Affiliated with STARR Restaurants, El Presidente is a festive, neo-retro Mexican eatery anchored inside Washington, D.C’s newly-developed Signal House. A robust and creative menu highlights heirloom ingredients with a modern twist – a raw bar, guacamole with king crab, a la carte tacos and shareable plates like Tomahawk Ribeye and Whole Grilled Fish. Bright agave-forward tequila and mezcal cocktails dovetail with interconnected dining rooms, eclectic interiors and legendary south-of-the-border hospitality. Because at its heart, El Presidente is about the theater of going out.

The team is seeking a passionate lead-by-example Assistant General Manager who knows how to train, mentor, and lead a top-notch team to deliver a memorable experience to all guests.  

This position offers a comprehensive package including:

• A Competitive Base Salary ranging from $90,000 - $92,000
• Quarterly Bonus Program
• Paid Vacation
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits Coverage
• Commuter Benefits Program
• Dining Discounts at over 25 Affiliated STARR Restaurants
• Opportunity for Career Advancement and Professional Growth

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

• A minimum of 4 years of progressive restaurant management experience in a high volume, service-driven restaurant  
• In-depth knowledge of proper professional service techniques and dining room organization  
• Proficient in restaurant finances and recordkeeping (P&L/budget/food & labor costs)  
• Ability to compute numbers, reconcile daily financial documents, inventory goods, conduct analysis and make business recommendations to ensure costs are in line with budgets  
• Strong computer skills with the ability to learn and teach new systems   
• Ability to exact and maintain high service standards  
• Excellent communication and critical thinking skills  
• Experience hiring, training, and mentoring diverse hourly staff