General Manager

Job Description: General Manager, Grand Brasserie Vizz Group is built around the belief that great restaurants are driven by strong leadership, high standards, genuine hospitality, and teams that are invested in what they are building together. We are currently operating two high-volume restaurants in New York City—Grand Brasserie and Centrale, with active plans for continued growth and expansion. While each concept has its own identity, they are all connected by a shared commitment to hospitality, culture, consistency, and operational excellence. As a growing hospitality group, we offer a unique environment for managers and leaders who are energized by being part of something that is actively evolving. We believe the best ideas, strongest leaders, and most meaningful contributions come from teams that are directly involved in the growth of the business and can see the impact of their work in real time. We are equally committed to building the next generation of hospitality. Vizz Group actively embraces technology, data, and artificial intelligence as tools that enhance decision making, strengthen financial discipline, improve the guest experience, and create a more engaging professional environment for our teams. We are looking for leaders who are excited to challenge traditional thinking, explore new ideas, and help shape the future of restaurant operations. About Grand Brasserie Located in the iconic Vanderbilt Hall of Grand Central Terminal, Grand Brasserie is one of Manhattan's premier independent restaurants and among the city's most dynamic hospitality operations. Serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, late night, private events, an artisan bakery, and multiple bar experiences, Grand Brasserie welcomes thousands of guests each week in a fast-paced environment where exceptional hospitality, operational excellence, and financial discipline are equally valued. As the flagship restaurant of Vizz Group, Grand Brasserie continues to evolve through innovation, investment, and an unwavering commitment to creating memorable guest experiences. The Opportunity The General Manager is the senior operational leader of Grand Brasserie and is entrusted with protecting the restaurant's culture, driving financial performance, and delivering an exceptional guest experience every day. This role partners closely with ownership, the Director of Operations, and culinary leadership to establish strategic direction while remaining highly visible on the dining room floor. The successful candidate will inspire a high-performing management team, develop future leaders, and create an environment where accountability, professionalism, teamwork, and hospitality define every interaction. We believe extraordinary restaurants are built by extraordinary leaders. If you are passionate about developing people, elevating hospitality, and leading one of New York City's most exciting restaurant operations, we invite you to join us in shaping the next chapter of Grand Brasserie. What You’ll Do Success in this role requires balancing inspiring leadership with disciplined execution. The General Manager oversees every aspect of restaurant operations, including service standards, guest satisfaction, labor strategy, financial performance, scheduling, budgeting, recruiting, coaching, facilities, compliance, and operational consistency. Equally important is the ability to mentor managers, cultivate a culture of continuous improvement, and lead by example while maintaining a strong presence during service. The General Manager is expected to identify opportunities for innovation, strengthen community relationships, and help drive the continued growth of Vizz Group. What We’re Looking For The ideal candidate brings at least seven years of senior leadership experience within upscale, luxury, or high-volume hospitality environments, along with exceptional financial acumen and a proven ability to build and lead outstanding teams. We are seeking a confident, hands‑on leader who thrives in a dynamic operation, embraces accountability, develops people with intention, and believes that remarkable guest experiences begin with remarkable leadership. Curiosity and adaptability are essential. The ideal candidate is comfortable leveraging modern technology, including AI‑powered tools, to improve operations, develop people, analyze business performance, and solve complex challenges. We're looking for someone who views technology as a partner in hospitality and is energized by helping redefine what exceptional restaurant leadership can look like. Compensation, Benefits & Growth This position will have a base salary in the range of $130-150K. In addition, this position will be eligible for the following benefits and growth opportunities: Paid vacation & PTO Structured bonus program Dining discounts across our restaurants Annual salary review Growth opportunities within a dynamic hospitality group Ongoing leadership development and mentorship #J-18808-Ljbffr