Cafe Zaffri, affectionately known as “Zaf’s,” is a culinary venture from the renowned team behind New York City favorites Raf’s and The Musket Room. Situated within The Twenty Two New York—a luxury hotel and private members’ club in Union Square—the expansive restaurant welcomes the public with a menu inspired by modern interpretations of Levantine cuisine and its vibrant culinary heritage.
Cafe Zaffri is looking for a seasoned General Manager who thrives in dynamic, fine-dining environments. This role is ideal for a strategic leader with a passion for developing high-performing teams and a sharp eye for financial performance. As GM, you’ll oversee all Front-of-House operations, foster a culture of excellence and accountability, and implement best practices that drive both revenue growth and team engagement.

MENU & PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE

• Maintain deep knowledge of food and beverage offerings, including ingredients and origins.
• Communicate allergy and dietary information effectively to staff and guests.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 5–7 years in a fine-dining restaurant leadership role.
• Degree in Hospitality or related field preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in restaurant management software and productivity tools.
• Ability to lead under pressure and adapt to changing business needs.
• Flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.
  Essential Functions and Physical Demands
  This job requires meeting specific physical demands to perform essential duties effectively. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform those essential functions.

While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• Exert well-paced mobility for periods of up to 12 hours per day.
• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Frequently stand, walk, reach, bend, stoop, push, pull, and kneel.
• Frequently utilize the stairs, often while lifting and carrying heavy items.
• Occasionally crouch and climb.
• Be exposed to hazards including, but not limited to, burns, cuts, scrapes, and frequent exposure of hands to water.
• Withstand fluctuations in temperature within the work environment, from high heat to below freezing.
• Be exposed to common allergens and unique ingredients.
• Handle heavy equipment and machinery.
• May be asked to travel to visit vendors or different company locations.

While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• Exert well-paced mobility for periods of up to 12 hours per day.
• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Frequently stand, walk, reach, bend, stoop, push, pull, and kneel.
• Frequently utilize the stairs, often while lifting and carrying heavy items.
• Occasionally crouch and climb.
• Be exposed to hazards including, but not limited to, burns, cuts, scrapes, and frequent exposure of hands to water.
• Withstand fluctuations in temperature within the work environment, from high heat to below freezing.
• Be exposed to common allergens and unique ingredients.
• Handle heavy equipment and machinery.
• May be asked to travel to visit vendors or different company locations