Saks Global Restaurant Lead - Front of House

Employment
Full-Time
Seniority
Supervisor
Posted
Jun 11, 2026

About Saks Global

Saks Global is a leading multi‑brand luxury retailer operating Saks Fifth Avenue, Saks OFF 5TH and other luxury retail and e‑commerce experiences. The organization leverages extensive customer data, dedicated merchandising and digital capabilities, and strategic brand partnerships to deliver a highly curated luxury shopping experience across physical and digital channels.

Restaurant Lead - Front of House position in New York, FL. Luxury hospitality role managing dining room operations and guest experience.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Supervise and coordinate front-of-house staff during all service periods
  • Ensure consistent delivery of luxury hospitality standards and service protocols
  • Manage guest seating, pacing, and satisfaction throughout dining experience
  • Train and mentor hosts, servers, and service support staff
  • Monitor table management and optimize guest flow
  • Respond promptly to guest requests and resolve service issues with discretion
  • Communicate service flow and kitchen coordination with back-of-house management
  • Maintain cleanliness, presentation, and ambiance standards in dining areas

Qualifications

  • Proven experience in luxury hospitality or high-end restaurant management
  • Strong leadership and team coordination abilities
  • Comprehensive knowledge of fine dining service protocols and etiquette
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to multitask and remain composed under pressure
  • Professional demeanor and appearance standards

Skills

Leadership Guest relations Service operations Staff training Problem-solving Time management Communication Hospitality standards

Experience

Minimum 3–5 years in a supervisory or lead role within luxury hospitality, fine dining, or upscale restaurant environments, with demonstrated success managing front-of-house teams and ensuring exceptional guest experiences.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; hospitality certifications or sommelier training preferred.

Workplace

This position is based in New York, Florida, USA.

Culture

Saks Global fosters a fast‑paced, customer‑centric culture rooted in luxury merchandising and digital innovation. Teams are collaborative and data‑informed, offering exposure to cross‑functional career paths across retail, distribution and e‑commerce.

About Cerulean

Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.

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Saks Global

Saks Global Restaurant Lead - Front of House

New York, USA

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