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Mina

General Manager - Restaurant Excellence Team

Mina, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022

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General Manager - Restaurant Excellence Team Michelin Starred Celebrity Chef, Michael Mina looking for an experienced, travel‑focused General Manager for his growing restaurant empire!

Mina Group is an industry‑leading hospitality group led by James Beard award‑winning chef Michael Mina. We manage more than 40 concepts across the US, partnering with numerous industry leaders including the Four Seasons, MGM Hotels, JW Marriott, and Regent Hotels. Our goal is to elevate the craft of hospitality by delivering one‑of‑a‑kind memories to our guests. We recruit and develop leaders who share our obsession with hospitality and embrace our values of empathy, adaptability, and self‑lessness.

Position Summary Responsible for assisting with management coverage at all restaurants, where there is a shortage of management or management transition. Also coordinates, supervises, trains, and assists in all operational areas during new restaurant openings and at existing Mina Group restaurants. Applicants must be open to relocation.

Our Ideal Candidate Is A detail‑oriented hospitality leader who will be a hands‑on mentor in the dining room with the ability to adapt quickly to changes and create an amazing experience for both guests and staff. Lead all front‑of‑house operations, provide insight and guidance to every team member, work closely with the assistant general manager and corporate operations teams to further the success of the restaurant. Exceptional financial acumen, expertise in service, impeccable eye for detail, high level of professionalism, and ability to execute the standards of a 2‑star Michelin establishment.

Proven track record of driving revenue, increasing team member engagement and retention, and developing and implementing systems.

Personal Attributes

Exceptional communication and organizational skills

Gracious spirit of hospitality

Intellectual curiosity and emotional maturity

Continually strive to develop staff in all areas of food and service education

Ability to work clean, organized, and lead a team

Strong eye toward development both personal and for your team

Professional Attributes

Experience with industry specific software (Micros, Toast, Open Table, Seven Rooms, Avero, and others)

Adept at team building across both back and front of house

Adaptability in both leadership style and business approach

Advanced knowledge of Food and Wine; Level 1 Somm certification is a plus

Desire to teach and mentor staff and interns

Basic Qualifications

5–7 years’ experience in fine‑dining high‑volume restaurant, with at least 4 years in a leadership role

Hospitality degree preferred

Knowledge of safety and hygiene protocols

Working knowledge of HR practices and labor laws

Ability to frequently lift up to 40 pounds

Stamina to work in excess of 40 hours per week

Travel Extensive travel will be required to perform essential job functions. Travel to certain restaurants for extended periods of time to assist with manager coverage during transitions and openings.

Timeframe and Initiative The Restaurant Excellence Team (REX) provides leadership candidates the opportunity to be fully trained in MINA Group standard operating procedures, systems, and concepts through assignments at multiple locations with the goal of taking a leadership position at a MINA Group restaurant in a full‑time capacity. While individual development and management vacancies may affect timing, the expectation is that REX members will assume a full‑time position at any one of our outlets within 12–18 months from hire date.

Salary $90,000–$100,000, moving to $110,000–$130,000 after moving to a portfolio property.

Seniority level Mid‑Senior level

Employment type Full‑time

Job function Management and Manufacturing

Industries Media Production

Equal Opportunity Mina Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment. We welcome applicants from a wide variety of identities, ideas and experiences and will consider candidates with criminal histories in accordance with all local, state, and federal laws. Mina Group offers reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities.

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