General Manager, Casa Dani

WE ARE:

C3- Creating Culinary Communities, a subsidiary of sbe-is the fastest growing food-tech platform, re-imagining the food service industry with a brand-first approach through its established brick and mortar shared kitchens, digital restaurants, and Citizens culinary markets. Founded and led by legendary hotelier and restaurateur Sam Nazarian – best known as the founder and CEO of sbe Lifestyle Hospitality – the company is capitalizing on the rapidly evolving customer preferences for differentiated F&B experiences.

C3 in partnership with Dani Garcia presents: Casa Dani, located in Citizens Manhattan West. Casa Dani translates to Dani's House, derived from southern Spain's naming of small family restaurants as if they were the Chef's home, and that is precisely Chef Dani Garcia's intention, opening the doors to his house through avant-garde cuisine and a menu featuring items inspired by Spain's Mediterranean south. One of Spain's most internationally renowned chefs, having achieved 3 Michelin stars and the Bib Gourmand in 2015, Garcia's culinary style mixes surprising flavors, textures, and even temperatures without losing sight of his culinary roots.

We are seeking a General Manager to join our growing team. This role will provide an incredible opportunity to gain experience and visibility for the restaurant while working cohesively with the C3/DRG/Casa Dani team. 

Job Responsibilities: 

• Recruit, onboard, train, support, and mentor bar and restaurant staff at Casa Dani.
• Ensure all food and beverage ordering is exact and that proper mise en place is in place for product rotation to minimize waste and maintain freshness.
• Oversee day-to-day operations, including, but not limited to: floor management, team management, and the overall guest experience. 
• Partner with HR and Operations to ensure accountability of all standards in compliance with local mandates, including, but not limited to: health, safety, emergency management, sanitation, maintenance, and licensing.
• Work closely with the Floor Managers, and chefs to ensure effective communication and collaboration with all FOH & BOH staff.
• Complete projects as assigned in collaboration with Disruptive Group, C3 and sbe teams.
• Ensure drink and food quality, efficiency, and techniques are in accordance with Company standards.
• Manage performance evaluations and take appropriate corrective actions.
• Maintain the general appearance of the bar and restaurant, including furniture, surface, equipment, and service ware upkeep. 
• Assist in the financial development of the restaurant including but not limited to: suggesting cost-saving and profit enhancement measures, reviewing the P&L, and other financial reports.
• Lead by example and develop team in accordance with core company values.

Skills and Requirements:

• Four (4) years of hospitality industry management experience in the restaurant environment
• Experience in 2 or 3 Michelin Star setting and high-volume restaurants 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and POS systems
• Ability to walk, stand, and/or bend for an entire work shift to perform essential job functions
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs without assistance
• Exceptionally strong ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing, with guests and employees
• Experience with Spanish Cuisine and working proficiency in Spanish, preferred 

Vaccination Requirements 

Please note that all hired candidates will be required to show proof of full vaccination against COVID-19 to begin work at this venue.

Safety Requirements

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) may be required when performing work duties that may have the potential of risk to your health or safety. The restaurant will provide the required PPE. Team members will be trained in the proper use and care of any assigned PPE. It is your responsibility to report defective, damaged or lost PPE, or equipment that does not fit properly, to your Manager. 

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable people with a disability to perform the described essential functions where possible.

Other Duties

This job description has been approved by the Company. Please note this job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature, level, and expectation of the work to be performed. It is not designed to cover a complete list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or activities associated with this position, as they may change at any time, with or without notice.

Work Environment

We have a policy of zero tolerance for harassment or discrimination by any employee, vendor or guest. Nothing herein shall prevent or discourage an employee from notifying the Company if they are exposed to conduct of any type which makes them feel uncomfortable when performing their job duties.

sbe Restaurant Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.