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Restaurant Manager

Gecko Hospitality - NY
Queens, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 3/5/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/4/2025

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : Restaurant Manager

Location : Elmhurst, NY

Position Type : Full-Time

Job Description :

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Restaurant Manager to join our team in Elmhurst, NY. As the Restaurant Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the restaurant, ensuring the highest standards of service, food quality, and customer satisfaction. You will lead and manage a team of staff, handle administrative tasks, and contribute to the financial performance of the restaurant. The ideal candidate will be passionate about the hospitality industry, have strong leadership skills, and possess the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Responsibilities :

  • Oversee daily restaurant operations, ensuring smooth service and efficient processes.
  • Lead, motivate, and develop a team of front-of-house and back-of-house staff, providing coaching, training, and performance evaluations.
  • Ensure the highest standards of food quality, cleanliness, and customer service are consistently met.
  • Monitor and manage inventory, including ordering supplies, controlling waste, and ensuring stock levels are maintained.
  • Handle guest inquiries, concerns, and complaints in a timely and professional manner, ensuring a positive customer experience.
  • Manage financial aspects of the restaurant, including budgeting, labor cost control, food cost management, and achieving sales targets.
  • Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations, maintaining a clean and safe working environment.
  • Assist with recruitment, hiring, and training of new staff to ensure team success.
  • Manage staff scheduling, ensuring proper coverage during peak times while adhering to labor cost goals.
  • Implement marketing strategies to promote sales and enhance the overall guest experience.
  • Perform administrative duties such as payroll, reporting, and managing daily operational tasks.
  • Foster a positive work environment, promoting teamwork, communication, and collaboration among all restaurant staff.

Qualifications :

  • Proven experience as a Restaurant Manager or in a similar leadership role within the foodservice industry.
  • Strong knowledge of restaurant operations, including staff management, inventory control, and financial management.
  • Excellent leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work with diverse teams.
  • Solid understanding of health, safety, and sanitation regulations.
  • Experience with point-of-sale (POS) systems and restaurant management software.
  • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
  • High school diploma or equivalent; a degree in Hospitality Management or Business is preferred.
  • Compensation :

    Competitive salary based on experience, plus performance-based bonuses and benefits.

    If you are an experienced and passionate restaurant leader with a commitment to delivering exceptional service, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to manage a top-tier dining experience!

    Company Description

    Gecko Hospitality, named to Forbes 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023 & 2024 list of America’s Best Recruiting Firms, offers the largest selection of hospitality, restaurant, hotel, resort and club management positions. Our hospitality-exclusive team covers all 50 states and Canada and offers professional placement services with over 120 dedicated hospitality experts.

    With Gecko's extensive list of hospitality recruiter services, we get you and your resume in front of the hospitality industry's leading decision makers! Better yet, Gecko has exceptional national, regional, and local relationships and is well respected in the hospitality industry for enhancing hospitality careers.

    Our national network consists of 80 regional offices driven to meet the needs of the hospitality industry. From Las Vegas casinos to the finest New York hotels, Gecko recruits management positions for all facets of the hospitality industry. Gecko boasts generations of hospitality recruiting experience, consisting of over 1,900 collective years, that furthers the careers of those seeking professional management positions. Contact us today and we will get you in touch with one of our experts to discuss your opportunities.

    Company Description

    Gecko Hospitality, named to Forbes 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023 & 2024 list of America’s Best Recruiting Firms, offers the largest selection of hospitality, restaurant, hotel, resort and club management positions. Our hospitality-exclusive team covers all 50 states and Canada and offers professional placement services with over 120 dedicated hospitality experts. With Gecko's extensive list of hospitality recruiter services, we get you and your resume in front of the hospitality industry's leading decision makers! Better yet, Gecko has exceptional national, regional, and local relationships and is well respected in the hospitality industry for enhancing hospitality careers. Our national network consists of 80 regional offices driven to meet the needs of the hospitality industry. From Las Vegas casinos to the finest New York hotels, Gecko recruits management positions for all facets of the hospitality industry. Gecko boasts generations of hospitality recruiting experience, consisting of over 1,900 collective years, that furthers the careers of those seeking professional management positions. Contact us today and we will get you in touch with one of our experts to discuss your opportunities.

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