Restaurant Manager

Base Salary: $65,000 - $75,000 / year based on experience + Quarterly Bonus Potential

The following information provides an overview of the skills, qualities, and qualifications needed for this role.

Old Ebbitt Grill is DC's highest-grossing restaurant — a landmark operation doing serious volume with upscale dining standards. We're looking for an experienced, hospitality-first Restaurant Manager who has thrived in that environment and is ready to grow with one of the most respected independent restaurant groups in the country.

If you've been managing in a high-volume upscale or fine-casual concept and want the autonomy, culture, and long-term stability, we invite you to apply.

WHY JOIN THE CLYDE'S TEAM AS RESTAURANT MANAGER

• 100% company-funded pension — we contribute on your behalf, no match required (vests after 1 year)
• 401 (k) plan starting on day one
• Quarterly Bonus Potential
• Health coverage — medical, dental, vision, life, disability, virtual doctor visits, and wellness support
• Generous PTO — vacation & sick pay, up to 8 weeks medical/family leave, plus leave for jury duty, voting, and school activities
• Flexible 5-day work week
• Half-price off-duty dining + complimentary shift meals
• Parking benefits
• Best-in-class training program + growth opportunities
• Employee assistance — legal, financial, emotional, and work/life balance support

WHAT WE LOOK FOR IN A RESTAURANT MANAGER

• 2+ years of management experience in upscale or high-volume full-service dining — fine casual, polished casual, or fine dining
• Strong floor presence and proven ability to run a shift at volume without sacrificing service standards
• A coaching mindset: holds the team accountable while developing people at every level
• Great verbal and written communicator
• Experience with scheduling, labor management, P&L basics, and FOH systems (HotSchedules, Toast, or similar)

WHAT YOU WILL DO AS A RESTAURANT MANAGER

• Run the floor during service — guest interaction, check flow, and real-time problem-solving
• Interview, hire, train, schedule, and develop FOH staff
• Set shift-specific service goals and hold the team to them
• Lead pre-shift menu class and daily line-up
• Write and manage weekly FOH schedules
• Facilitate departmental and weekly manager meetings
• Support monthly inventory and assist with cost controls
• Reinforce safety, health, and compliance standards throughout the operation

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 Summer 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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