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Riggs Washington DC is a distinguished hotel located at the iconic downtown corner of Penn Quarter's 9th and F Street, housed in a historic building that was once home to the Riggs National Bank. This distinctive hotel melds history with modern luxury, featuring 181 guest rooms that pay a playful homage to the building's prestigious legacy. Riggs Washington DC offers guests a unique hospitality experience that perfectly combines the charm of historic architecture with high-end amenities and contemporary design. Beyond the guest rooms, the hotel is home to the Cafe Riggs, an all-occasion European brasserie-inspired restaurant that serves as a cornerstone of the dining experience. Additionally, it boasts Silver Lyan, a subterranean bar from internationally acclaimed mixologist Ryan Chetiyawardana, also known as Mr Lyan, enhancing the hotel's reputation for exceptional food and beverage offerings. The role available at Riggs Washington DC is for an experienced and passionate Restaurant General Manager to lead operations at Cafe Riggs. This full-time position offers a competitive salary ranging from $90,000 to $100,000 per annum and is ideally suited for candidates with luxury or independent hospitality experience within the Washington DC market. The organization prides itself on fostering an entrepreneurial, team-oriented, and creative culture, where delivering unparalleled hospitality experiences is the foundation of all efforts. The Restaurant General Manager will thrive in a fast-paced environment and must possess an open mind, a great sense of humor, and a proactive approach to solving challenges while fostering positive outcomes for the team and guests alike. The core responsibilities of the Restaurant General Manager include recruiting, mentoring, and leading a high-performing team by setting clear expectations and standards for service, professionalism, and performance. This role entails ownership of all restaurant operations, ensuring excellence in service delivery, product quality, cleanliness, and overall team execution. The Restaurant General Manager serves as the primary liaison for the hotel leadership team, maintaining flawless relationships across departments, and driving a service culture that prioritizes personalization, warmth, and consistency in every guest interaction. Financial management is a key aspect, as the Restaurant General Manager will build, manage, and own the restaurant's operating budget, profit and loss statements, and forecasting models in collaboration with the Director of Food and Beverage and the finance team. They will also lead the development and execution of innovative concepts, seasonal menus, and brand partnerships aligned with market trends and guest demands. Operational management duties include overseeing scheduling, payroll, training, and performance management across all restaurant staff. The Restaurant General Manager is expected to direct and participate in the day-to-day functions of the Food and Beverage department to meet operational needs effectively. Maintaining high standards of food and beverage quality, service, and marketing is critical to maximizing profits through outstanding guest experiences. The manager routinely reviews and evaluates guest feedback to continuously enhance the food and beverage operation. This position requires a minimum of 3 to 5 years of upscale restaurant experience, extensive knowledge of restaurant operations, a willingness to learn and adapt, and maintaining a positive outlook despite pressures. Working at Riggs Washington DC offers a unique opportunity to join a team that values entrepreneurial spirit, creativity, and superior hospitality standards while contributing to one of Washington DC's most iconic hospitality establishments.

• 3 to 5 plus years of upscale restaurant experience
• extensive knowledge of restaurant operations is required
• willingness to learn and adapt in new situations
• positive outlook and attitude is a must