General Manager at Skewr

Job Description:

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Skewr is a modern Mediterranean restaurant centered around wood-fired cooking, vibrant mezze, curated wines, and a specialty coffee + cocktail program. Located on 27th Street in NoMad, we are building a hospitality-forward dining experience that blends elevated cuisine with warmth, energy, and operational discipline.

We are looking for a hands-on General Manager who understands NYC dining culture and can lead from the floor while managing the business behind it.

The Opportunity

This is not a corporate clipboard role.

You will:

• Lead service nightly
• Own guest experience standards
• Drive revenue performance
• Control labor and cost targets
• Build and develop a strong FOH team

We are building a concept designed for strong check averages and sustainable profitability. The right candidate will understand both hospitality and numbers.

Responsibilities

Service Leadership

• Lead floor operations during service
• Oversee reservations and pacing (Resy/OpenTable)
• Handle VIP and high-touch guest interactions
• Maintain a 4.6+ Google review standard

Financial Accountability

• Manage labor cost to budget
• Understand prime cost fundamentals
• Review daily sales reports
• Drive beverage performance
• Support inventory and cost controls

Team Development

• Hire and train FOH team members
• Lead effective pre-shifts
• Enforce standards and accountability
• Maintain NYC labor compliance

Growth & Brand Support

• Support event programming
• Help drive weekday traffic
• Maintain strong neighborhood presence

Qualifications

Required

• 3–5+ years NYC restaurant management experience
• Experience managing high-volume service
• Strong understanding of NYC labor laws
• P&L familiarity
• Wine & cocktail literacy
• Experience with reservation systems

Preferred

• Mediterranean cuisine knowledge
• Open kitchen environment experience
• Coffee program familiarity

Compensation

• Base Salary: $75,000–$90,000 (DOE)
• Performance-based bonus structure
• Opportunity for advancement as the brand grows

Who You Are

• Hospitality-driven
• Calm under pressure
• Financially aware
• Accountable
• Growth-minded
• Floor-present leader

You understand that a successful restaurant is built on systems, culture, and consistent execution.

To Apply

Please submit:

• Resume
• Brief cover letter
• Salary expectations

We are seeking candidates who want to build something meaningful, not just manage shifts.

Job Info:

• Company: Skewr
• Position: General Manager
• Work Location: New York
• Country: US

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