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$76,000 annual salary, consistent 40-hour workweek, five days per week, and weekly pay. Year-round Restaurant Manager position in Sag Harbor, NY.

A chef-driven fine-dining restaurant opening in April 2027 is hiring an experienced Restaurant Manager to lead front-of-house operations in the Hamptons.

This hands-on leadership role focuses on polished service, guest experience, staff development, and smooth daily operations, both during the busy summer season and year-round.

We're seeking a hospitality professional who enjoys leading from the floor, communicates clearly, stays organized during high-volume service, and demonstrates grace under pressure.

Compensation

  • $76,000 annual salary
  • Paid weekly

Benefits

  • Paid sick days
  • Company dining perks
  • Employee referral program
  • Free on-site parking

Schedule

  • Year-round, full-time position
  • Consistent 40-hour workweek
  • Five days per week
  • Lunch and dinner service
  • Nights, weekends, and holidays required during peak season

Why This Role Stands Out

  • Consistent 40-hour management schedule
  • Year-round employment in the Hamptons
  • Chef-driven fine-dining environment
  • Opportunity to help establish service standards at a new restaurant opening in April 2027
  • Professional, respectful team environment

About the Role

The Restaurant Manager will help oversee daily front-of-house operations, service execution, guest experience, and team performance.

This is an active floor leadership position requiring strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to maintain polished hospitality standards during busy lunch and dinner service.

You'll work closely with restaurant and kitchen leadership to support organized operations, consistent service, and a positive guest experience.

About the Restaurant

Opening in April 2027, this chef-driven fine-dining restaurant in Sag Harbor will focus on refined hospitality, polished service, and a professional dining experience.

The restaurant expects strong seasonal business volume, particularly during the Hamptons summer season. Leadership emphasizes teamwork, organization, clear communication, and maintaining a respectful workplace.

Responsibilities

  • Lead front-of-house operations during lunch and dinner service
  • Maintain polished service standards and guest experience
  • Coach and support the FOH team during active service
  • Coordinate floor coverage, staffing flow, and daily operations
  • Address guest concerns and handle service recovery professionally
  • Maintain dining room cleanliness, organization, and presentation
  • Communicate effectively with ownership, kitchen leadership, and staff
  • Support opening, closing, and daily operating procedures
  • Maintain calm, organized service during high-volume periods
  • Help establish consistent service standards and operational routines

Qualifications

  • Minimum two years of restaurant management experience
  • Fine dining or upscale-casual restaurant experience required
  • Chef-driven restaurant experience preferred
  • Strong front-of-house leadership and communication skills
  • Professional guest interaction and service recovery abilities
  • Ability to stay organized and composed during busy service
  • Stable work history preferred
  • Food safety knowledge or certification preferred
  • Reliable transportation required
  • Authorized to work in the United States

Additional Information

  • Staff housing is not available.
  • Reliable transportation is required.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume with full contact information and two professional references from previous supervisors. Supervisor email addresses are required. Qualified candidates will be contacted directly.

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