Restaurant Manager – Upscale Dining | Washington, DC

Recruiting Partner: Robert Goebel

Washington, District of Columbia | Hospitality Operations | Not Remote | $80,000 to $85,000 | Job ID: 178254

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Restaurant Manager

Location: Washington, DC

Salary: $75,000–$85,000 Base + Bonus + Excellent Benefits

Are you a hospitality leader who thrives in a polished, high-energy restaurant environment? We're partnering with one of the Washington, DC area's most respected restaurant groups to find an experienced Restaurant Manager for one of its flagship upscale dining concepts.

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a growing organization known for exceptional food, genuine hospitality, and a strong commitment to developing its leaders. If you're passionate about creating memorable guest experiences while building and coaching high-performing teams, we'd love to speak with you.

What You'll Do

  • Lead daily front-of-house operations with a hands-on leadership style.
  • Deliver an elevated guest experience while maintaining exceptional service standards.
  • Recruit, train, coach, and develop a team focused on hospitality and execution.
  • Manage labor, scheduling, and operational performance to achieve financial goals.
  • Maintain high standards for cleanliness, safety, and operational excellence.
  • Partner with the culinary team to ensure seamless communication and execution.
  • Foster a positive, team-oriented culture that values accountability and growth.

What We're Looking For

  • 2+ years of restaurant management experience in an upscale casual or polished casual concept.
  • Strong leadership, communication, and team development skills.
  • Proven ability to lead in a high-volume, guest-focused environment.
  • Experience managing labor, costs, and operational performance.
  • Passion for hospitality and creating exceptional guest experiences.
  • Stable work history with opportunities for progression.

Compensation & Benefits

  • $75,000–$80,000 Base Salary
  • Performance Bonus
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Paid Time Off
  • Growth opportunities with an expanding restaurant group
  • Supportive leadership team and outstanding company culture

If you're ready to take the next step in your hospitality career with a company that invests in its people and promotes from within, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to learn more about this exciting leadership opportunity in Washington, DC.

 

JOB ID: 178254

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At Goodwin Recruiting, our clients seek qualified candidates, and that is what we deliver. A person’s age, gender, race, color, marital or family status, national origin, disability, religion, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity has no bearing on whether 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 work hard to identify a broad slate of candidates for each of our clients, with many hiring success stories to share.

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