Restaurant General Manager

ClearPath Staffing; Washington, Baltimore (District of Columbia, MD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

ClearPath Staffing is seeking an experienced General Manager to oversee daily operations for a premium cafe and restaurant concept in Washington, DC. The GM will lead both front-of-house and back-of-house teams, uphold brand standards, and drive guest satisfaction in a fast‑paced setting.

The role requires strong hospitality leadership, focus on food quality and safety, and the ability to balance service excellence with operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in high-volume hospitality operations.
• Track record of building and mentoring high-performing teams.
• Strong focus on guest service, food quality, and safety standards.
• Ability to manage P&L, inventory, and labor costs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily front-of-house and back-of-house operations.
• Maintain high standards for food quality and hospitality.
• Manage opening, closing, and daily procedures.
• Develop staff schedules and control labor costs.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and guest experience.
• Coordinate with leadership to implement improvements.

Skills

Hospitality leadership

Operations management

Team development

Budgeting

Guest experience

Scheduling

Food safety

Job description

Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced and hands‑on General Manager to oversee daily operations for a premium café and restaurant concept. The ideal candidate is a strong hospitality leader with experience managing high‑volume operations, developing successful teams, and maintaining exceptional standards of customer service, food quality, and operational efficiency.

This individual will be responsible for all aspects of the location's performance, including team leadership, financial management, staffing, inventory control, and guest satisfaction. We are looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, leads by example, and understands how to balance operational excellence with a welcoming and memorable guest experience.

Key Responsibilities

Operations Management

• Oversee daily front‑of‑house and back‑of‑house operations to ensure efficient and consistent service.
• Maintain high standards for food quality, presentation, cleanliness, and hospitality.
• Manage opening, closing, and daily operational procedures.
• Develop employee schedules and maintain appropriate staffing levels while controlling labor costs.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, health, and workplace safety regulations.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, service quality, and overall performance.
• Coordinate with leadership and support teams to implement operational improvements.