Restaurant Manager

Rye Street Tavern; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k participation

Company-funded pension

Quarterly bonuses

Flexible 5-day schedule

Comprehensive health plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Parking benefits

Job summary

Rye Street Tavern, part of Clyde's Restaurant Group, seeks a Restaurant Manager in Baltimore to lead FOH operations with a focus on hospitality and guest satisfaction.

Base salary ranges from $65,000 to $75,000 per year, with quarterly bonus potential. The role emphasizes staff development, great communication, and a culture of respect, with a 5-day work week and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Hardworking, attentive, and hospitality-driven with a desire to excel and maintain the highest level of service.
• 2-3 years’ experience as a dining room manager, preferably in a high-volume restaurant.
• Great verbal and written communication skills.
• Provides guests with exceptional service and value.
• Disciplined and firm about standards of performance, yet fair and personable in developing employees.

Responsibilities

• Interview, hire, train, schedule, and develop front-of-the-house (FOH) employees.
• Write and post FOH weekly schedules and set specific service goals for the staff to work during the shift.
• Work the floor hands-on by greeting guests, processing checks, and investigating and resolving customer complaints.
• Interact with guests in a genuine and friendly manner to establish a personal, professional rapport.
• Conduct daily menu class.
• Direct employees in safety and health prevention measures.
• Assist in monthly inventory.
• Write agendas for and conduct departmental meetings.
• Attend and participate in weekly manager meetings.

Skills

Hospitality leadership

Dining room management

Verbal and written communication

Guest service excellence

Staff development

Job description

Base Salary: $65,000 - $75,000 / year based on experience + Quarterly Bonus Potential

Ready to elevate your career with a company that values work-life balance, competitive pay, and a positive work environment? We are seeking a Restaurant Manager to join our leadership team.

Rye Street Tavern is located on the waterfront of the Baltimore Peninsula development adjacent to the Sagamore Distillery. Our 400-seat restaurant features two great indoor bars, a 70-seat outdoor bar overlooking the water, an incredible patio, show kitchen, and our famous oyster bar.

At Clyde's Restaurant Group, you can have the best of both worlds - growing your career while enjoying the stability, pay, and benefits of a thriving, large-scale organization. Our commitment to exception customer service and unique, innovative menus remains unwavering across all of our diverse restaurant concepts. Join us as a restaurateur and be part of a reputable and expanding company!

WHY JOIN THE CLYDE'S TEAM AS RESTAURANT MANAGER

• Reputable Company: Strong stability and performance.
• Positive Culture: Courtesy, dignity, and respect.
• Retirement Plans: 100% company-funded pension (vesting after 1 year) and immediate 401k participation.
• Bonuses: Quarterly eligibility.
• Flexible Schedule: 5-day work week.
• Comprehensive Health Plan: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, telemedicine, wellness coach, and reduced rates on wellness services.
• Insurance: Hospital indemnity, critical illness, accident coverage.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Includes sick pay, medical/family leave (up to 8 weeks), special leaves (jury duty, voting, school activities for DC).
• Therapy Resources: Access to free behavioral and digital cognitive behavioral therapy.
• Dining Discounts: Half-price off-duty dining and complimentary shift meals.
• Convenient Parking: Available parking benefits.
• Employee Assistance: Legal, emotional, financial, and work/life balance support.
• Financial Assistance: Assistance fund for employees in need.
• Training & Education: Best-in-class training program and tuition reimbursement.
• Flu Shots & Discounts: Annual flu shots and access to thousands of exclusive brand discounts.
• Charity Matching: Up to $4,000 yearly.

WHAT WE LOOK FOR IN A RESTAURANT MANAGER

• Hardworking, attentive, and hospitality-driven with a desire to excel and maintain the highest level of service
• 2-3 years’ experience as a dining room manager, preferably in a high-volume restaurant
• Great verbal and written communication skills
• Provides guests with exceptional service and value
• Disciplined and firm about standards of performance, yet fair and personable in developing employees

WHAT YOU WILL DO AS A RESTAURANT MANAGER

• Interview, hire, train, schedule, and develop front-of-the-house (FOH) employees
• Write and post FOH weekly schedules and set specific service goals for the staff to work during the shift
• Work the floor hands-on by greeting guests, processing checks, and investigating and resolving customer complaints
• Interact with guests in a genuine and friendly manner to establish a personal, professional rapport
• Conduct daily menu class
• Direct employees in safety and health prevention measures
• Assist in monthly inventory
• Write agendas for and conduct departmental meetings
• Attend and participate in weekly manager meetings

ABOUT US

Since 1963, Clyde's Restaurant Group has been a leader in the DMV restaurant scene, known for exceptional guest service and fostering a positive culture for employees. Our 14 properties include Clyde's, Old Ebbitt Grill, The Hamilton, 1789 Restaurant, Fitzgerald's, The Tombs, Rye Street Tavern, Cordelia Fishbar, Hamilton Live, and Ebbitt House (opening Fall 2026).

We are committed to building an inclusive team and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Clyde’s Restaurant Group participates in E-Verify. We use the federal E-Verify system to confirm that new hires are authorized to work in the United States.