Assistant Restaurant General Manager

The Pembroke is now recruiting an experienced Pembroke Assistant Restaurant General Manager to join this vibrant restaurant and bar, based in the heart of Washington DC.

We are now recruiting for an Assistant Restaurant General Manager to assist in overseeing the operations of Washington DC’s dining sensation a glamorous restaurant with bar and with outdoor terraces, described by renowned Washington Post food critic Tom Sietsema as ‘cut from a different cloth’.

The Assistant Restaurant General Manager will manage all activities of the Pembroke Restaurant function for the hotel. Identifies strategies to increase revenue and guest satisfaction within the department’s services. Ensures compliance with all food and beverage regulations. Familiar with a variety of food and beverage concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Leads and directs the work of employees on the Pembroke team. Maintains and enforces high standards of food, beverage and service quality to maximize profits.

What you will do:

• Operations management of Restaurant, Restaurant bar, patio, and In Room Dining
• Participate in the recruitment, interviewing, training, supervision, counseling, and discipline of Pembroke Restaurant staff.
• Organize and conduct pre-shift and department meetings, communicating pertinent information to the staff, including specials and events, guest reviews, VIP guests, and requests.
• Inspire, identify, and cultivate talent within the organization.
• Promoting business through consistency in excellent customer service and superior food and beverage quality.
• Create and reinforce a culture of transparent, concise, and constructive communication with direct reports, supervisors, and team members to establish fair expectations.
• Develop annual performance goals per quarter.
• Set objective weekly sales goals and motivate team to meet those targets.
• Monitors equipment and inventory levels and takes appropriate action.
• Scheduling to ensure proper staffing levels and distribution of shifts to employees.
• Maintain manager presence on the floors with the ability to cover line-level positions when needed.
• Maintain targeted costs both for product and labor.
• Review all food and beverage delivery invoices for completeness and accuracy of product and costs.
• Making the guests a priority of every shift
• Collaborating with Exec. Chef and Dir. F&B for creating seasonal menus and on trend menu items
• Deliver training programs for all restaurant team members.
• Always maintains restaurant cleanliness and sanitation.
• Maintain positive vendor relationships.
• Responsible for weekly beverage ordering and food as needed.
• Maintain proper set up of restaurant and enforce uniform and grooming standards of all service personnel daily.
• Receive, record, and make necessary arrangements for reservations and special functions in the restaurant.

The Perks of working for The Dupont Circle Hotel:

• Low cost health benefits with eligibility on the first of the month following 60 days of employment
• 401k with Company match
• Free short and long term disability benefits
• Paid Vacation, paid Holidays and Paid sick time
• Free meals on duty as well as breakfast to get you started and all-day tea and coffee for the caffeine lovers
• Great location with easy access to the Metro and commuter benefits
• Discounted hotel rooms in the UK, Ireland and USA for you, your family and friends
• 50% off food when dining with the Doyle Collection
• In-house training team dedicated to your personal development
• Reward and recognition programmes (earn bonuses, restaurant meals, overnight stays and extra days off!)
• Staff quarterly parties, Christmas parties and regular team get togethers
• Wellness Perks and a free employee assistance program
• Plus more …

The Pembroke, part of the Dupont Circle hotel

Situated in the bustling heart of Dupont Circle is The Pembroke, a sophisticated dining destination at The Dupont Circle hotel, featuring contemporary American fare with global influences.

The Pembroke’s stunning design by Martin Brudnizki features plush velvet coral-toned banquettes around glossy marble tables, cream-paneled walls with playful artwork, and boasts panoramic views of the neighborhood, while a seasonal terrace offers al fresco dining from spring to fall.

The marble-topped bar is a bright and airy nod to cocktail bars of the 1950s and features classic drinks with a twist and a selection of fine wines.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Dupont Circle Hotel does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment based upon race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family responsibilities, genetic information, matriculation, or political affiliation. We will make any reasonable effort to ensure that all applicants and employees receive equal opportunity in personnel matters, including recruiting, selection, training, placement, promotion, wages and benefits, transfers, terminations, and working conditions.