General Manager
camporealeKansas City, MO
Camporeale is a new Southern Italian restaurant from chef Nicholas Stefanelli, opening at Current Landing, Kansas City's new riverfront neighborhood alongside CPKC Stadium. Rooted in the cooking of Puglia and Sicily, Camporeale brings the same standards of cuisine and hospitality behind Stefanelli's Masseria in Washington, D.C., which earned a star in the city's first-ever Michelin Guide in 2016 and has held it every year since. Our standards for food and service are high — and so are those of our guests. We are building a close-knit team of gifted, dedicated professionals, and we offer our team a healthy work-life balance, competitive salary and benefits, and an enriching work environment.
The Role:
Camporeale is seeking a pre-opening General Manager to build the restaurant from the ground up and lead it through opening and beyond. You will hire and train the founding team, put our operating systems and standards in place, and then oversee all front- and back-of-house operations day to day, working closely with the chef and ownership team. We are looking for a demonstrated leader with a strong work ethic, professionalism, a positive attitude, and a genuine passion for food, wine, and guest relations. The ability to work under pressure and stay consistent is a must.
Requirements:
- Minimum of 5 years of front-of-house floor management experience
- Operations experience across roles such as maître d', bar operations, sommelier, and service director
- Strong background in wine and wine service standards, with depth of knowledge in Italy and FranceStrong communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- Restaurant opening experience
- Michelin-starred and/or fine dining experience
- Experience Toast, Resy, and/or TripleseatTIPS certified
Bilingual/multilingual
Pre-Opening Responsibilities
Recruit, hire, and onboard the opening team
Build and lead pre-opening training on service standards, menu, and wine
Develop SOPs, service steps, and opening and closing procedures
Set up POS, reservations, scheduling, and inventory systems
Partner with the chef and ownership on the opening budget, vendor setup, and timeline
Ongoing Responsibilities
Supervise the dining room floor and guest services
Manage overall restaurant costs and SOPsOversee product ordering and sourcing
Manage scheduling
Support the wine and beverage program
Manage opening and closing cash handling procedures
Communicate with the chefs daily on menu updates
Train new staff members
Monitor inventory procedures and organize data
Maintain organization and cleanliness
Lead weekly staff education meetings
What We Expect From YouAct with integrity and honesty, and champion the culture, values, and mission of Camporeale
Lead and mentor a motivated floor staff
Thrive in a fast-paced environment, adapting and making decisions quickly
Maintain a positive and professional attitude with the team
Facilitate clear communication with guests, staff, and partners
Establish the high-level service environment Camporeale will be known for, and foster its growth
Bring a passion for food and hospitality, and strive to present the best product
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time
- Ability to squat, crouch, and bend over
- Ability to lift up to 20 pounds
- All employees are to maintain a neat and well-groomed appearance (specifics will be provided)
Equal Opportunity
Camporeale strives to cultivate an inclusive work environment and is proud to celebrate diversity within our ranks. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to color, race, gender identity, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, marital status, or status as a covered veteran, in accordance with applicable law.
Energetic team players looking to grow personally and professionally with a new, ambitious restaurant who feel they meet the qualifications above are encouraged to apply
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Level
Mid L4
Location
Kansas City, MO
Occupation
Food Service Managers
Industry
Full-Service Restaurants
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