We are seeking a Restaurant Supervisor to assist in managing daily operations at one of our upscale restaurant clients. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on leader who ensures the smooth operation of the dining experience while upholding high standards of service and staff performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and support front-of-house staff, ensuring efficient service and guest satisfaction.

• Address guest concerns and ensure a high-quality dining experience.

• Assist in scheduling, training, and managing staff performance.

• Coordinate with kitchen staff to ensure timely and quality food service.

• Monitor inventory levels and assist with ordering supplies as needed.

• Enforce compliance with health and safety regulations.

Qualifications:

• Previous supervisory experience in an upscale or fine-dining restaurant.

• Strong leadership and communication skills.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle guest concerns with professionalism.

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Knowledge of restaurant health and safety standards.

We are looking for a seasoned  (FULL SERVICE &FAST CASUAL) General Manager to oversee day-to-day operations at one of our elite restaurant clients. The General Manager will be responsible for ensuring the restaurant runs smoothly, delivering top-tier service to guests, and maintaining profitability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee all restaurant operations including front-of-house and back-of-house teams.

• Ensure exceptional guest experiences through high standards of service and hospitality.

• Manage budgets, financial reports, and staff schedules to optimize performance.

• Lead, train, and mentor staff to maintain excellence in customer service and operations.

• Implement strategies to boost revenue, including marketing initiatives and community engagement.

• Uphold all health, safety, and sanitation regulations.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a General Manager in an upscale or fine-dining setting.

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire teams.

• Deep knowledge of restaurant management, operations, and financial performance.

• Excellent communication, customer service, and problem-solving skills.

• Proven track record of driving revenue and managing a successful restaurant.

Chef de Cuisine | Premium Steakhouse Concept
FTK Hospitality LLC | On behalf of Multi-Unit Restaurant Group

LOCATION: New York City Metro Area
COMPENSATION: $100K–$120K Base + Bonus | Full Benefits Package

THE OPPORTUNITY

Our client, a sophisticated multi-branded restaurant portfolio spanning casual to fine dining concepts across major US markets, seeks an experienced NYC-based Chef de Cuisine currently leading an upscale restaurant operation. This is a culinary operations leadership role—not a creative position—with significant growth potential within a dynamic, expanding organization. You must have steakhouse experience as a chef in a high volume 7-10 Million dollar kitchen 

THE ROLE

Lead daily kitchen operations for dual concepts (premium steakhouse + butcher shop) with a ~40-person BOH team. This is an execution-focused position for an operator who thrives on consistency, systems, and precision. Strong growth trajectory for the right leader as the portfolio expands.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage, train, and schedule 40-person BOH team; drive consistency through SOPs and coaching
• Oversee butchery standards: yields, portioning, trimming, knife skills, waste control
• Execute daily line checks, temp/taste logs, allergen protocols, expo communication
• Control food/labor costs; manage inventory, pars, COGS analysis
• Maintain health code compliance and equipment readiness
• Foster accountable, hospitality-focused kitchen culture

REQUIREMENTS

• Currently based in Greater NYC area and actively running an upscale restaurant as a Chef
• 5 plus  years progressive steakhouse/high-volume kitchen leadership
• Multi-outlet experience preferred
• Expertise with butcher's cuts, yield management, doneness standards
• Proven SOPs development and team training track record
• Financial acumen: COGS, labor planning, vendor management
• ServSafe certified; HACCP familiarity a plus

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

A systems-driven culinary operations leader who excels at execution over creativity. You lead with calm authority, build teams through disciplined training, and understand that consistent excellence creates exceptional hospitality. You're ready to grow with a premier multi-concept restaurant group.

District Manager – Full-Service Breakfast/Lunch Concept (NYC Metro Area)

About the Role

We’re looking for an experienced, hands-on District Manager with strong culinary and leadership skills to join our rapidly growing, full-service bakery and café concept. This is an incredible opportunity to help lead expansion in one of the most exciting food brands on the East Coast — with 6–10 new locations opening soon and more on the way!

What You’ll Do

• Oversee daily operations across multiple bakery café locations in the Greater NYC area.

• Provide culinary leadership and mentorship to store-level chefs and managers, ensuring every item meets brand standards and freshness expectations.

• Drive sales growth, profitability, and guest satisfaction across all units.

• Partner with executive leadership on expansion strategy, staffing, and opening new locations.

• Maintain high operational standards in food safety, service, and presentation.

• Hire, train, and develop strong management teams and inspire a culture of hospitality and accountability.

• Travel approximately 50% of the time to support new openings and existing stores.

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a District Manager (or multi-unit leader) with a fast casual or premium dining brand.

• Background as a culinary-driven operator or chef with a strong understanding of scratch kitchens and fresh food execution.

• Proven track record of leading successful teams in a high-volume environment.

• Strong business acumen with the ability to analyze data and make strategic decisions.

• Exceptional communication, organization, and leadership skills.

• Willingness to travel throughout the Greater NYC area and surrounding markets.

Why Join Us

This is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to grow with a brand that’s redefining the bakery café experience. We offer:

• Competitive base salary with excellent bonus potential

• Real career growth opportunities as we continue to expand nationwide

• A dynamic, supportive leadership culture built on quality, innovation, and passion for great food

Responsibilites include:

• Accounting on site location Wayne, NJ general area 
• Quick book - Excel  knowledge - has retail store audit expereince 
• Document financial transactions by entering account information
• Recommends financial actions by analyzing accounting options
• Substantiate financial transactions by auditing documents
• this is a growing food retail group that is growing quickly on the North  East coast, room for advancement 

District Manager – Retail Food Concept (NYC Metro Area)

We're on the hunt for a hands-on, experienced District Manager with robust culinary and leadership skills to be a part of our rapidly growing retail food concept. This is a golden opportunity to lead the expansion of one of the most exhilarating food brands on the East Coast. With 6-10 new locations opening soon and more to follow, it's an exciting time to join us!

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily operations across multiple bakery café locations in the Greater NYC, NJ, LI area.
• Provide culinary leadership and mentorship to store-level managers, ensuring every item meets brand standards and freshness expectations.
• Drive sales growth, profitability, and guest satisfaction across all units.
• Partner with executive leadership on NSO, staffing, and opening new locations.
• Maintain high operational standards in food safety, service, and presentation.
• Hire, train, and develop strong management teams and inspire a culture of hospitality and accountability.
• Travel approximately 100% of the time to support new openings and existing stores.

What We’re Looking For:

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a District Manager (or multi-unit leader) with fast casual or retail food brands.
• Background as a retail manager with a strong understanding of scratch retail kitchens and fresh food execution.
• Proven track record of leading successful teams in a high-volume environment.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to analyze data and make strategic decisions.
• Exceptional communication, organization, and leadership skills.
• Willingness to travel throughout the Greater NYC area and surrounding markets.

Why Join Us?

This is not just another job — it’s an opportunity to grow with a brand that’s redefining the bakery café experience. We offer:

• Competitive base salary with excellent bonus potential
• Real career growth opportunities as we continue to expand nationwide
• A dynamic, supportive leadership culture built on quality, innovation, and passion for great food

PAYROLL MANAGER

NYC-Based Multi-Unit Restaurant Group | 50+ Locations Nationwide

Rapidly growing restaurant group with 50+ locations across the USA seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to join our NYC headquarters. Our explosive growth creates exceptional opportunities for career advancement in a dynamic hospitality environment.

POSITION SUMMARY

Oversee all payroll operations for 1,500+ employees across multiple states. Ensure accurate, timely processing while implementing scalable systems to support continued expansion. Partner with HR, Finance, and Operations to optimize processes and maintain multi-state compliance.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

•       Manage end-to-end payroll processing for 50+ locations across multiple states

•       Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations and wage laws

•       Process complex restaurant payroll elements including tips, tip credits, and pooled houses

•       Oversee payroll tax filings, quarterly reporting, and year-end processes (W-2s, 1099s, ACA)

•       Lead implementation of payroll technology and HRIS integrations

•       Conduct audits and maintain payroll policies, procedures, and internal controls

•       Collaborate with Finance on GL reconciliations and labor cost analysis

•       Resolve employee payroll inquiries and train operational teams on compliance

QUALIFICATIONS

•       Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience)

•       5+ years payroll management experience in multi-unit restaurant, retail, or hospitality

•       Expert knowledge of multi-state payroll compliance and restaurant-specific requirements

•       Proficiency with payroll systems (ADP, Paychex, UKG, or similar)

•       Advanced Excel skills and HRIS/timekeeping system experience

•       CPP certification preferred

•       Strong analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail

•       Proven ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-growth environments

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

•       Base Salary: $90,000

•       Performance-based bonus program

•       Comprehensive benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision

•       401(k) with company match

•       Generous PTO and paid holidays

•       Dining discounts at all locations

•       Professional development support

•       Career growth opportunities

DIRECTOR OF WHOLESALE SALES

Premium Specialty Food Brand | North Jersey

CONFIDENTIAL SEARCH - Managed by FTK Hospitality LLC

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

FTK Hospitality LLC has been retained by a rapidly growing specialty food brand to identify an elite Director of Wholesale Sales who will lead their aggressive expansion into major retail, grocery, hospitality, and specialty markets across the United States.

This is a career-defining opportunity for a proven sales leader with deep relationships across premium retail channels and a track record of landing and growing accounts with the nation's largest retailers. Our client is a premium snack and specialty food company based in North Jersey, positioned for explosive growth in the wholesale channel.

If you've sold to Walmart, Target, Wegmans, Whole Foods, or other major retail powerhouses and have the rolodex to prove it – we want to talk to you. Company details will be shared with qualified candidates.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

•       Lead and execute wholesale sales strategy across all major retail channels: big-box retailers, premium supermarkets, specialty grocers, hotels, resorts, and hospitality groups

•       Leverage your existing network to open doors and close deals with target accounts including Walmart, Target, Costco, Sam's Club, Wegmans, Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, and other national/regional chains

•       Manage the complete wholesale sales cycle from prospecting and relationship development to contract negotiation, onboarding, and ongoing account growth

•       Build and maintain strategic relationships with category managers, buyers, and procurement directors at enterprise-level accounts

•       Develop and execute aggressive growth plans with clear revenue targets and performance metrics

•       Identify and pursue new market opportunities in retail, hospitality, corporate, and specialty channels

•       Collaborate with operations, logistics, and production teams to ensure seamless fulfillment and account satisfaction

•       Utilize CRM and sales technology platforms to track pipeline, forecast revenue, and optimize sales processes

•       Present product lines, pricing strategies, and promotional programs to C-suite and senior procurement executives

•       Drive volume growth and market penetration through strategic planning and relentless execution

WHO YOU ARE

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

✓     7+ years of wholesale/B2B sales experience selling to major retail accounts

✓     Proven track record closing and growing accounts with big-box retailers (Walmart, Target, Costco, etc.)

✓     Established relationships with buyers and decision-makers at premium supermarkets (Wegmans, Whole Foods, Publix, Kroger, etc.)

✓     Experience selling into specialty grocery, natural foods, or gourmet retail channels

✓     Deep rolodex of contacts across retail, grocery, hospitality, and foodservice sectors

✓     Demonstrated success managing complex, multi-stakeholder sales cycles

✓     Tech-savvy with proficiency in CRM systems (Salesforce, HubSpot, etc.), data analytics, and sales enablement tools

✓     Track record of exceeding sales targets and driving significant revenue growth

✓     Strong negotiation skills with enterprise-level contracts and pricing structures

✓     Excellent presentation and communication skills for executive-level meetings

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

•       Experience in specialty food, snack, or CPG (Consumer Packaged Goods) industry

•       Hotel, resort, and hospitality channel sales experience

•       Existing relationships with corporate procurement and workplace amenity programs

•       Experience with Amazon Business, e-commerce wholesale, or distributor networks

•       Understanding of category management, shelf placement, and retail merchandising strategies

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

•       Hunter mentality with aggressive pursuit of new business opportunities

•       Self-motivated and results-driven with entrepreneurial spirit

•       Strategic thinker who can also execute tactically and close deals

•       Comfortable working in fast-paced, high-growth environment

•       Passionate about building long-term partnerships, not just transactional relationships

•       Relentless work ethic with commitment to excellence

•       Ready to leverage personal network immediately to drive results

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

•       Competitive base salary commensurate with experience

•       Aggressive bonus program tied to revenue growth and performance metrics

•       Uncapped earning potential for top performers

•       Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance

•       Professional development and industry conference attendance

•       Opportunity to build and lead sales team as company scales

•       Ground-floor opportunity with rapidly expanding premium food brand

LOCATION

North Jersey (office-based with travel to accounts and trade shows as needed)

ABOUT OUR CLIENT

Our client is a premium specialty food brand positioned for explosive expansion in the wholesale channel. They are at a pivotal growth stage and need a sales leader who can leverage relationships, open doors, and close major accounts quickly.

This is an opportunity to join a company with a proven product, strong leadership, and aggressive growth plans backed by substantial resources. If you have the network, the track record, and the drive to build something significant – this is the role for you.

We're looking for someone who can walk in on Day One with a target list of contacts and start making calls. Your relationships are your currency, and our client will provide the platform, product, and support to turn those relationships into substantial revenue growth.

TO APPLY

Submit your resume to FTK Hospitality LLC along with a brief summary of:

•       Your most significant retail account wins

•       Key buyer/procurement contacts in your network (companies, not names)

•       Your approach to landing a major retail account

Senior Director of Facilities | Multi-Unit Restaurant Group | NYC Metro

About the Opportunity

A well-established, growing restaurant group in the NYC metro area is seeking an experienced Senior Director of Facilities to lead all facilities management, development projects, and operational support across their multi-unit footprint, including restaurants, commissary, and support centers.

This is a strategic leadership role for a facilities professional with deep restaurant/hospitality experience who can combine vision with hands-on execution.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and execute facilities strategy aligned with company growth objectives
• Oversee full project lifecycle: site selection, design, construction, opening, and evaluation
• Lead capital improvements and preventive maintenance programs to optimize performance and asset value

Operational Management

• Direct regional facilities team (Managers, Coordinators, Technicians)
• Serve as expert on FF&E, building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing), and equipment
• Manage budgets for facilities, R&M, and capital projects across the portfolio
• Maintain vendor relationships and negotiate cost-effective contracts
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, licensing, and regulatory requirements

Systems & Administration

• Administer CMMS platform for maintenance tracking, work orders, and vendor compliance
• Manage warranties, lease obligations, and preventive maintenance schedules
• Provide regular reporting on capital spend, R&M performance, and compliance
• Train and develop facilities staff on systems and SOPs

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years progressive facilities/development experience in restaurant or hospitality
• Proven success managing 50+ units with operational and capital responsibilities
• Strong knowledge of restaurant building systems and equipment
• Expertise in preventive maintenance, capital projects, and repair/replace analytics
• Experience with CMMS platforms (Service Channel preferred)
• Excellent leadership, budget management, and vendor negotiation skills
• Local to NYC metro area; travel required to all facilities

Compensation & Benefits

Base Salary: $170,000 - $200,000 + Bonus

Comprehensive benefits including health/dental/vision, 401k match (4%), managed PTO, life insurance, transit stipend, cell phone reimbursement, and team member dining discounts.

General Manager – Fast Casual Premium Brand (NYC / NJ Area)

About the Role

We’re looking for an experienced and people-focused General Manager to lead one of our fast-growing, premium fast casual locations in the NYC/NJ area. This is your opportunity to join an innovative, chef-inspired brand that’s redefining quality and hospitality in the fast casual space.

As the General Manager, you’ll take ownership of daily operations, team leadership, and financial performance — all while creating an environment that inspires both staff and guests.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee all restaurant operations, ensuring consistency in food quality, service, and cleanliness.

• Manage labor, COGS, and overall P&L performance to meet and exceed financial targets.

• Lead, train, and develop a high-performing team that delivers an exceptional guest experience.

• Foster a culture of servant leadership — empowering your team through trust, accountability, and support.

• Maintain full compliance with health, safety, and brand standards.

• Collaborate with district leadership to drive local marketing, growth, and guest engagement initiatives.

What We’re Looking For

• 3+ years of experience as a General Manager in a fast casual or premium restaurant brand.

• Stable career history — no more than two jobs in the past five years.

• Strong understanding of restaurant financials including cost of goods, labor management, and profitability.

• Proven ability to lead by example and develop others through coaching and motivation.

• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

• Passion for hospitality, great food, and creating a workplace people love to be part of.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

We’re a brand built on growth, integrity, and quality — and we’re expanding fast across the East Coast. Join us and enjoy:

• Competitive pay and performance-based bonuses

• Real advancement opportunities with a growing brand

• Supportive leadership culture focused on development and work-life balance

• Opportunity to lead a high-performing team in one of the most dynamic restaurant markets in the country

Responsibilites include:

• Fine dining, extensive wine knowledge  NYC expereince a must 
• General responsibility for managing staff, revenue, cost of goods
• Bi Lingual English -Spanish is helpful