General Manager

Recruiting Partner: Allison O'Leary Creason

Silver Spring, Maryland | Food & Beverage & Lodging | Not Remote | $80,000 to $95,000 | Job ID: 161728

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A bold new destination is emerging in Montgomery County—one that fuses craft, culture, and elevated hospitality into a truly unique guest experience. We’re seeking a visionary General Manager to lead the charge from the ground up. If you’re passionate about immersive hospitality, guest-driven strategy, and creating a brand that leaves a lasting mark, we want to meet you.

General Manager Benefits and Compensation:

  • Competitive salary $80k – $95k based on experience
  • Paid time off
  • Exclusive discounts on products and guest experiences
  • The opportunity to define and grow a brand from launch
  • A collaborative, forward-thinking work culture rooted in community and creativity

General Manager Requirements and Qualifications:

  • Lead all front-of-house operations, events, and daily guest experiences
  • Hire, train, and develop a high-performing team aligned with brand values
  • Collaborate with ownership and creative partners to execute the long-term vision
  • Maintain high standards of service, efficiency, and compliance
  • Drive community engagement and act as a brand ambassador
  • Support marketing efforts and contribute to storytelling around our craft offerings
  • Oversee budgets, costs, and overall operational performance

General Preferred Background and Skills:

  • 5+ years of progressive hospitality management experience (distillery, cocktail bar, or premium hospitality setting preferred)
  • Strong leadership and team-building skills
  • Deep knowledge of beverage culture, guest experience design, and service standards
  • Financial and operational expertise, including budget management and strategic planning
  • Passion for innovation and building community-centered spaces
  • Understanding of health, safety, and regulatory standards in the beverage industry

Ready to Lead Something Original?

This is more than a GM role—it’s a chance to build something lasting, lead with heart, and shape a space where craft meets community.

Apply now to join us in creating a destination unlike any other.

At Goodwin Recruiting, we are committed to our core values and providing world class customer service. We are committed to helping our clients navigate and comply with the complex and ever-changing labor laws as well as help ensure that in every hiring decision, internally and with our client partners, that all viable candidates are considered, and the most qualified candidate is offered the role. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.

 

JOB ID: 161728

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At Goodwin Recruiting we are committed to our core values. We take our value, Dedicated to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, very seriously and will never discriminate against a candidate or client based on any protected classes. Our clients seek qualified candidates, and that is what we deliver. A person’s age, gender, race, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or arrest or conviction record has no bearing on whether he, she, or they are able to do the job. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.

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