Restaurant General Manager

Restaurant General Manager

Restaurant Manager — TERA MERA Location: Cobble Hill, Brooklyn, NY Salary: $55,000–$65,000/year (depending on experience) + Year-End Performance Bonus + Staff Meals TERA MERA is a successful, warm, intimate, family-run restaurant and wine bar inspired by the flavors of Bombay and the traditions of Sindhi home cooking. We're seeking an experienced, hands-on Restaurant Manager to lead daily floor operations and help shape our service culture as we continue to grow. As an chef owner-operated restaurant, we value genuine hospitality, strong leadership, and a willingness to stay involved in every aspect of service. This is a great fit for someone who leads by example and loves guest interaction.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and support front-of-house staff during dinner service
• Build and manage weekly staff schedules; control labor costs through strategic staffing
• Hire, train, motivate, and develop FOH staff; handle day-to-day coaching, accountability, and performance management
• Manage call-outs, shift changes, attendance, and staffing issues
• Own the guest experience: resolve concerns professionally, manage reservations, service flow, and large parties
• Oversee opening and closing procedures and daily reporting
• Administer daily tip pooling — accurate allocation, distribution, and reporting
• Review timekeeping and assist with payroll preparation
• Maintain health, safety, and sanitation standards
• Maintain standards for hospitality, cleanliness, organization, and presentation
• Maintain clear communication among FOH, BOH, and ownership
• Work with ownership on inventory, ordering, and vendor relationships
• Help implement restaurant policies and operating procedures
• Identify operational challenges and proactively develop solutions

Qualifications:

• Minimum 2+ years of restaurant management or strong senior supervisory experience
• Excellent communication, leadership, and conflict-resolution skills
• Strong scheduling and organizational abilities
• Experience managing FOH teams and guest relations
• Knowledge of tip pooling, timekeeping, and basic restaurant payroll procedures
• Comfortable with POS and scheduling software
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills during service
• A collaborative, hands-on management style
• An appreciation for independent, owner-operated restaurants
• Available nights, weekends, and holidays (closed Monday/Tuesday)
• Experience with Square, ADP, and Resy is a plus

Compensation:

Salary ($55,000–$65,000 annually, depending on experience) Year-end performance bonus Staff meals provided

Join TERA MERA as an important member of our growing team. You'll work closely with ownership to strengthen operations, build a great team, and create memorable guest experiences. To apply: Submit your resume through Culinary Agents.