General Manager
Recruiting Partner: Kevin Burbine
Chevy Chase, Maryland | Hospitality Operations | Not Remote | $100,000 to $120,000 | Job ID: 177678
Job Summary
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Restaurant General Manager
Great restaurants are built by leaders who know how to develop people, create memorable guest experiences, and drive strong business results. We're looking for an experienced Restaurant General Manager to lead a high-volume, full-service restaurant with a strong neighborhood following, a vibrant food and beverage program, private event capabilities, and a culture centered around hospitality, teamwork, and community connection.
This is an opportunity to join a growing hospitality organization that invests in its leaders, promotes from within, and offers one of the strongest benefits packages in the industry—including 100% employer-paid individual health coverage.
Benefits & Compensation
- Base salary: $100,000–$120,000
- 100% employer-paid individual medical insurance
- Dental and vision coverage available
- 401(k) program
- Paid time off and sick leave
- Complimentary shift meals
- Employee dining discounts
- Career advancement opportunities within a growing hospitality group
What You'll Do
- Lead all front-of-house and back-of-house operations to ensure exceptional execution every day
- Build, coach, and develop managers and hourly team members while fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, and hospitality
- Drive guest satisfaction by maintaining high standards of service, food quality, cleanliness, and overall experience
- Manage staffing, scheduling, labor performance, and operational efficiency
- Analyze financial results and take ownership of profitability, cost controls, and revenue growth
- Ensure compliance with all health, safety, sanitation, and operational standards
- Recruit, hire, train, and retain top hospitality talent
- Partner with culinary and service teams to execute business goals and maintain operational consistency
- Resolve guest concerns professionally and create positive outcomes
- Support local community engagement, marketing initiatives, and special events that strengthen the restaurant's presence in the market
- Implement systems, procedures, and best practices that position the business for long-term success
Qualifications
- Proven success as a Restaurant General Manager or senior restaurant leader in a full-service dining environment
- Experience overseeing both front-of-house and back-of-house operations
- Strong understanding of restaurant financials, including labor management, inventory controls, budgeting, and P&L accountability
- Demonstrated ability to develop leaders and build high-performing teams
- Strong guest service mindset with excellent communication and problem-solving skills
- Experience utilizing restaurant technology platforms, scheduling software, POS systems, and reporting tools
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Hospitality, business, or culinary education is a plus
- Conversational Spanish is a plus
If you're a hands-on leader who enjoys building teams, connecting with guests, and creating a restaurant culture people want to be part of, we'd love to hear from you.
JOB ID: 177678
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