Company description

Justine’s on Hudson is an intimate restaurant nestled in the West Village, offering seasonal French-Filipino cuisine by Chef Jeanne Jordan and a curated, terroir-driven wine list anchored by the Rosenthal Wine Merchant portfolio. We're celebrated for our warm, gracious service, a close-knit team, and one of the most thoughtful wine programs in the city curated by RWM founder Neal Rosenthal.

As we approach our third year, we’re seeking a General Manager with sommelier experience who is equally comfortable on the floor, managing operations, and at the host stand. This is a hands-on role for someone who thrives in a small, dynamic setting and values excellence in both hospitality and operations.

Job description

• Oversee and coordinate all front-of-house operations and uphold service standards
• Provide wine direction: maintain and educate others on our wine list (familiarity with the Rosenthal Wine Merchant portfolio is a major plus)
• Greet and seat guests warmly; manage nightly flow and reservation pacing
• Hire, train, and manage FOH staff; create weekly schedules
• Maintain inventory of wine, service supplies, and FOH needs
• Collaborate with ownership, marketing team and chef on special events and seasonal offerings
• Ensure compliance with NYC DOH, labor laws, and safety regulations

Qualifications:

• 3+ years in a management role at a respected restaurant
• Strong wine knowledge and service experience; sommelier certification is a bonus
• Experience working as a host and/or managing reservation systems
• Confident yet collaborative leadership style with excellent communication skills
• A calm, welcoming presence on the floor and a true love of hospitality

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of standing and walking during service hours
• Lifting and carrying items up to 40 pounds, such as wine boxes or inventory
• Navigating a multilevel space, including occasional stairs, bending, and reaching

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Benefits:

• Ongoing wine education and tasting opportunities
• Creative input in wine programming and events

Compensation

this position is: salaried, $75,000 - $100,000

Application instructions

Deadline

no deadline