Restaurant Manager | New Restaurant Opening
@ Goodwin RecruitingRestaurant Manager | New Restaurant Opening
About the job
Join an established hospitality group opening a new restaurant in Philadelphia. Lead daily operations, develop teams, and create a memorable guest experience in this hands-on managerial role.
Requirements
- 2+ years restaurant management
- Experience in full-service restaurant
- Leadership and team development
- Guest service skills
- Managing labor and operations
Qualifications
- Leadership skills
- Organizational ability
- Excellent communication
- Hospitality mindset
Full job description
NOW HIRING: RESTAURANT MANAGER – NEW RESTAURANT OPENING
Salary: $70,000–$75,000
Join the opening team for an exciting new restaurant coming to Philadelphia.
We are partnering with an established hospitality group bringing a new restaurant concept to Philadelphia. This is an exciting opportunity for a talented Restaurant Manager to join the opening team and play a key role in building the restaurant from the ground up.
The ideal candidate is a passionate hospitality leader who enjoys creating memorable guest experiences, developing teams, and helping establish the culture and operational standards of a new restaurant.
About the Role
As Restaurant Manager, you will oversee daily front-of-house operations while working closely with the leadership team to launch a successful new restaurant. This hands-on role is perfect for a leader who thrives in opening environments and enjoys building strong teams, implementing processes, and delivering exceptional hospitality.
You will help create a service-driven culture, support team development, and ensure the restaurant provides a consistent and outstanding guest experience.
What You’ll Lead
- Oversee daily front-of-house operations and guest experience
- Recruit, train, coach, and develop a high-performing service team
- Establish service standards and operational procedures
- Create a positive team culture focused on hospitality and accountability
- Manage scheduling, staffing, and labor performance
- Partner with culinary and leadership teams for seamless execution
- Support pre-opening training, onboarding, and operational setup
- Maintain excellence in service, cleanliness, and restaurant presentation
- Build strong relationships with guests and team members
What We’re Looking For
- 2+ years of Restaurant Manager or senior hospitality leadership experience
- Experience in full-service restaurant operations
- Strong leadership skills with a focus on team development
- Proven ability to deliver exceptional guest service
- Experience managing labor, scheduling, and daily operations
- Opening experience preferred but not required
- Hands-on leader with strong communication and organizational skills
Why Join Us
- Base salary: $70,000–$75,000
- Performance-based bonus opportunity
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, PTO, and 401K
- Opportunity to join an established and growing hospitality group
- Be part of the opening team for an exciting new Philadelphia restaurant
If you are a hospitality leader looking to make an impact and help launch a new restaurant from the beginning, we’d love to connect.
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