Restaurant Manager

Great American Restaurants; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonuses

Paid time off (PTO)

Holidays off (Thanksgiving, Christmas)

Health insurance

Life & disability insurance

401(k) match

Dining card

Gym & education reimbursement

Intense training program

Incentive trips

Job summary

Great American Restaurants in Northern Virginia is seeking a Front of House/Restaurant Manager to lead a high-volume dining room and inspire teams while delivering exceptional guest experiences.

You will oversee service standards, staff development, and daily operations, with a strong focus on hospitality, training, and performance-driven results. This role offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years working in casual, high volume restaurants.
• Strong understanding of restaurant operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead service in the dining room while maintaining high hospitality standards.
• Manage front-of-house team and guest experiences.
• Drive performance and development through training and coaching.

Skills

Leadership

Guest service

Operations knowledge

Team management

Job description

Great American Restaurants is growing. With more than 50 years of hospitality excellence, Great American Restaurants operates an award‑winning collection of 14 restaurants, 3 artisan bakeries, and a BBQ spot across Northern Virginia and Maryland. As we prepare to open 3 new locations in the coming year, our company is entering an exciting chapter of growth. We’re looking for passionate, driven hospitality professionals who want to be the best at what they do—leaders who elevate performance, inspire their teams, and take pride in delivering exceptional guest experiences. This is an opportunity to grow with a thriving, people‑focused organization that continues to invest in its people and its future. Consistently recognized as a Top Workplace for more than 10 consecutive years, we foster an environment where excellence is expected, supported, and rewarded.

The ideal Front of House/Restaurant Manager has a passion for food and beverage and a genuine ability to connect with guests and staff. A natural leader, you are responsible for maintaining the highest levels of hospitality while leading service in the dining room.

• Competitive salary $70,000-$100,000
• Quarterly bonuses earned through achieving results in hospitality and operations
• 3 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO) plus 2 four-day work weeks per year
• Enjoy Thanksgiving and Christmas off
• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• 401(K) with generous employer match
• Dining Card
• Gym & Educational Reimbursement
• Intense training program and ongoing professional development experiences
• Incentive trips earned through performance

Desired Skills and Experience:

• 2-5 years working in casual, high volume restaurants
• Strong understanding of restaurant operations