General Manager Food & Beverage
Goodwin RecruitingRole Overview
Goodwin Recruiting is hiring a mid-level General Manager Food & Beverage. This is a full-time role in Washington. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
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
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the General Manager Food & Beverage position at Goodwin Recruiting?
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Where is the General Manager Food & Beverage position at Goodwin Recruiting located?
This position is based in Washington. Goodwin Recruiting has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a General Manager Food & Beverage at Goodwin Recruiting earn?
Goodwin Recruiting has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the General Manager Food & Beverage role at Goodwin Recruiting posted?
This role was posted on April 6, 2026 (63 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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