General Manager | Upscale Casual Brasserie | NYC

General Manager OpportunityA high-profile, upscale brasserie in a historic Midtown location is seeking an experienced General Manager to lead a large-format, high-volume operation. This concept blends timeless European brasserie style with modern, high-energy hospitality, serving as a true all-day dining destination with significant breakfast, lunch, and dinner volume. The General Manager will be a commanding presence on the floor and a strategic leader behind the scenes—responsible for driving performance, developing talent, and executing at the highest level.

This role is ideal for a proven GM who has successfully led complex, high-revenue restaurants and thrives in fast-paced, high-visibility environments.Key ResponsibilitiesOversee all day-to-day operations across a large-scale, multi-service dining environmentLead and develop a robust management team and large FOH staff, creating a culture of accountability and excellenceOwn full P&L responsibility for a $15M–$20M operation, including revenue growth, labor, and cost controlsAct as the primary floor leader, setting the tone for service, energy, and guest experienceDrive operational structure, consistency, and execution across all daypartsPartner closely with culinary and beverage leadership to ensure alignment across all departmentsMaintain exceptional standards of hospitality, cleanliness, and food safetyOversee staffing strategy, scheduling, and labor efficiency at scaleManage guest relations at a high level, ensuring a polished, consistent experienceAnalyze business performance and implement strategies to improve profitability and operational flowQualifications7–10+ years of leadership experience in upscale casual or high-volume restaurant environmentsProven success as a General Manager overseeing $15M+ in annual revenueExperience managing large-format restaurants with complex service modelsStrong financial acumen with deep understanding of P&L, labor management, and cost controlsExceptional leadership skills with a track record of building and developing high-performing teamsConfident, composed operator with strong floor presenceHighly organized with strong problem-solving and operational skillsExperience with POS systems, scheduling, and reporting toolsFlexible schedule; comfortable with nights, weekends, and high-volume service demandsCompensation & BenefitsBase DOEHealth, dental, visionPTODining perksGrowth opportunity within a high-profile hospitality group