Restaurant Manager

Job Description

Job Description

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

Looking to grow your career with a company that values balance, rewards excellence, and fosters a positive team culture?

Clyde’s Restaurant Group is hiring a Restaurant Manager for The Hamilton, a DC favorite for exceptional dining and home to Hamilton Live, one of the city’s premier live music venues. This is an ideal role for a Restaurant Manager with high-volume, upscale experience and a passion for leadership—especially if you’ve managed large teams and thrive in fast-paced environments.

WHY JOIN THE CLYDE'S TEAM AS A RESTAURANT 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: Half-price off-duty dining and complimentary 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 RESTAURANT MANAGER

• Hardworking, attentive, and hospitality-driven with a desire to excel and maintain the highest level of service
• 2-3 years’ experience as a dining room 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 RESTAURANT MANAGER

• Interview, hire, train, schedule, and develop front-of-the-house (FOH) employees
• Write and post FOH weekly schedules and set specific service goals for the staff to work during the shift
• Work the floor hands-on by greeting guests, processing checks, and investigating and resolving customer complaints
• Interact with guests in a genuine and friendly manner to establish a personal, professional rapport
• Conduct daily menu class
• Direct employees in safety and health prevention measures
• Assist in monthly inventory
• Write agendas for and conduct departmental meetings
• Attend and participate in weekly manager meetings

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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Contact us at employment at clydes.com if you need any special accommodations to apply.