The team behind Golden Diner has a new, dual-concept restaurant located in Rockefeller Center! After achieving national acclaim and recognition from various organizations and publications including the James Beard Foundation, Food & Wine Magazine, The New Yorker, Vogue, and Resy, we’re excited to open two new concepts in Midtown Manhattan. Helmed by NY native and Korean American Chef-Owner, Sam Yoo, this is an exciting project located right next to the Rockefeller Center, in a space that can seat approximately 200 guests.
The space will house two concepts, separated by floors, serving quality Korean food to a global clientele. The ground floor houses an old-school Korean pub concept offering high-quality cocktails and novel bar foods. The basement level is a Korean raw bar and steakhouse concept offering classics with a Korean American twist.
We are searching for a Service Director to join our passionate team. This position will work closely with the General Manager to lead our FOH team.
Required Skills & Experience
- At least 3 years of experience in a concept-driven, high-volume restaurant that frequently hosts private events (or equivalent relevant experience).
- Previous experience in building out and managing a team, and implementing FOH and HR systems, strongly preferred.
- High interest and understanding of Asian and Korean cuisine, beverages, and culture.
- Excellent communication and people management skills.
Job Expectations
- Assist General Manager in overseeing day-to-day restaurant service and FOH team.
- Lead staff management, including hiring, training, and evaluating performance.
- Lead the development and implementation of effective FOH systems and protocols.
- Exemplify good hospitality; guide and motivate our team in creating an exceptional guest experience.
- Help manage inventories (beverage, glassware, silverware, etc.) and strengthen relationships with purveyors.
- Maintain a safe and healthy facility by following and enforcing Department of Health and other regulations and restaurant standards.
Compensation & Benefits
- Opportunity to grow and advance your career with a great team.
- Relatively consistent schedule with days off.
- Base salary of $75,000-$85,000 (depending on experience) + bonus potential.
- Performance-based raises and promotions.
- Paid time off.
- Health insurance with company contribution (Medical/Dental/Vision).
- 401k.
- Dining discounts.
Please note this job description is not 100% comprehensive of what you may or may not be doing on the job, but it should give you a good idea of what to expect. If you like what you’ve read so far, please reach out!
