What are the responsibilities and job description for the AGM position at Saverne?
Saverne | 531 W 34th St, Hudson Yards
Saverne is a wood-fired modern brasserie from Gabriel Kreuther, the celebrated chef of his two-Michelin-starred restaurant in Bryant Park. Opening this winter at The Spiral in Hudson Yards, Saverne brings refined Alsatian-inspired cuisine, live-fire cooking, and genuine hospitality to a modern, approachable dining room.
We are seeking an experienced, hands-on AGM to join our opening leadership team. This role is ideal for a hospitality professional who leads from the floor, maintains a strong presence during service, and balances exceptional guest experience with sound administrative execution.
What We’re Looking For
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Proven experience as a Restaurant Manager or FOH Manager in fine dining or high-end hospitality
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Strong, visible leadership presence on the floor during service
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Deep understanding of service standards, guest relations, and dining room flow
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Solid administrative skills including scheduling, payroll, reporting, and team communication
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Ability to coach, motivate, and hold teams to high standards
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Michelin-starred or fine-dining experience preferred
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Lead daily service with confidence, energy, and attention to detail
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Maintain floor presence and actively support FOH team during service
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Ensure consistent execution of service standards and hospitality
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Manage scheduling, staff performance, and internal communication
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Handle guest relations, feedback, and service recovery with grace
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Support opening procedures, training, and ongoing team development
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Full-time leadership position
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Opening team opportunity in a Michelin-led restaurant
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Professional, respectful, and collaborative work environment
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Growth and long-term advancement opportunities
This is a rare opportunity to help shape the culture, standards, and guest experience of one of New York City’s most anticipated restaurant openings.
Apply today and join the Saverne opening leadership team.
Salary : $80,000 - $90,000