Restaurant Manager | New Restaurant Opening

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Restaurant Manager | New Restaurant Opening

Philadelphia, PA
Posted 2 days ago

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

RESTAURANT MANAGER | NEW RESTAURANT OPENING | PHILADELPHIA, PA

$70K–$75K + Bonus | Opening Team | Career Growth

Are you an experienced Restaurant Manager ready for the opportunity to help launch a new restaurant and make your mark from day one?

We're seeking a hands-on hospitality leader who enjoys building teams, creating a strong service culture, and delivering exceptional guest experiences. This is an exciting opportunity to join the opening team of a new Philadelphia restaurant and help establish the standards and culture from the ground up.

WHY YOU'LL WANT THIS JOB

  • $70K–$75K base salary
  • Performance-based bonus opportunity
  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • Paid Time Off
  • 401(k)
  • Join an established and growing hospitality group
  • Be part of the opening team
  • Opportunity for long-term career growth
  • Help shape the culture and guest experience from day one

WHAT YOU'LL DO

  • Lead daily FOH operations and ensure an exceptional guest experience
  • Recruit, train, coach, and develop a high-performing service team
  • Establish and maintain service standards and operational procedures
  • Build a positive, accountable, hospitality-driven team culture
  • Manage scheduling, staffing, and labor performance
  • Partner with culinary and leadership teams to ensure seamless execution
  • Support pre-opening training, onboarding, and operational setup
  • Maintain high standards for service, cleanliness, and restaurant presentation
  • Build strong relationships with both guests and team members

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

  • 2+ years of Restaurant Manager or senior hospitality leadership experience
  • Full-service restaurant management experience
  • Strong leadership and team-development skills
  • Proven ability to deliver exceptional guest service
  • Experience with scheduling, staffing, labor management, and daily operations
  • Opening experience preferred, but not required
  • Hands-on leader with strong communication and organizational skills
  • Passion for hospitality and developing people

THE BOTTOM LINE

This is an opportunity to help build a restaurant from the ground up, establish the service culture, and grow with an established hospitality group.

If you're a hospitality leader looking for your next challenge and want to be part of an exciting new Philadelphia restaurant opening, we'd love to speak with you.

Apply today for a confidential conversation.

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