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Restaurant Manager

Restaurant Associates Corp., New York, NY, United States


Restaurant Manager
Salary: $80,000 - $90,000

Other Forms of Compensation:

Commission Plan

Job Summary
One Wall Street is a dynamic restaurant and events destination where thoughtful hospitality, culinary craft, and memorable guest experiences come together. Serving both everyday diners and private event clients, the space offers a welcoming yet elevated environment for corporate gatherings, celebrations, and special occasions.

The Restaurant Manager plays a central role in shaping how guests experience One Wall Street, leading front‑of‑house operations while growing the private dining and events business through relationship‑driven, consultative sales. This role is ideal for a hospitality leader who enjoys building community connections, collaborating across teams, and creating experiences that feel personal, polished, and purpose‑driven. A commission plan tied to event sales performance offers strong earning potential and rewards revenue‑driven impact.

You’ll partner closely with the leadership team to ensure smooth service, a welcoming environment, and seamless event delivery. This position includes a commission plan tied to event sales performance, offering strong earning potential.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee day‑to‑day front‑of‑house operations to ensure warm, attentive, and consistent guest service

Support onboarding, coaching, and development of FOH team members in a collaborative, inclusive environment

Partner with culinary and bar teams to ensure smooth service flow and high‑quality execution

Monitor guest satisfaction and collaborate on service improvements

Maintain standards for cleanliness, safety, and compliance

Serve as the primary contact for private dining inquiries, group reservations, and special event bookings

Conduct site tours, client consultations, and menu/event planning sessions

Build lasting relationships with guests, corporate clients, and community partners

Develop customized event proposals that align with guest needs and restaurant capabilities

Manage event contracts, deposits, and revenue tracking with accuracy and professionalism

Achieve sales goals tied to event revenue and commission‑eligible targets

Lead day‑of‑event execution, ensuring guests experience seamless coordination and elevated hospitality

Collaborate with the culinary team on menu flow, timing, and special requests

Coordinate staffing plans for private dining and events; ensure all team members are aligned on expectations

Support post‑event follow‑up and guest feedback processes

Partner with leadership on forecasting, event profitability, and revenue‑driven initiatives

Assist with calendar management, scheduling, operational planning, and reporting

Identify opportunities to elevate event offerings, community engagement, and brand presence

What We’re Looking For

Experience in restaurant management, hospitality supervision, or event coordination

Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment

Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships

Interest in coaching and leading diverse teams with empathy and collaboration

Familiarity with event software, reservation platforms, or CRM tools (training available)

A growth mindset and enthusiasm for meeting revenue goals and earning commission

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance / AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Paid Parental Leave

Personal Leave

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Restaurant Associates maintains a drug‑free workplace.

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

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