Restaurant Manager - Upscale Dining

Job Description

Job Description

Restaurant Manager – Waldorf, MD

Salary: Up to $70,000 Base + Performance Bonus

Join a high-volume seafood restaurant where exceptional hospitality, fresh food, and strong leadership create an outstanding guest experience. We're looking for an energetic Restaurant Manager to help lead daily operations, inspire the team, and deliver memorable dining experiences. This position offers a 5-day work week with only one closing shift per week , providing an excellent work-life balance while offering outstanding growth opportunities.

What You'll Do:

• Lead daily front- and back-of-house operations alongside the General Manager
• Coach, develop, and motivate team members to deliver exceptional service
• Drive food quality, operational consistency, and guest satisfaction
• Assist with hiring, onboarding, scheduling, and team development
• Manage labor, food costs, and operational efficiencies to achieve financial goals
• Maintain the highest standards of food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety
• Resolve guest concerns professionally while creating loyal, repeat customers

What We're Looking For:

• 2+ years of management experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant
• Strong leadership, communication, and team-building skills
• Experience with labor management, food cost controls, and daily operations
• ServSafe certification preferred
• Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Performance-Based Bonus Opportunities
• Meal Discounts
• Structured Training & Career Advancement

If you're a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is ready to grow with a successful restaurant team, apply today!

Gecko Hospitality, named to Forbes 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025 list of “America’s Best Executive Recruiting Firms,” wants your expertise in the hospitality industry. Wondering how you can benefit from using Gecko?
• Imagine your resume in front of thousands of hospitality industry heads.
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• Gecko has the largest selection of management positions in all facets of the hospitality industry including, but not limited to, restaurants, hotels, resorts, and clubs.
• Gecko has better opportunities for what you want with the exceptional pay you deserve.
• Gecko has over 120 dedicated hospitality experts to find your perfect fit.
• With over 80 regional offices, Gecko will place you in the most sought-after professional management positions in the industry. • Gecko has exceptional national, regional, and local relationships and is well-respected in the hospitality industry for enhancing hospitality careers.
Let Go, and Let Gecko take your career to a whole new level. Contact us today and we will get you in touch with one of our experts to discuss your opportunities.

Company Description

Gecko Hospitality, named to Forbes 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025 list of “America’s Best Executive Recruiting Firms,” wants your expertise in the hospitality industry. Wondering how you can benefit from using Gecko?\r\n• Imagine your resume in front of thousands of hospitality industry heads.\r\n• From Las Vegas Casinos to the finest New York hotels, Gecko’s got you covered in all 50 states and Canada!\r\n• Gecko has the largest selection of management positions in all facets of the hospitality industry including, but not limited to, restaurants, hotels, resorts, and clubs.\r\n• Gecko has better opportunities for what you want with the exceptional pay you deserve.\r\n• Gecko has over 120 dedicated hospitality experts to find your perfect fit.\r\n• With over 80 regional offices, Gecko will place you in the most sought-after professional management positions in the industry. • Gecko has exceptional national, regional, and local relationships and is well-respected in the hospitality industry for enhancing hospitality careers.\r\nLet Go, and Let Gecko take your career to a whole new level. Contact us today and we will get you in touch with one of our experts to discuss your opportunities.