EUNOIA – SEEKING GENERAL MANAGER TO LEAD OPENING TEAM
Eunoia is a new restaurant opening soon in the heart of NoMa, Washington, D.C., led by Executive Chef Josa Maldonado. With a vision rooted in thoughtful creativity, seasonality, and hospitality with intention, Eunoia will be a reflection of years spent working in some of the world’s most acclaimed kitchens — including the Michelin-starred The French Laundry.
We're building something special from the ground up — and we’re looking for a General Manager to help us bring it to life. This is a rare opportunity to help shape the culture, service philosophy, and guest experience of a restaurant from day one, alongside a team driven by purpose and excellence.
What we're looking for:
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Minimum of 2 years of management experience in a fine dining environment
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Background in Michelin-starred or critically acclaimed restaurants strongly preferred
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An unwavering attention to detail and a genuine passion for creating unforgettable guest experiences
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Strong leadership, communication, and team-building skills
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Highly organized, solutions-oriented, and committed to high standards
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A deep love for food and beverage, with a hunger to keep learning and evolving
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Open availability, including weekends and holidays
Key Responsibilities:
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Lead and mentor the front-of-house team through pre-opening and beyond
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Maintain service standards, guest experience, and nightly execution
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Cultivate a positive, growth-oriented team culture
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Work closely with ownership and leadership to meet operational and financial goals
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Oversee FOH labor, scheduling, and staff development
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Manage all front-of-house ordering and inventory
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Ensure the restaurant remains in pristine condition, both front and back of house
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Contribute ideas and energy to help bring Eunoia’s vision to life
Why join Eunoia?
Because we’re not just opening a restaurant — we’re building a team and a philosophy around intentional hospitality. With Chef Josa Maldonado’s experience in Michelin-starred restaurants, including The French Laundry, Pujol (Mexico City), Jatak (Copenhagen), Eunoia is grounded in excellence and ready to raise the bar in D.C.’s dining scene.
To apply:
Please email your resume, introduce yourself, and tell us why you want to be part of Eunoia:
Compensation is competitive and based on experience.
Serious, passionate applicants only.
