Lead Front-of-House Manager – High-Volume Fine Dining in DC

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

Benefits offered by this job

Company-funded pension

Immediate 401(k) participation

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision,

Life & disability benefits

Generous PTO and family/medical leave

Career advancement opportunities

Quarterly bonus eligibility

Job summary

Goodwin Recruiting is assisting a DC-based restaurant group in hiring a Restaurant Manager for one of its high-volume Washington locations. The role emphasizes hands-on leadership from the floor, staff development, and delivering outstanding guest experiences.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years of dining room or restaurant management experience, a customer-centric mindset, and strong teamwork skills. The position offers a 5‑day workweek, solid benefits, and clear career growth.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of dining room or restaurant management experience in a high-volume operation.
• Hands-on leader who can lead from the floor and develop teams.
• Strong communication and people leadership skills.
• Commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Responsibilities

• Hire, train, schedule, coach, and develop team members.
• Lead service and set shift-specific goals.
• Maintain high standards for guest service and hospitality.
• Resolve guest concerns professionally.
• Conduct menu training and department meetings.
• Support safety, health, and operational standards.
• Assist with inventory and administrative duties.
• Collaborate with management on overall restaurant performance.

Skills

Dining room management

Guest service

People development

Communication

Job description

Goodwin Recruiting is assisting a DC-based restaurant group in hiring a Restaurant Manager for one of its high-volume Washington locations. The role emphasizes hands-on leadership from the floor, staff development, and delivering outstanding guest experiences.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years of dining room or restaurant management experience, a customer-centric mindset, and strong teamwork skills. The position offers a 5‑day workweek, solid benefits, and clear career growth.