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About Cucina Alba Cucina Alba is a vibrant and stylish Italian restaurant in the heart of New York City, known for its refined yet approachable cuisine, warm hospitality, and elevated dining experience. We bring a modern sensibility to traditional Italian dining, with a focus on fresh, seasonal ingredients and impeccable service. We are seeking a passionate and experienced General Manager to lead our team and continue building on our strong reputation. Position Summary The General Manager will oversee the daily operations of Cucina Alba, ensuring a seamless guest experience, fostering a positive team culture, and driving financial performance. This role requires a dynamic, hands-on leader with a deep understanding of hospitality, team development, and operational excellence in a high-volume, upscale environment. Key Responsibilities Lead, train, and inspire all front-of-house staff, ensuring hospitality excellence and adherence to service standards Partner closely with the Executive Chef and back-of-house team to ensure smooth coordination and execution Oversee all aspects of daily operations, including opening/closing procedures, reservations, guest flow, and service pacing Manage P&L, budgeting, labor, inventory, and cost control initiatives to achieve revenue and profitability goals Maintain a culture of accountability, professionalism, and warmth throughout the restaurant Act as the face of the restaurant, engaging with guests, resolving issues, and ensuring a consistently high-quality experience Recruit, hire, and onboard team members, fostering professional development and retention Implement systems and SOPs to drive operational efficiency and consistency Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and labor regulations Liaise with ownership and report on performance metrics, challenges, and opportunities Qualifications Minimum 3–5 years of experience as a General Manager or Assistant General Manager in a high-end, full-service restaurant Deep understanding of NYC dining culture and guest expectations Proven leadership and team-building skills in a high-volume environment Strong financial acumen and experience managing budgets, cost controls, and scheduling Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills Passion for hospitality, food, and service excellence Working knowledge of reservation and POS systems (Resy, Toast, Aloha, etc.) Flexible availability including evenings, weekends, and holidays Compensation & Benefits Competitive salary and performance-based bonus Health insurance and paid time off Dining discounts and growth opportunities within the restaurant group More detail about Cucina Alba part of Prince Street Hospitality, please visit