General Manager JN -102026-182345

Goodwin Recruiting; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Collaborative work environment

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Goodwin Recruiting is seeking a talented Restaurant Manager to lead daily operations in a Washington, DC area venue. You will drive guest satisfaction, manage a dedicated team, and shape service standards to support business growth.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, effective communication, and hands-on operations across front- and back-of-house functions.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in restaurant management or a similar leadership role.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Knowledge of food safety, health, and sanitation regulations.
• Proficiency with restaurant management software and POS systems.
• Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.
• Solid financial and business acumen.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily restaurant operations to ensure efficient and smooth service.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, and service.
• Hire, train, schedule, and manage restaurant staff, fostering a positive environment.
• Address guest feedback, resolve complaints, and ensure exceptional customer experiences.
• Monitor budgets, sales, and expenses to support profitability and control costs.
• Oversee inventory, vendor relationships, and supply ordering.
• Ensure compliance with licensing, health, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate on marketing initiatives and engage with customer loyalty programs.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Communication

Food safety knowledge

POS systems

Financial acumen

Problem solving

Tools

POS systems

Restaurant management software

Job description

An established hospitality group is seeking a talented restaurant manager to lead daily operations and drive guest satisfaction. This opportunity offers you the chance to shape the restaurant's culture, work with a committed team, and make a direct impact on service and business growth.

An established hospitality group is seeking a talented restaurant manager to lead daily operations and drive guest satisfaction. This opportunity offers you the chance to shape the restaurant's culture, work with a committed team, and make a direct impact on service and business growth.

Benefits & Compensation

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth
• Supportive and collaborative work environment

Requirements & Qualifications

• Proven experience in restaurant management or a similar leadership role
• Strong leadership and team management abilities
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Knowledge of food safety, health, and sanitation regulations
• Proficiency with restaurant management software and POS systems
• Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills
• Solid financial and business acumen

Preferred Background & Skills

• Experience overseeing inventory and vendor relationships
• Ability to develop promotional campaigns and events
• Familiarity with payroll and cash management processes

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Oversee daily restaurant operations to ensure efficient and smooth service
• Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, and service
• Hire, train, schedule, and manage restaurant staff, fostering a positive environment
• Address guest feedback, resolve complaints, and ensure exceptional customer experiences
• Monitor budgets, sales, and expenses to support profitability and control costs
• Oversee inventory, vendor relationships, and supply ordering
• Ensure compliance with all licensing, health, safety, and regulatory requirements
• Collaborate on marketing initiatives and engage with customer loyalty programs

, $60,000 - $80,000,