Pier Restaurant General Manager

Davidson Hospitality Group • Sunny Isles Beach, FL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Pier Restaurant is The Sunny's pier restaurant and a central part of the property's food and beverage program. Serving a full menu of thoughtfully prepared, crowd-pleasing dishes alongside a strong beverage offering, it is designed to support the pace and energy of a full day over the water. Set directly on the Newport Fishing Pier with unobstructed water views, Pier Restaurant blends high-volume service with a clear point of view, delivering food and drinks that feel elevated, consistent, and easy to enjoy in a relaxed, waterfront setting. As one of the property's most active outlets, it plays a critical role in shaping the guest experience and driving overall food and beverage performance. Reporting to the Director of Food & Beverage, the Restaurant General Manager is the strategic and operational leader of Pier Restaurant. This role oversees all front-of-house operations, delivering exceptional guest experiences, driving financial performance, and upholding service and brand standards. The General Manager will lead and develop the team, working closely with culinary leadership to ensure high-quality execution in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. They will foster a culture of professionalism, accountability, and genuine hospitality. Through strong leadership and operational discipline, the General Manager will play a key role in shaping the experience at Pier Restaurant and driving the success of The Sunny's pier food and beverage program.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of food and beverage management experience, preferably in a hotel, resort, or high-volume environment.
• Full P&L management experience with strong financial acumen.
• Proven ability to build, lead, and retain high-performing teams in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Professional, guest-facing presence with a confident and approachable demeanor.
• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Experience with scheduling, payroll, and labor management systems.
• Experience with TOAST POS system.
• TIPS or CARE certification required or ability to obtain.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality, Business, or related field preferred, or equivalent experience.
• Current ServSafe certification preferred.
• CPR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all front-of-house operations for Pier Restaurant.
• Deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Drive financial performance of the restaurant.
• Uphold service and brand standards.
• Lead and develop the restaurant team.
• Work closely with culinary leadership to ensure high-quality execution.
• Foster a culture of professionalism, accountability, and genuine hospitality.
• Manage scheduling, payroll, and labor.
• Manage P&L, control costs, and drive profitability.

Benefits

• Multiple tiers of medical coverage
• Dental & vision insurance
• 24/7 Teledoc service
• Free maintenance medications
• Pet insurance
• Hotel & dining discounts
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off (vacation, sick, bereavement & holidays)
• 401(k) with company match

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree