General Manager
Join Acqua Bistecca as General Manager, you’ll elevate service, mentor top talent, and drive excellence in a world-class dining experience that defines modern hospitality.
Acqua Bistecca is a restaurant where wood-fired steaks and pristine local seafood take center stage, all through the lens of refined Italian influence. The menu reflects a balance of land and sea—’ACQUA’ and ‘BISTECCA’—celebrating the bounty of the mid-Atlantic and the warmth of the grill. From simply grilled local Chesapeake tile Fish to delicately charred steak brushed in red Lambrusco butter, each dish is rooted in tradition yet reimagined with elevated, modern touches.
About the Role:
As a General Manager at Acqua Bistecca, you will lead all front-of-house operations in a high-volume, fine dining environment, ensuring exceptional service, operational excellence, and team development. You’ll mentor staff, drive top-line revenue, uphold Michelin-level standards, and collaborate closely with the assistant GM and corporate teams to create seamless, memorable experiences for guests. With hospitality as your North Star you will lead and mentor a diverse and dynamic team while adeptly partnering with both internal and external stakeholders.
What we offer:
Competitive salary and great benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage for eligible employees
401K with 3% company match
Bonus programs
Cell phone reimbursement
Pre-tax commuter benefits
Delicious daily family meal
Up to 50% meal discount at Mina Group restaurants
Flexible schedules
Fun, dynamic, and innovative atmosphere
Career advancement opportunities and progressive development plans
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 our guests and our staff. You will lead all front of house operations, providing insight and guidance to every member of the team, working closely with the assistant general manager and corporate operations teams to further the success of the restaurant. You have exceptional financial acumen, expertise in service, an impeccable eye for detail, a high level of professionalism, and can execute the standards of a 2-star Michelin establishment. You have a proven track record of driving revenue, increasing team member engagement and retention, and developing and implementing systems.
What you bring to the table:
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
Have a strong eye towards development both personal and for your team
Professional Attributes
Experience with various industry specific software; Restaurant 365, Micros, Toast, Open Table, Seven Rooms, Avero and others
Adept at team building across both back and front of house
Adaptability in both your leadership style and your business approach
Advanced knowledge of Food and Wine. Level 1 Somm certification a big+
Desire to teach and mentor both your staff and interns
Basic Qualifications
5-7 years’ experience in a 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
Have the stamina to work in excess of 40 hours per week
Salary Range: $110,000 to $120,000/yr.
The Mina Group, LLC and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment. We welcome applicants from a wide variety of identities, ideas and experiences and, pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and other aspects of employment, please contact Mina Group Human Resources by emailing hrsupport@minagroup.net.
- Department
- Outlet Front of House Leadership
- Role
- General Manager
- Locations
- Acqua Bistecca DC
- Yearly salary
- $125,000
About MINA Group
Creating fun and delicious food, building memorable atmospheres and providing unparalleled service are key pillars of our business. We believe what makes us truly unique in a sea of “the same” is our ability to seamlessly partner with luxury hospitality brands.
Over the past 20 years, The MINA Group has proven its ability to be highly accretive, which we credit to our intimate understanding of what is required to successfully operate in true partnership with our hospitality and retail partners.