General Manager

Position Title

General Manager

$130,000 - $140,000

Bonus Plan

Become part of Restaurant Associates, the industry’s leading provider of dining and event catering for some of the nation's most prestigious museums, performing arts centers and corporations! Voted Glassdoor's Employee Choice Awards – Best Places to Work, This is R/A!

Restaurant Associates is seeking a dynamic General Manager to lead a high-profile, multi-unit dining and catering operation in the heart of Washington, DC. This role is ideal for a hospitality leader who thrives in fast-paced environments, excels at elevating guest experiences, and brings strong business acumen across restaurants, events, and large-scale catering. With active evenings, weekends, and a robust slate of special events, this position requires a hands‑on operator who can inspire teams, strengthen client partnerships, and execute at the highest level.

• Direct all daily operations across multiple units, ensuring exceptional service, consistency, and flawless execution.
• Own full P&L management, budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance.
• Lead, coach, and develop a diverse team, including hiring, training, progressive counseling, and performance management.
• Oversee scheduling, payroll, staffing strategies, and labor optimization.
• Partner closely with clients, guests, and internal stakeholders to maintain strong relationships and deliver best-in-class hospitality.
• Collaborate with culinary leadership to shape menus, enhance food quality, and drive innovation.
• Support and execute high-volume catering programs, evening activations, and special events.
• Implement new company initiatives, programs, and brand standards with precision and enthusiasm.

• Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality, Business, or Culinary Arts preferred.
• Minimum of five years of food service leadership, including multi-unit oversight.
• Strong background in high-volume catering, events, and restaurant operations.
• Demonstrated experience managing budgets and driving financial results.
• Proven ability to lead and develop teams in complex, guest-focused environments.
• Passion for hospitality, operational excellence, and building a positive workplace culture.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance / AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Leave

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Restaurant Associates maintains a drug-free workplace.
Qualifications, accommodations, and fair chance hiring statements apply. Coast of the Ommiting Quote. The above describes that this role is open, not expired.

Requirements
Restaurant Associates
Michael Abbey
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