General Manager
Company: Motek New York
Role summary
General Manager is a full-time role at Motek New York in New York, New York, United States (on-site). Posted 2026-10-19. Salary: USD 120,000–145,000 per year. Experience level: 5-10.
- Job title
- General Manager
- Company
- Motek New York
- Location
- New York, New York, United States
- Work arrangement
- on-site
- Employment type
- full-time
- Category
- Hospitality
- Salary
- USD 120,000–145,000 per year
- Experience level
- 5-10
- Date posted
- 2026-10-19
Motek is looking for a hands-on leader to guide their daily Mediterranean dining operations in a dynamic, high-energy environment. You’ll enjoy a competitive salary while working with a collaborative hospitality group that truly values excellence and professional growth. It’s a great opportunity if you thrive on managing teams and creating memorable guest experiences in a fast-paced setting.
Job description
Description
Motek, a part of Happy Corner Hospitality collective, is a Mediterranean concept restaurant. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service and culinary experiences to our valued guests. Our commitment to excellence extends to every aspect of our operations, and we're currently seeking passionate individuals to join our team.
Position Summary:
As General Manager, you will have full accountability for the restaurant’s daily operations, overseeing both front and back-of-house teams. You will ensure exceptional guest experiences through consistent execution of brand standards, operational excellence, and financial performance, while cultivating a positive, motivated, and high-performing team culture. This role requires strong leadership, sound business judgment, and a genuine passion for hospitality.
Responsibilities:
Oversee day-to-day restaurant operations, ensuring smooth front- and back-of-house performance
Manage, lead, and mentor floor managers and staff
Maintain service at the highest quality standards
Develop and implement risk management and mitigation strategies
Maintain and track all corporate mandates and daily reports
Analyze staffing needs, create staffing plans, and identify growth opportunities
Interview, screen, and recruit job applicants
Coach and train management staff to maximize performance
Ensure team performance, including morale, productivity, and fiscal responsibility
Monitor operational activities and expenses
Assist in setting and tracking sales forecasts and profitability reports
Keep C-suite leadership informed of sales performance and key operational issues
Drive sales growth through marketing initiatives, networking, and staff incentives
Manage budgeted revenues, cost of sales (COS), labor, supplies, and operating cash flow (OCF)
Review monthly profit and loss statements and take action on variances
Benefits:
Competitive salary.
Wages paid weekly.
Growth opportunity.
401k savings plans.
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Employee discounts.
Requirements
Minimum of five (5) years of leadership experience managing high-volume, fast-paced front-of-house restaurant operations
Degree in hospitality, business, or equivalent professional experience preferred
Demonstrated knowledge of service standards, guest experience, and regulatory compliance, with the ability to consistently enforce policies
Proven experience managing budgets, labor, inventory, and operational costs to achieve financial goals
Ability to plan staffing, scheduling, and team productivity while maintaining exceptional service standards
Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
High attention to detail across service quality, operational processes, and team performance
Effective communicator with a collaborative, team-oriented leadership style
Experience with marketing, sales initiatives, and strategies to increase revenue is a plus
Bilingual proficiency is a plus
If you’re passionate about hospitality and committed to creating exceptional guest experiences, we want you on our team!