General Manager Food & Beverage

Now Hiring: General Manager – Food & Beverage Operations

Washington, DC – Capitol Hill

An upscale, high-volume hospitality operation located in Washington DC, is seeking a dynamic and experienced General Manager / F&B Director to oversee full Food & Beverage operations. This leadership role is responsible for driving performance across multiple outlets within a luxury hotel environment, including a high-profile free-standing restaurant and a robust banquet and events program.

We are looking for a strategic, hands-on leader who thrives in both structured hotel environments and chef-driven restaurant settings.

What You’ll Oversee

• Full F&B operations within a luxury hotel setting
• Standalone, high-volume restaurant operations
• Banquets, catering, and private events (including large-scale functions and VIP programming)
• Multiple revenue centers: restaurant, bar, in-room dining, and banquet operations
• Financial performance, full P&L accountability, forecasting, and revenue growth
• Guest experience strategy and service culture development
• Team recruitment, training, and leadership development
• Collaboration with hotel executive leadership and ownership

Ideal Background

• Proven General Manager or Director-level experience in a luxury or upscale hotel F&B environment
• A background in a free-standing, high-volume restaurant a plus
• Extensive banquet and events leadership experience
• Experience managing multiple revenue streams simultaneously
• Deep understanding of food, beverage, wine, and service standards
• Strong financial acumen with cost controls and labor management expertise
• Track record of building and leading high-performing teams

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $140,000 – $145,000
• Competitive, high-performing salary with an achievable bonus program of 20% of annual pay
• Generous PTO to recharge and maintain work-life balance
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401K with company contributions to help you plan for the future
• Dining allowances
• Opportunities for continuing education and professional development
• Exclusive company retreats to connect and celebrate with your team

This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned hospitality executive who understands the balance between hotel structure, banquet execution, and independent restaurant energy.

If you bring both hotel and free-standing restaurant experience — along with strong banquet leadership — and are ready to lead at a high level in Washington, DC, we would love to connect.

JOB ID: 171675

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Robert Goebel