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General Manager(Fine Dining)
Posted: 05/23/2026
Job Number: 340
Salary: 120k-130k plus bonus
Job Description
General Manager — Fine Dining
Position Overview
We are seeking a visionary and highly disciplined General Manager to lead a premier fine dining restaurant committed to achieving Michelin-level distinction. This individual will serve as the standard bearer of hospitality excellence, responsible for orchestrating an exceptional guest experience, cultivating a world-class team, and driving operational precision across all areas of the business.
This role demands a leader who is equally present on the floor and strategic behind the scenes—someone who thrives in high-performance environments and understands that every detail, every touchpoint, and every moment matters.
Key Responsibilities
Guest Experience & Service Excellence
Operational Leadership
Financial & Business Performance
Leadership & Team Development
Brand & Culture
Qualifications
Compensation & Opportunity
Why This Role
This is a rare opportunity to step into a leadership role where the General Manager is instrumental in shaping not only the day-to-day operation, but the trajectory, reputation, and potential Michelin recognition of the restaurant.
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Position Overview
We are seeking a visionary and highly disciplined General Manager to lead a premier fine dining restaurant committed to achieving Michelin-level distinction. This individual will serve as the standard bearer of hospitality excellence, responsible for orchestrating an exceptional guest experience, cultivating a world-class team, and driving operational precision across all areas of the business.
This role demands a leader who is equally present on the floor and strategic behind the scenes—someone who thrives in high-performance environments and understands that every detail, every touchpoint, and every moment matters.
Guest Experience & Service Excellence
- Champion a culture of refined, anticipatory hospitality, ensuring each guest interaction is seamless, personalized, and memorable
- Lead from the floor during service, maintaining control over the pace, flow, and tone of the dining room
- Oversee VIP service, reservations strategy, and curated guest experiences
- Uphold and elevate standards aligned with Michelin-level service principles—anticipation, discretion, and precision
- Direct all day-to-day operations, ensuring seamless alignment between Front of House and Back of House teams
- Develop and enforce standard operating systems that ensure consistency and execution at the highest level
- Maintain uncompromising standards in cleanliness, safety, and compliance
- Collaborate closely with the culinary leadership team to ensure a cohesive guest journey
- Own full P&L accountability, including labor, cost controls, and revenue optimization
- Analyze KPIs and implement strategies that drive profitability without compromising the guest experience
- Manage vendor relationships, inventory, and purchasing strategies
- Act as the key liaison between ownership vision and operational execution
- Recruit, develop, and mentor a high-performing leadership and service team
- Build a culture rooted in discipline, accountability, and continuous improvement
- Lead structured pre-shift meetings focused on product knowledge, wine education, and service alignment
- Foster strong collaboration between FOH and BOH, ensuring a unified standard of excellence
- Serve as the ambassador of the restaurant’s identity and ethos
- Instill a mindset of relentless pursuit of excellence, where standards are consistently elevated
- Build systems and training frameworks that preserve consistency across all shifts and team members
- 5+ years of experience as a General Manager in fine dining or luxury hospitality (Michelin or equivalent strongly preferred)
- Proven success delivering exceptional guest experiences in high-touch environments
- Strong knowledge of wine, beverage programs, and elevated service standards
- Demonstrated financial acumen with a track record of driving profitability
- A hands-on leadership style with a strong presence on the floor
- Base Salary: $120,000–$130,000
- Performance Bonus: Significant upside tied to operational, financial, and guest experience metrics
- Opportunity to lead a concept with clear Michelin-level ambitions, where performance and leadership can directly impact long-term recognition and success
This is a rare opportunity to step into a leadership role where the General Manager is instrumental in shaping not only the day-to-day operation, but the trajectory, reputation, and potential Michelin recognition of the restaurant.
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