General Manager Swahili Village Bar & Restaurant - Beltsville, MD Lead One of the Most Exciting African Dining Concepts in the Country Swahili Village Bar & Restaurant is seeking a passionate, results-driven General Manager to lead our flagship Beltsville location. This is an opportunity for an experienced hospitality leader who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and is passionate about developing people, driving profitability, and delivering exceptional guest experiences. As General Manager, you will oversee all aspects of restaurant operations, lead a diverse team, and ensure every guest experiences the culture, hospitality, and excellence that define the Swahili Village brand. What You'll Do Lead all front and back of house operations Recruit, train, coach, and develop management and hourly team members Drive sales growth while maintaining profitability Manage labor, food cost, and controllable expenses to achieve financial goals Ensure exceptional guest service and resolve guest concerns professionally Maintain the highest standards of food quality, cleanliness, and safety Build a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement Analyze P&L statements and use key performance indicators to improve business performance Execute company initiatives and operational standards Partner with corporate leadership to achieve strategic goals Qualifications Minimum 5 years of General Manager experience in a high-volume full-service restaurant Proven leadership experience managing large teams Strong understanding of restaurant financials, including labor, food cost, inventory, and P&L management Demonstrated success in hiring, training, and developing talent Excellent communication and organizational skills Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as business demands ServSafe Certification (or ability to obtain) Experience with POS systems, scheduling software, and Microsoft Office We're Looking For Someone Who Leads by example Holds themselves and others accountable Thrives under pressure Makes data-driven decisions Builds strong, engaged teams Creates memorable guest experiences Takes ownership and acts like an entrepreneur Compensation & Benefits Competitive salary Performance-based bonus opportunity Paid Time Off Dining discounts Professional development and advancement opportunities Opportunity to grow with one of the fastest-growing African restaurant brands in the United States If you're ready to lead a dynamic team and make a lasting impact with an award-winning restaurant group, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of the Swahili Village family.

Pay:

$75,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Employee discount Paid time off Paid training

Education:

Associate (Required)

Experience:

Restaurant management: 5 years (Required)

Language:

English (Required) Swahili (Preferred) Shift availability: Day Shift (Required) Night Shift (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Beltsville, MD 20705 (Required)

Work Location:

In person