Description
Salary: $110,000 - $130,000 + Quarterly Bonus Potential
Clyde’s of Gallery Place, one of Clyde’s Restaurant Group’s busiest concepts, is seeking a General Manager. Located in the revitalized Penn Quarter neighborhood of Washington, DC, the restaurant is just steps from Capital One Arena.
This position is ideal for a General Manager with experience leading large teams in an upscale, complex, high-volume, and creatively dynamic restaurant and bar environment. We are looking for someone who can deliver an exceptional guest and employee experience, maintain a pristine facility, and cultivate a vibrant and energetic bar scene.
WHY JOIN THE CLYDE'S TEAM AS GENERAL MANAGER
- Reputable Company: Strong stability and performance.
- Positive Culture: Courtesy, dignity, and respect.
- Retirement Plans: 100% company-funded pension (vesting after 1 year) and immediate 401k participation.
- Bonuses: Quarterly eligibility.
- Flexible Schedule: 5-day work week.
- Career Growth: Rapid advancement opportunities.
- Comprehensive Health Plan: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, telemedicine, wellness coach, and reduced rates on wellness services.
- Insurance: Hospital indemnity, critical illness, accident coverage.
- Generous Paid Time Off: Includes sick pay, medical/family leave (up to 8 weeks), special leaves (jury duty, voting, school activities for DC).
- Therapy Resources: Access to free behavioral and digital cognitive behavioral therapy.
- Dining Discounts: Complimentary off-duty dining and shift meals.
- Convenient Parking: Available parking benefits.
- Employee Assistance: Legal, emotional, financial, and work/life balance support.
- Financial Assistance: Assistance fund for employees in need.
- Training & Education: Best-in-class training program and tuition reimbursement.
- Flu Shots & Discounts: Annual flu shots and access to thousands of exclusive brand discounts.
- Charity Matching: Up to $4,000 yearly.
WHAT WE LOOK FOR IN A GENERAL MANAGER
- Hardworking, attentive, and hospitality-driven with a desire to excel and maintain the highest level of service
- 2-3 years’ experience as a General Manager preferably in a high-volume restaurant
- Great verbal and written communication skills
- Provides guests with exceptional service and value
- Disciplined and firm about standards of performance, yet fair and personable in developing employees
WHAT YOU WILL DO AS A GENERAL MANAGER
- Set engaging hospitality tone for restaurant
- Interview, hire, train, schedule and develop front of the house (FOH) managers and employees
- Work the floor hands-on by greeting guests, process checks, investigate and resolve customer complaints
- Interact with guests in a genuine and friendly manner to establish a personal, professional rapport
- Develop and manage annual financial plan for restaurant
- Complete performance reviews for dining room managers and employees and assign developmental goals based on observation of the employee’s performance
- Conduct daily menu class
- Direct employee in safety and health prevention measures
- Lead and manage monthly inventory
- Write agendas for and conducts departmental meetings
- Assign service goals for the month
- Run weekly manager meetings
- Work closely with the Executive Chef in menu planning and cost control
ABOUT US
Since 1963, Clyde's Restaurant Group has been a leader in the DMV restaurant scene, known for exceptional guest service and fostering a positive culture for employees. Our 14 properties include Clyde's, Old Ebbitt Grill, The Hamilton, 1789 Restaurant, Fitzgerald's, The Tombs, Rye Street Tavern, Cordelia Fishbar, Hamilton Live, and Ebbitt House (opening Spring 2026).
Apply now and take the first step towards a rewarding career! Even if you don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. We are committed to building an inclusive team and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
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