Restaurant Manager at Motek New York – New York, New York

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 customers. Our commitment to excellence extends to every aspect of our operations.

Position Summary:
The Restaurant Manager plays a key role in supporting the General Manager by overseeing daily operations, leading and developing the team, upholding brand standards, and delivering consistently exceptional guest experiences while driving sales performance.

Responsibilities:

• Support day-to-day restaurant operations by maintaining an active floor presence and ensuring compliance with company policies, procedures, and service standards.
• Lead, motivate, and support team members through coaching, training, and ongoing performance feedback.
• Assist the General Manager with administrative responsibilities, including onboarding documentation, scheduling support, and operational reporting.
• Resolve guest concerns professionally and graciously, ensuring positive outcomes and memorable experiences.
• Partner with the management team to execute unit goals, drive performance, and support operational and sales objectives.
• Monitor service flow and staffing levels to ensure efficiency and high guest satisfaction.
• Enforce food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards.
• Support inventory control and cost awareness to help meet budgeted labor and operating targets.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary.
• Wages paid weekly.
• Growth opportunity.
• 401k savings plans.
• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Commuter benefits.
• Employee discounts.

• 2–4 years of restaurant management or supervisory experience in a full-service dining environment.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, coach, and develop team members.
• Solid understanding of daily restaurant operations and service standards.
• Proven ability to handle guest concerns professionally and with care.
• Experience supporting scheduling, staffing, and floor operations.
• Working knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards.
• Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills.
• Passion for hospitality and delivering exceptional guest experiences.