General Manager | Elevated Restaurant Concept | Gaithersburg, MD

Full Time
1 month ago

Title: General Manager

Location: Gaithersburg, MD

Compensation: $85,000–$110,000 + monthly profit share

Schedule: Full-time | Flexible availability including evenings, weekends & holidays

Benefits: PTO | 401(k) match | Medical, dental & vision | Leadership development | Professional education opportunities


Position Overview:


We’re conducting a confidential search for an experienced General Manager to lead a high-volume, chef-driven restaurant in Raleigh.


This is an opportunity for a hands-on hospitality leader who can balance exceptional guest experiences with strong financial performance, team development, and operational excellence.


The ideal candidate is equally comfortable on the floor, in a manager meeting, or reviewing a P&L. You’ll lead the restaurant’s day-to-day operations while developing a strong leadership team and creating an environment where both guests and employees feel welcome.


If you’re a strong restaurant operator who knows how to build teams, drive results, and create an exceptional guest experience, this is an opportunity worth exploring.



Why You’ll Love This Opportunity:

  • $85K–$110K base salary + monthly profit share
  • Up to 17 days of PTO
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Professional development and leadership training
  • Opportunities for wine and beverage education, including certification support
  • Access to mental health resources
  • Opportunity to grow with an established hospitality organization


What You’ll Bring to the Table:

  • 3–5+ years of restaurant management experience in a high-volume, full-service environment
  • Previous General Manager experience in an upscale or polished-casual concept strongly preferred
  • Proven ability to drive sales, manage costs, and develop high-performing teams
  • Strong understanding of P&L statements, budgeting, forecasting, labor management, and cost controls
  • A hands-on leadership style with strong floor presence
  • Excellent communication, organization, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
  • Genuine passion for hospitality, chef-driven food, and beverage
  • Food Manager certification required
  • Bachelor’s degree or professional hospitality/culinary certification preferred
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule based on business needs



What You’ll Own:


Business & Financial Performance

  • Develop and adjust operating plans based on sales trends and restaurant performance
  • Drive sales through exceptional hospitality, local partnerships, and strong restaurant leadership
  • Review financial results and identify opportunities to improve profitability
  • Manage labor through accurate forecasting, scheduling, and ongoing review
  • Maintain strong standards around cleanliness, organization, safety, and overall restaurant presentation
  • Identify opportunities to strengthen the restaurant’s presence within the local community


Guest Experience

  • Set the standard for approachable, memorable hospitality
  • Maintain a highly visible presence on the floor and engage directly with guests
  • Ensure consistent execution across food, beverage, service, and overall guest experience
  • Partner with culinary leadership to deliver a high-quality, consistent menu
  • Develop a team that is knowledgeable, confident, and genuinely engaged in the guest experience
  • Personally address guest concerns and ensure thoughtful service recovery


People & Leadership

  • Hire, train, develop, and retain a strong restaurant team
  • Create a positive, inclusive, and accountable culture
  • Establish clear expectations and provide consistent coaching and feedback
  • Lead manager meetings focused on business performance, priorities, and opportunities
  • Conduct regular one-on-ones with managers and support their professional development
  • Develop internal talent and build a strong leadership pipeline
  • Foster strong collaboration between FOH and culinary teams



Operations

  • Oversee daily restaurant operations and ensure consistent execution of systems and standards
  • Maintain an active, hands-on leadership presence during service
  • Oversee staffing, scheduling, inventory, and cost-control practices
  • Ensure high standards across service, culinary, beverage, facilities, and guest experience
  • Maintain cleanliness, organization, and preventative maintenance
  • Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, alcohol service, employment, and workplace safety requirements


Job Information

Offered Salary
90k/year - 105k/year