Area Manager

Area Manager – Washington, DC Metro AreaJoin a growing hospitality organization focused on delivering exceptional guest experiences through premium café concepts in the Washington, DC market. This dynamic leadership role is ideal for an experienced multi-unit operator passionate about developing teams, driving operational excellence, and fostering a people-first culture.Area Manager Benefits & CompensationCompetitive salary with performance-based bonus potentialHealthcare coverage401(k) with company matchPaid vacation, holidays, and parental leaveWeekly cell phone stipend and food and beverage creditEmployee Assistance Program, commuter benefits, and Employee Resource GroupsArea Manager Requirements & QualificationsMinimum 3–5 years of multi-unit restaurant or hospitality leadership experience, ideally overseeing 4–7+ locationsExperience in full-service and fast-casual restaurant environments preferredProven ability managing P&L, labor costs, and operational KPIs to drive sales growth and profitabilityDemonstrated success in coaching and developing General Managers and leadership teamsStrong financial acumen, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skillsAbility to travel regularly between locations within the Washington, DC marketArea Manager Day-to-Day ResponsibilitiesOversee daily operations across multiple café locations, ensuring consistent service, quality, and brand standardsPartner with General Managers to monitor financial performance, labor management, and operational KPIsDevelop and implement strategies to enhance revenue, margins, and efficiencyCoach and mentor leadership teams to build a strong leadership pipeline and encourage internal growthFoster an inclusive, positive workplace culture that supports employee engagement and retentionChampion exceptional hospitality and work collaboratively to improve guest satisfaction and loyaltyEnsure compliance with food safety, sanitation, workplace safety, and accessibility regulationsThis is a meaningful opportunity for a collaborative, hands-on leader who values genuine human connection and wants to shape the culture and success of multiple locations in a supportive, growing hospitality group.