Restaurant Manager - Matchbox (Capitol Hill)

Thompson Hospitality; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Thompson Hospitality is seeking a passionate Restaurant Manager to join their team in Washington, D.C. This dynamic role involves overseeing restaurant operations, ensuring exceptional guest experiences, and managing a motivated team. Candidates should possess strong leadership skills, a great attitude, and experience in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Health/Dental/Vision

Paid Time Off

401(k), matched up to 4%

Short and Long Term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Program

Pet Insurance

Discounts: Hotels, Travel, Tickets, Restaurants

Qualifications

• Experience managing a fast-paced restaurant.
• Clear verbal communication skills.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily restaurant operations ensuring efficient service.
• Lead and motivate the team for exceptional guest experiences.
• Manage inventory and cost control to optimize profitability.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Service

Communication

Problem Solving

Job description

Overview

Are you a passionate leader who thrives in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment? We’re looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Restaurant Manager to join our team and play a key role in delivering exceptional dining experiences.

In this dynamic role, you’ll be instrumental in upholding our core values—fostering a culture of teamwork, outstanding service, and memorable guest moments. You’ll oversee the daily operations of the restaurant, lead a motivated team, and collaborate closely with both front-of-house and culinary teams to maintain our high standards of excellence.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily restaurant operations, ensuring seamless and efficient service.
• Lead and motivate the team to deliver exceptional guest experiences and achieve performance goals.
• Monitor and maintain restaurant cleanliness, safety, and compliance with health regulations.
• Manage inventory, ordering, and cost control to optimize profitability.
• Collaborate with the culinary and service teams to uphold the restaurant's high standards.
• Requires 50–55 hours per week, including evenings and weekends as business needs dictate.

Qualifications

• Experience managing fast-paced restaurant.
• Leadership experience.
• A great attitude and work ethic.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (up to 6–8 hours).
• Lift and carry up to 20 lbs (e.g., menus, high chairs, booster seats).
• Reach, bend, and stoop occasionally.
• Use hands and arms to operate reservation systems and phones.
• Clear verbal communication skills and ability to interact with guests in a busy environment.
• Ability to remain calm and composed while multitasking in a fast-paced setting.

Competitive Benefits:

• Health/Dental/Vision
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k), matched up to 4%
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Pet Insurance
• Discounts: Hotels, Travel, Tickets, Restaurants
• Employees and their relatives are eligible for a discounted meal plan at any of our HBCU client locations while they are attending school

Who We Are:

Matchbox is a leading restaurant brand that has been bringing people together since 2003 with our mouth-watering wood-fired pizzas, mini burgers, and chef-inspired dishes. We are committed to providing a positive experience to every guest, client, and team member. Join Matchbox and be a part of our continued success and vibrant dining culture.

Thompson Hospitality is of the largest restaurants, food service, and facilities management companies in the country. We are highly built upon our values, do the right thing, do the best you can, and treat others how you want to be treated, which are shaped by more than 33 years of relationships with our clients, guests, and communities. We offer competitive benefits, see our website for more. https://www.thompsonhospitality.com/

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

• Experience managing fast-paced restaurant.
• Leadership experience.
• A great attitude and work ethic.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (up to 6–8 hours).
• Lift and carry up to 20 lbs (e.g., menus, high chairs, booster seats).
• Reach, bend, and stoop occasionally.
• Use hands and arms to operate reservation systems and phones.
• Clear verbal communication skills and ability to interact with guests in a busy environment.
• Ability to remain calm and composed while multitasking in a fast-paced setting.

Competitive Benefits:

• Health/Dental/Vision
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k), matched up to 4%
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Pet Insurance
• Discounts: Hotels, Travel, Tickets, Restaurants
• Employees and their relatives are eligible for a discounted meal plan at any of our HBCU client locations while they are attending school

Who We Are:

Matchbox is a leading restaurant brand that has been bringing people together since 2003 with our mouth-watering wood-fired pizzas, mini burgers, and chef-inspired dishes. We are committed to providing a positive experience to every guest, client, and team member. Join Matchbox and be a part of our continued success and vibrant dining culture.

Thompson Hospitality is of the largest restaurants, food service, and facilities management companies in the country. We are highly built upon our values, do the right thing, do the best you can, and treat others how you want to be treated, which are shaped by more than 33 years of relationships with our clients, guests, and communities. We offer competitive benefits, see our website for more. https://www.thompsonhospitality.com/

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

• Oversee daily restaurant operations, ensuring seamless and efficient service.
• Lead and motivate the team to deliver exceptional guest experiences and achieve performance goals.
• Monitor and maintain restaurant cleanliness, safety, and compliance with health regulations.
• Manage inventory, ordering, and cost control to optimize profitability.
• Collaborate with the culinary and service teams to uphold the restaurant's high standards.
• Requires 50–55 hours per week, including evenings and weekends as business needs dictate.