General Manager

About this position

Camporeale is a new Southern Italian restaurant from chef Nicholas Stefanelli, opening at Current Landing, Kansas City's new riverfront neighborhood alongside CPKC Stadium. Rooted in the cooking of Puglia and Sicily, Camporeale brings the same standards of cuisine and hospitality behind Stefanelli's Masseria in Washington, D.C., which earned a star in the city's first-ever Michelin Guide in 2016 and has held it every year since.

Our standards for food and service are high — and so are those of our guests. We are building a close-knit team of gifted, dedicated professionals, and we offer our team a healthy work-life balance, competitive salary and benefits, and an enriching work environment.

The Role

Camporeale is seeking a pre-opening General Manager to build the restaurant from the ground up and lead it through opening and beyond. You will hire and train the founding team, put our operating systems and standards in place, and then oversee all front- and back-of-house operations day to day, working closely with the chef and ownership team.

We are looking for a demonstrated leader with a strong work ethic, professionalism, a positive attitude, and a genuine passion for food, wine, and guest relations. The ability to work under pressure and stay consistent is a must.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of front-of-house floor management experience
• Operations experience across roles such as maître d', bar operations, sommelier, and service director
• Strong background in wine and wine service standards, with depth of knowledge in Italy and France
• Strong communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Restaurant opening experience
• Michelin-starred and/or fine dining experience
• Experience Toast, Resy, and/or Tripleseat
• TIPS certified
• Bilingual/multilingual

Pre-Opening Responsibilities

• Recruit, hire, and onboard the opening team
• Build and lead pre-opening training on service standards, menu, and wine
• Develop SOPs, service steps, and opening and closing procedures
• Set up POS, reservations, scheduling, and inventory systems
• Partner with the chef and ownership on the opening budget, vendor setup, and timeline

Ongoing Responsibilities

• Supervise the dining room floor and guest services
• Manage overall restaurant costs and SOPs
• Oversee product ordering and sourcing
• Manage scheduling
• Support the wine and beverage program
• Manage opening and closing cash handling procedures
• Communicate with the chefs daily on menu updates
• Train new staff members
• Monitor inventory procedures and organize data
• Maintain organization and cleanliness
• Lead weekly staff education meetings

What We Expect From You

• Act with integrity and honesty, and champion the culture, values, and mission of Camporeale
• Lead and mentor a motivated floor staff
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment, adapting and making decisions quickly
• Maintain a positive and professional attitude with the team
• Facilitate clear communication with guests, staff, and partners
• Establish the high-level service environment Camporeale will be known for, and foster its growth
• Bring a passion for food and hospitality, and strive to present the best product

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time
• Ability to squat, crouch, and bend over
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds
• All employees are to maintain a neat and well-groomed appearance (specifics will be provided)

Equal Opportunity

Camporeale strives to cultivate an inclusive work environment and is proud to celebrate diversity within our ranks. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to color, race, gender identity, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, marital status, or status as a covered veteran, in accordance with applicable law.

Energetic team players looking to grow personally and professionally with a new, ambitious restaurant who feel they meet the qualifications above are encouraged to apply

Location and commute

Kansas City, MO .

Plan your route with Google Maps. Travel times and transportation options vary; confirm the work location with the employer before commuting.

How to apply

Review the vacancy and complete the application on the employer or recruitment partner’s website. Requisition ID: WJ-3268289236.