance management, and staff development
- Manage scheduling, labor planning, and front-of-house purchasing
- Oversee reservations, dining room operations, and guest experience
- Coordinate closely with the kitchen to ensure seamless service and communication
- Maintain operational consistency, quality, and hospitality standards
- Support the development of systems and processes for future restaurant group growth
- Foster a collaborative, professional, and guest-focused team culture
What We’re Looking For
- 5+ years of senior restaurant management experience in a respected New York City restaurant
- Deep knowledge of Italian cuisine, wine, and hospitality
- Experience working in founder-led restaurant environments
- Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills
- Excellent communication, organizational, and decision-making abilitiesConfident floor presence with a guest-first approach
- Ability to manage high-volume restaurant operations
- Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Fluency in English (Italian language skills are a plus)
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Competitive salary starting at $120,000 (commensurate with experience)
- Health insurance
- Opportunity to work alongside James Beard Award-winning chefs
- Leadership role at one of New York City’s most acclaimed restaurants
About the Workplace
Opened in 2014 by acclaimed chefs Rita Sodi and Jody Williams, Via Carota is an award-winning Italian osteria in New York City’s West Village. Known for its seasonal cuisine, exceptional hospitality, and timeless dining experience, Via Carota has earned national recognition, including a James Beard Award, and continues to be one of the city’s premier dining destinations.
#J-18808-Ljbffr