The Chef Agency
The Chef Agency·17 days ago

Foh manager / dining room manager

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Location

onsite, New York, New York, United States

Salary

$75k – $85k/yr

Commitment

Full Time

Level

Junior (<2 years)

Job Description

06th October, 2026

Location - New York, NY

Salary - $75-85k + Bonus

Benefits - Health & Wellness Benefits ($100 monthly wellness stipend), PTO, Transportation Benefits, Dining Benefits

High-volume Lebanese restaurant in NoMad known for polished hospitality, strong wine culture, and large-format dining.

Qualifications:

  • Tenure that shows stability in prior roles (no job-hoppers)
  • 2-3 years of Dining Room Management experience in an upscale to fine-dining, high-volume NYC restaurant
  • Proven track record managing teams and delivering strong guest experiences in busy service environments
  • Strong experience training and developing FOH teams including service standards, service flow, and consistency
  • Solid wine and beverage knowledge with the ability to coach teams on product knowledge and sales
  • Hands-on floor presence during service with the ability to guide and coach staff in real time
  • Comfortable supporting scheduling, delegation of responsibilities, and operational execution alongside senior leadership
  • Degree in Hospitality Management, Business, or Culinary is a plus but not required

Must be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays as business needs require

Requirements:

  • Excellent communication skills with both guests and staff
  • Calm, steady leadership presence with a team-first mindset
  • Detail-oriented with strong follow-through on service standards and operational systems
  • Strong problem-solving ability in a fast-paced dining environment

Ready to join the team?

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