General Manager

About AltaMarea Group

Altamarea Group (AMG) is a globally recognized hospitality company renowned for its world-class restaurant concepts and exceptional service. Since its founding in 2009 with the opening of the award-winning Marea in New York City, AMG has expanded to operate over 20 restaurants across major cities including New York, Washington D.C., Dubai, Istanbul, Riyadh, and New Delhi. Known for its uncompromising quality, innovative concepts, and operational excellence, AMG provides unique culinary experiences that have earned international accolades. Its celebrated establishments include Marea, Ai Fiori, 53, and Morini and Nicoletta brands.

About Piccolo Morini

Piccolo Morini is the latest concept from Altamarea Group — the award-winning hospitality group behind Marea, Ai Fiori, and 53 — bringing a fresh, high-energy take on Italian dining to SoHo. Rooted in handcrafted pasta and Italian small plates, Piccolo Morini captures the spirit of convivial dining with a focus on quality, consistency, and guest experience.

We are seeking a General Manager to lead the opening and ongoing operations of Piccolo Morini. This role requires a strong, hands-on leader who can build and develop a high-performing team, drive service standards, and create a consistent, welcoming guest experience in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead all front-of-house operations with a focus on service, hospitality, and execution
• Build, train, and develop a strong FOH team aligned with company standards
• Drive a culture of accountability, professionalism, and teamwork
• Oversee staffing, scheduling, and daily operations to ensure efficiency
• Maintain high standards of guest experience and resolve issues effectively
• Partner with culinary leadership to ensure alignment between FOH and BOH
• Manage financial performance including labor, cost control, and revenue goals

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a General Manager or senior leadership role
• Background in high-volume, quality-driven restaurant environments
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to motivate and develop teams
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Proven ability to manage operations, staffing, and financial performance
• Passion for hospitality and delivering consistent guest experiences
• Ability to walk, lift, stand, kneel, bend, lift for long periods of time

What We Offer

At Altamarea Group, we are committed to creating a supportive and professionally rewarding work environment for all of our team members. We are also pleased to offer the following benefits for our employees:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits with wide range of coverage options for families (30 days from date of hire)
• Paid Time Off (progressive with tenure)
• Career Development and Growth Opportunities
• Employee Dining Discount at All Altamarea Group Restaurants
• 401(k) Plan (one year from date of hire)

Altamarea Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.