General Manager - Premium Sushi Restaurant (Rutherford, NJ)
Are you a meticulous leader with a passion for delivering exceptional dining experiences? Our premium sushi restaurant in Rutherford, NJ, specializing in high-end omakase style dining with ingredients like wagyu, toro, and uni, is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented General Manager to oversee our operations and elevate our customer experience.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee the daily operations of the restaurant, ensuring seamless coordination between the kitchen and front-of-house teams.
- Manage financial aspects of the restaurant, including budgeting, cost control, and maximizing profitability without compromising quality.
- Maintain the highest standards of food quality, safety, and guest service, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
- Collaborate with chefs and staff to deliver an extraordinary dining experience.
- Recruit, train, and mentor staff to maintain high levels of performance and service etiquette.
- Lead team meetings, communicate menu changes, and address any guest concerns with care and professionalism.
- Manage inventory, scheduling, and budgets to optimize operations and profitability.
- Monitor and enforce cash management and other financial procedures.
- Create a positive dining environment that fosters repeat business and guest loyalty.
Qualifications:
- 3+ years of experience in restaurant management, preferably in fine dining or sushi restaurants.
- Insane attention to detail, with a meticulous approach to operations and guest service.
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team.
- Calm under pressure with excellent problem-solving skills.
- Knowledge of health and safety regulations and familiarity with managing upscale dining.
- Experience with POS systems, such as OpenTable.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Opportunity to be part of an exclusive dining concept with premium clientele.
- A supportive team environment that values attention to detail and excellence.
