Fine Dining Restaurant Manager - Lead Front-of-House in DC

Goodwin Recruiting; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) participation

Comprehensive benefits

Five-day workweek

Dining perks

Paid time off

Job summary

Goodwin Recruiting is seeking a hands-on Restaurant Manager for a fine-dining concept in Washington, DC. The role leads front-of-house operations, delivering exceptional guest service while managing staff and daily dining room activities.

Base salary ranges from $65,000 to $75,000 with quarterly bonus potential. The position features a five-day workweek, competitive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement within a respected restaurant group.

Qualifications

• 2–3+ years of restaurant management experience, preferably in a fine-dining environment.
• Strong hospitality mindset with guest satisfaction focus.
• Leadership and accountability for service standards.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, interview, hire, train, schedule, and develop front-of-house staff.
• Oversee daily dining room operations and maintain exceptional service standards.
• Lead by example on the floor and address guest concerns promptly.
• Prepare weekly staff schedules and set service goals.
• Conduct menu education and ongoing team training.

Skills

Front-of-house management

Team leadership

Guest service

Communication

Job description

Goodwin Recruiting is seeking a hands-on Restaurant Manager for a fine-dining concept in Washington, DC. The role leads front-of-house operations, delivering exceptional guest service while managing staff and daily dining room activities.

Base salary ranges from $65,000 to $75,000 with quarterly bonus potential. The position features a five-day workweek, competitive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement within a respected restaurant group.