Restaurant Manager - The Hamilton

Pay - $65,000 - $75,000 depending on experience + Quarterly Bonus Potential

You don’t have to give up creativity for stability! Clyde’s Restaurant Group (CRG) has both. Enjoy the passion of restaurant-level creative menu ideation and decision-making while also enjoying the pay, benefits, and work-life balance of a large successful organization. Regardless of concept, no two of our restaurants have the same menu. Come be a restaurateur or Chef, with a growing company.

The Hamilton currently seeks a dining room manager for our team. This position is ideal for first-time managers or seasoned managers that are looking for a new opportunity in a high-volume, creatively dynamic restaurant.

The Hamilton (thehamiltondc.com) is an iconic restaurant located just steps from the White House at 600 14th Street N.W., Washington, DC 20005. It is an award-winning restaurant that is owned by Clyde's Restaurant Group. 

BENEFITS - WHY JOIN THE CLYDE’S TEAM:

• Pension Plan – 100% company-funded retirement plan with full vesting after 1 year
• 401k with participation immediately
• Achievable and generous quarterly bonus plans
• Flexible schedule with 5 day work week
• Opportunities for rapid career growth and advancement
• Half price for off-duty dining with 3 guests at all our restaurants.
• Complimentary Shift Dining
• Parking Benefits
• Best in class Health plan with Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Accident Insurance, Long Term Disability, Telemedicine, Wellness Coach, and reduced rates on acupuncture, massage therapy, fitness memberships, and more
• Paid Time Off & Sick Pay
• Paid Medical/Family Leave up to 8 weeks based on jurisdiction
• Jury Leave, Time Off to Vote, and School Activities Leave for DC restaurants only
• Charity Donation Matching Program of up to $4,000 per calendar year
• Assistance Fund for employees in need
• Best-in-class classroom & on-premises training program
• Tuition and Beverage Education Reimbursement
• Annual Flu Shots
• Discounts from other Graham Holdings companies, including auto, education, retail, art and more

QUALIFICATIONS OF A RESTAURANT MANAGER

• A sense of humor and the ability to persuade
• Hardworking, attentive, and hospitality- oriented with a desire to excel and maintain the highest level of service
• 2-3 years’ experience in a high-volume restaurant
• Great verbal and written communication skills
• A passion for service and making people happy
• Disciplined and firm about standards of performance, yet fair and personable in developing employees

RESPONSIBILITIES OF A RESTAURANT MANAGER

• Interview, hire, train, schedule and develop front of the house (FOH) employees
• Participate in strategic guidance of beverage menus and marketing
• Guide the service team towards constant improvement
• Help our chefs ensure quality in every plate and ensure they are building menus that speak to our clientele
• Work the floor and the shift while balancing the needs of guests and employees
• Establish real connections with our clientele
• Inspire the team at daily classes
• Direct employees in safety and health prevention measures.
• Take responsibility for the leadership of specific departments
• Perform all required administrative functions

ABOUT US

WHERE YOU START IS ONLY THE BEGINNING… Clyde's Restaurant Group (CRG) remains one of the most successful and enduring restaurant companies in the nation with a rich history and 11 iconic properties in the greater Washington, DC region that includes the Clyde's brand, 1789 Restaurant, The Tombs, Fitzgerald’s, Old Ebbitt Grill, and The Hamilton. Through acquisitions and concept development, we expect to double our company size over the next five years. Come grow with us.

Clyde’s Restaurant Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and has an unwavering commitment to treating everyone with courtesy, dignity, and respect, and fostering inclusivity and belonging. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability and genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. If you require any special accommodations in order to apply or participate fully in the application process, contact us at [email protected].

Restaurant Manager, Food, Beverage, Bar, Hospitality, Menu, Customer Service, Guest Service, Management, Event, Guest, Dining, Scheduling, Front of House, Back of House, Food Safety, Relationship Management, High Volume, Multi-Tasking.