Restaurant Manager | Park Boathouse

## Restaurant Manager | Central Park Boathouse Apply:
New York, NY:
Full time:
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* THE ROLE:

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* ** Restaurant Manager
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* LOCATION:

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* ** Central Park Boathouse| New York, NY
**** ABOUT LEGENDS GLOBAL
** Legends Global is the premier partner to the world’s greatest live events, venues, and brands. We deliver a fully integrated suite of premium services through a white-label model that keeps our partners front and center — from feasibility and project development to sales, partnerships, hospitality, merchandise, venue management, and world-class content and booking.  With a global network of more than 450 venues, hosting 20,000 events and welcoming 165 million guests annually, Legends Global brings unmatched scale, expertise, and connectivity to help our partners grow.

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Align, Scale, Connect, Team, Win — shared success, repeatable systems, connected solutions, unstoppable teams, and wins that are earned every day.
** ABOUT

THE ROLE
** The Central Park Boathouse is seeking an experienced, hands-on Restaurant Manager to lead daily operations at one of the most iconic dining destinations in New York City, located in the heart of Central Park. This leadership role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of operations for a high-volume, 300-seat restaurant, ensuring exceptional guest experiences, efficient service, and strong team performance.

The Restaurant Manager will lead and develop the team, maintain the highest hospitality standards, and drive operational excellence in a fast-paced environment.  The ideal candidate will have a genuine passion for all things food and beverage. And will be highly dedicated to providing an excellence guest experience.
** ABOUT THE PROJECT/CENTRAL PARK BOATHOUSE
** The Central Park Boathouse is a historic building started over 150 years ago as an area to explore and rent rowboats, and over the years it has evolved into a landmark restaurant. This iconic space will continue to hold catered events, restaurant services and rowboat rentals to its millions of visitors each year.
** WHAT YOU’LL DO (KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & OUTCOMES)*
* * Lead and oversee all daily operations of the dining room and bar.
* Manage reservations, guest flow, and the host team to optimize seating, service efficiency, and overall dining experience.
* Supervise and coordinate front-of-house staff, including servers, hosts, and bartenders, ensuring prompt, professional, and attentive service.
* Conduct daily pre-shift meetings to communicate specials, VIP guests, reservations, service priorities, and operational updates.
* Maintain close coordination with kitchen leadership to ensure accurate order flow, timely service, and consistent food quality.
* Actively engage with guests on the floor, providing menu and beverage recommendations, resolving concerns quickly, and ensuring exceptional hospitality standards.
* Utilize wine and beverage knowledge to support service and guide staff and guests on wine and cocktail pairings.
* Manage staff scheduling, labor planning, and performance management, including coaching, training, and handling disciplinary matters.
* Oversee opening and closing procedures, side work completion, POS reporting, and inventory control to ensure efficient operations.
* Ensure the dining room, bar, and service areas meet the highest standards of cleanliness, presentation, and operational readiness.
* Coordinate and execute special occasions and events, including birthdays, anniversaries, and private dining functions.
* Monitor and maintain appropriate supply levels for service stations and operational needs.
* Maintain a professional restaurant image, including staff appearance, uniform standards, and service etiquette.
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