Lead with Purpose. Build a Strong Team. Deliver Exceptional Hospitality. We're seeking an experienced, hands-on General Manager to lead an established, upscale full-service restaurant in Columbia, Maryland. This is an opportunity for a hospitality leader who knows how to bring out the best in people, build a culture of accountability, and run a successful restaurant with both the guest experience and the bottom line in mind. We're looking for someone who takes pride in developing their team, understands the business behind the hospitality, and leads with confidence, consistency, and genuine care for the people around them.

What You'll Do:

Lead daily restaurant operations, ensuring exceptional service, food quality, and a consistently memorable guest experience. Recruit, train, coach, and develop managers and team members, building a strong leadership team and a positive workplace culture. Establish clear expectations and hold the team accountable while providing the support and coaching needed to succeed. Oversee labor, scheduling, cost controls, inventory, and financial performance. Review financial reports and operational trends to identify opportunities for improvement and drive profitability. Maintain high standards for cleanliness, safety, service, and overall restaurant execution. Address guest concerns professionally and use feedback to strengthen the operation. Partner with ownership and senior leadership to establish priorities, solve challenges, and achieve business goals.

What We're Looking For:

Previous experience as a Restaurant General Manager or in a comparable senior restaurant leadership role. Experience leading a full-service restaurant, preferably in an upscale dining environment. Strong financial acumen, including experience managing labor, food and beverage costs, and restaurant profitability. A proven ability to develop managers, build effective teams, and create a culture of accountability. Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. A hands-on leadership style and the ability to balance high standards with a supportive, people-first approach. A genuine passion for hospitality and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Compensation & Benefits:

Base salary of $85,000-$95,000 , commensurate with experience. Bonus opportunity after 1 year of proven performance. 2 weeks paid vacation. 401K Health, Dental, Vision, and other benefits, subject to plan eligibility. Opportunities for professional development and future growth.

The Opportunity:

We're looking for more than someone to manage shifts. We want a leader who takes ownership, develops people, strengthens operations, and understands that long-term success comes from delivering a great experience for both guests and employees. If you're a proven restaurant leader ready to make a meaningful impact on an established operation, we'd welcome the opportunity to connect.

Pay:

$85,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Paid training Vision insurance

Experience:

General Manager:

1 year (Required) comparable: 2 years (Required) Shift availability: Day Shift (Required) Night Shift (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Columbia, MD 21044 (Required)

Work Location:

In person