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General Manager
NAKS
201 East 1st Street, New York, NY 10002
NAKS hiring General Manager in New York, NY

NAKS hiring General Manager in New York, NY

General Manager

NAKSMore Info

201 East 1st Street, New York, NY 10002
Full Time • Salary ($80k - $90k)
Expired: May 2, 2026

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Required Years of Experience

3 years


Job Details

We are looking for an experienced General Manager to join our team. 

The General Manager will focus on maintaining our team, growing our customer base by exceeding service standards consistently and responsibly managing cost controls. They will incorporate our core values and mission into their daily management structure and execution.

The ideal candidate models the exemplary leadership skills necessary to operate a high performing restaurant.  They will also work closely with the Director of Hospitality to ensure operations, food preparation, service, and other back-of-house and front-of-house needs are run efficiently and meet both financial and quality objectives.


General Manager
 Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Ensures cash policies and procedures are being followed at all times.
  • Manages appropriate inventory levels in product and plan accurately plan for forecasted sales trends.
  • Cultivates a culture of providing the highest level of hospitality between the guests and employees.
  • Conducts performance reviews with team members and consistently holds them accountable through performance management.
  • Coordinate morale and exceeding customer expectation with attention to quickness and accuracy
  • Schedules effectively to responsibly provide customer service and team support and target labor goals
  • Ensures products are consistent with company quality standards
  • Upkeep and attention to care of equipment and arrangements for repairs, contracts and other services
  • Responsible for recruiting, interviewing, training, motivation, evaluation and termination of team members
  • Adhere to all safety and sanitation regulations
  • Strong wine knowledge 

General Manager Requirements & Skills

  • 3-5 years of restaurant management experience
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and perform in with a frequent interruption and / or distractions.
  • Responsible for maintaining health department regulations, training, and employee development.
  • Ability to communicate efficiently to help keep all team members informed of business changes and standards.
  • Ability to stand for long periods of time while leading the team and serving guests.
  • Available and able to work all shifts in the restaurant as scheduled to meet the needs of the business.
  • Team oriented, adaptable, dependable, and strong work ethic.
  • Exceptional customer service skills required
  • Strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills required
  • Basic business math and accounting skills required
  • Basic computer skills required
  • Knowledge of food and labor cost
  • Enjoys working with people
  • Ability to create a fun environment for customers and staff
  • Self-motivated and highly energetic
  • Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information
  • Food Handlers Certificate

Why Join Us?

  • Be part of a trailblazing restaurant group known for pushing culinary boundaries.
  • Work closely with top industry professionals in a dynamic, high-energy environment.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Opportunities for career growth and exposure to global hospitality networks.

The base salary range for this position is $80,000-$90,000 annually depending on experience. Benefits include health insurance, 401(k), PTO and dining discounts.


We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at every level of the team. We welcome people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to apply—because different perspectives make us better. If you need any accommodations during the application or interview process, just let us know. 


Apply now and become part of the team at Unapologetic Foods!


Compensation Details

Compensation: Salary ($80,000.00 - $90,000.00)

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401k, Dining Discounts


Required Skills

Cost Control Management

Team Management

Customer Service Excellence

Operational Efficiency

Employee Training and Development

Performance Management

Adaptability

Dependability

Work Ethic

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Creativity in Customer Engagement

Ability to Foster a Positive Work Environment

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Filipino

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Part of Unapologetic Foods

Another restaurant by the Unapologetic Food Team. A soulful heritage Filipino restaurant helmed by our long-time Dhamaka Chef de Cuisine, Eric Valdez. At Naks, Eric is proud to present the food he grew up eating, whether it be from a fancy hotel restaurant or the kitchen of his mother, for whom Eric proudly admits, he does all this for.

Awards / Distinctions
2024
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