Senior General Manager - Dynamic Upscale Dining

STK Washington DC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

EAP

Onsite dining benefits

Job summary

STK Washington DC is seeking a General Manager to lead daily operations, drive profitability, and maintain brand standards in a high-energy, full-service steakhouse environment.

You will manage a team of managers and hourly staff, ensure guest satisfaction, and execute strategic initiatives to grow sales and guest traffic while upholding top-tier hospitality.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of leadership experience in high-volume, full-service dining.
• Proven track record of driving sales, managing budgets, and leading teams.
• Strong business acumen and decision-making skills.
• Experience with restaurant POS systems (MICROS, Aloha, OpenTable).

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire managers and hourly staff to deliver an exceptional guest experience.
• Uphold THE ONE GROUP’s service and hospitality standards.
• Oversee restaurant operations, including business strategy, marketing, and risk management.
• Maintain compliance with food safety and health regulations.

Skills

Leadership experience

Sales & budgeting

Guest service excellence

POS systems proficiency

Tools

MICROS

Aloha

OpenTable

Job description

• Up to 25% of the base salary in performance-based bonuses
• $24K annually in monthly kicker bonuses
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Group Life and Disability Insurance
• Group Accident, Hospital Indemnity, and Critical Illness Insurance
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) Plan
• Employee Dining Discounts and/or Complimentary Onsite Meals
• Career Development & Limitless Growth Opportunities
• If you reside in Arizona, California, Colorado, Illinois, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, or Washington, D.C., you are entitled to Paid Sick Time in accordance with state and local regulations.
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Commuter and Dependent Care Benefits

What You’ll Do:

As the General Manager, you will be the driving force behind daily operations, team leadership, and financial performance. You will be responsible for maintaining our brand standards, guest satisfaction, and a dynamic, high-energy environment while also ensuring profitability and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

Operations Leadership

• Lead and inspire a team of managers and hourly staff to deliver an exceptional guest experience
• Uphold THE ONE GROUP’s world-class service and hospitality standards
• Oversee all restaurant functions, including business strategy, marketing, and risk management
• Maintain compliance with corporate policies, food safety standards, and health regulations

Team Development & Staffing

• Recruit, hire, and onboard top-tier talent to support a high-performance culture
• Coach, train, and mentor team members to drive excellence and career growth
• Conduct regular performance evaluations and team-building initiatives

Financial & Business Performance

• Monitor sales, labor, and operating costs to maximize profitability
• Develop marketing initiatives and networking strategies to increase guest traffic and sales
• Set and execute sales forecasts, budget goals, and profitability strategies
• Ensure compliance with all financial reporting and cost management standards

What We’re Looking For:

• 8+ years of leadership experience in high-volume, full-service dining (steakhouse or upscale dining preferred)
• 
  A proven track record of driving sales, managing budgets, and leading successful teams
• 
  Strong business acumen, financial expertise, and decision-making skills
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  A passion for hospitality, guest engagement, and high-energy environments
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  Tech-savvy with experience in restaurant POS systems (MICROS, Aloha, OpenTable, etc.)
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  Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy restaurant atmosphere

Why THE ONE GROUP is Your Next Career Move

This is more than a job—it’s a career opportunity with limitless potential in an expanding global brand. If you’re ready to take the next step in your hospitality career, apply today and join us in delivering an unmatched dining experience!

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