Job Description

Job Title: Restaurant General Manager
Location: Gaitherburg, MD

Our client is opening an exciting new, high-volume, chef-driven restaurant in Washington, DC, dedicated to delivering extraordinary dining experiences. If you’re a passionate and seasoned leader with a track record of managing successful restaurants, cultivating professional teams, and creating exceptional guest experiences.

As the General Manager, you will be the driving force behind our restaurant’s success, overseeing all aspects of operations, fostering a culture of excellence, and ensuring every guest leaves delighted. You’ll lead a professional service team, work closely with culinary leadership, and implement strategies to achieve operational excellence and profitability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership & Team Building: Hire, train, and manage a professional front-of-house team committed to outstanding guest service and teamwork.
• Guest Experience: Maintain high standards of service to ensure every guest enjoys a memorable dining experience.
• Operations Management: Oversee all day-to-day operations, including scheduling, budgeting, inventory, and vendor relations, ensuring efficiency and compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the Executive Chef to maintain a seamless connection between the front and back of the house.
• Financial Performance: Drive profitability by managing costs, maximizing revenue, and meeting or exceeding financial goals.
• Problem-Solving: Handle challenges with professionalism, resolving guest concerns and team issues swiftly and effectively.

Qualifications:

• Experience: Minimum of 4 years as a General Manager in a high-volume, chef-driven restaurant.
• Leadership: Strong leadership and communication skills with a proven ability to inspire and manage a professional service team.
• Guest Focused: A commitment to delivering excellent guest service and building long-term relationships with patrons.
• Operational Expertise: Proficiency in managing budgets, scheduling, and operational tools with a detail-oriented approach.
• Collaborative Spirit: Ability to work closely with culinary and operations leadership to achieve common goals.
• Adaptable & Calm Under Pressure: Thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining poise and professionalism.

Perks & Benefits:

• Competitive Compensation: A salary that reflects your expertise and contributions.
• Monthly Bonus: Recognizing your role in achieving operational goals.
• Profit Sharing: Sharing in the success of our restaurant.
• Growth opportunities within our expanding organization.

Join in shaping the future of dining in Washington, DC! ??

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