General Manager

Founding Farmers Restaurant Group; Washington, Baltimore (District of Columbia, MD); On-site; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance plans

Dental and vision plans

Paid time off

401k

Paid pregnancy and parental leave

Short-term disability

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Training and career growth

Discounted gym membership

Free therapy services

Job summary

Founding Farmers Restaurant Group seeks a General Manager to lead daily operations, drive profitability, mentor staff, and ensure exceptional guest experiences. You will manage scheduling, inventory, and safety while upholding brand standards across the DC area.

The role requires a passion for hospitality, strong leadership, and a track record in high-volume restaurant settings. Competitive compensation and growth opportunities are part of the package.

Qualifications

• Experience in high volume restaurants (1–2 years preferred).
• Strong understanding of restaurant operations and guest experience.
• Robust financial aptitude in respect to business operations.

Responsibilities

• Control day-to-day operations by scheduling, ordering, and developing restaurant team members.
• Support profit & loss management by following cash control procedures and reviewing financial reports.

Skills

Restaurant operations

Team leadership

Financial acumen

Hospitality focus

Education

Hospitality degree

Job description

General Manager

Our General Managers support the leadership of our Farmers Restaurant Group team and help grow our business. They are committed to supporting the operation of a profitable restaurant, driving sales, growing our brand, and building the culture of hospitality while providing delicious scratch-made food and beverages for our guests. As a General Manager, you will enjoy a career path that challenges you as a leader and facilitates growth and development.

Salary Range: $115k - $130k

BENEFITS & PERKS:

• Competitive pay
• Health insurance plans available for as low as $130 per month after 90 days of employment
• Dental and vision plans
• Paid time off
• Discounted shift meal and generous dining discount
• Company sponsored 401k
• Paid pregnancy and parental leave
• Voluntary benefits: short-term disability and accident insurance
• Free access to company massage therapist
• Discounted gym & yoga membership
• Free mental health therapy through our partner ComPsych, where employees and their immediate family members receive confidential sessions available virtually or in-person
• Training and career growth opportunities
• Free Employee Assistance Program with resources for legal, financial, and life needs

WHAT OUR GENERAL MANAGERS DO:

• Control day-to-day operations by scheduling, ordering, and developing restaurant team members
• Support profit & loss management by following cash control/security procedures, maintaining inventory, managing labor, reviewing financial reports, and taking appropriate actions
• Recruit, interview, and hire staff, motivate and train team, and take disciplinary actions, as needed
• Ensure fully staffed, fully trained, and fully performing location
• Oversee and adhere to local health and safety codes, as well as company-wide safety and security policies
• Follow the preventative maintenance program for facility, equipment, appliances, fixtures, etc.
• Lead a culture of safety and promote a positive working environment
• Drive the company goals and objectives for creating a best-in-class guest experience

  WHAT YOU NEED TO BE AN ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER:

  • Flexibility to work in either DC, MD or VA
  • Experience in high volume restaurants, with a minimum of one to two years preferred
  • Strong understanding of restaurant operations
  • Robust financial aptitude in respect to business operations
  • Passion for hospitality
  • Ability to stand for extended periods of time and lift up to 50 pounds, as needed
  • Capable of continuous bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, and use of hands and arms
  • Ability to lead and develop a team
  • Be caring, self-motivated, and exhibit an aptitude for leading, coaching, and driving excellence
  • Hospitality degree preferred