General Manager - Upscale Wine & Guest Experience Leader

Sixty Vines; Gaithersburg (MD); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 17 days of Paid Time Off

401(k) with match

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Wine-country trips

WSET and sommelier certification

Free access to mental health services

Growth and leadership development

Job summary

Sixty Vines is seeking a talented General Manager focused on delivering exceptional Guest experiences. You will lead restaurant operations, financial performance, leadership development and the overall Guest experience while bringing Sixty Vines’ Brand DNA to life.

Our ideal GM is a strategic, hands-on leader who develops great people, drives results and creates an approachable environment where Guests can discover wine without intimidation.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of restaurant management in a high-volume full-service environment.
• GM experience in an upscale or polished casual concept preferred.
• Proven ability to drive sales, manage costs and develop high-performing restaurant teams.
• Strong understanding of profit and loss statements, budgeting, forecasting, labor management and cost controls.
• Bachelor’s degree or professional certification in hospitality, culinary arts or related field preferred.
• Ability to work days, evenings, weekends and holidays as business needs require.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Create and adjust annual and quarterly operating plans based on sales trends, market conditions and restaurant performance.
• Drive top-line sales through exceptional Guest experiences, community partnerships and strong restaurant leadership.
• Review financial results and identify opportunities to increase sales, control expenses and improve profitability.
• Ensure effective labor management through accurate forecasting and weekly schedule review.
• Maintain a safe, organized and well-manicured restaurant that is as polished behind the scenes as it is for our Guests.
• Develop strategies that strengthen Sixty Vines’ competitive position and presence within the community.
• Hire, train, develop and retain some of the best talent in the industry.
• Ensure Team Members have the knowledge, tools and resources necessary to succeed.
• Execute the Best First Day orientation and onboarding process for new Team Members and Managers.
• Create a positive, inclusive and accountable culture centered on hospitality, curiosity and continuous learning.
• Coach consistently, celebrate team wins and address performance opportunities fairly and directly.
• Foster strong collaboration between the front-of-house and culinary teams.
• Oversee daily restaurant operations and ensure consistent execution of our standards, systems and procedures.
• Maintain an active, hands-on leadership presence during service.
• Ensure appropriate staffing, scheduling, inventory and cost-control practices.
• Oversee service, culinary, wine, facility and Guest-experience standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and preventive maintenance of the restaurant and its equipment.
• Ensure compliance with employment, food safety, sanitation, alcohol service and workplace safety requirements.

Skills

Restaurant management

Leadership

P&L experience

Budgeting

Hiring & training

Education

Bachelor’s degree or cert in hospitality or related field

Job description

Sixty Vines is seeking a talented General Manager focused on delivering exceptional Guest experiences. You will lead restaurant operations, financial performance, leadership development and the overall Guest experience while bringing Sixty Vines’ Brand DNA to life.

Our ideal GM is a strategic, hands-on leader who develops great people, drives results and creates an approachable environment where Guests can discover wine without intimidation.