Restaurant General Manager, Fine Dining Harrimans

Salamander Hospitality•Middleburg, VA

About The Position

RESTAURANT GENERAL MANAGER Forbes Five-Star Luxury | Middleburg, Virginia In the heart of Virginia’s horse and wine country, Harrimans at Salamander Middleburg is seeking an exceptional Restaurant General Manager to lead one of the region’s most distinguished dining experiences. Harrimans is more than a restaurant — it is the culinary centerpiece of a Forbes Five-Star resort, where refined elegance meets genuine hospitality. We are seeking a leader who understands that luxury is not just seen — it is felt through precision, presence, and people. ---------------------------------------- The Role The Restaurant General Manager will: Champion Forbes Five-Star service standards and elevate the guest journey at every touchpoint Inspire, develop, and retain a high-performing, service-driven team Cultivate a culture of accountability, ownership, and floor presence Partner closely with Culinary, Sommelier, and Resort Leadership to deliver seamless, elevated experiences Drive financial performance while protecting the integrity of the brand This is a hands-on leadership role. Visibility in the dining room, coaching/mentorship of team members, and unwavering commitment to excellence are essential. What Makes This Opportunity Exceptional The Property Salamander Middleburg is a luxury destination resort set on 340 acres in Virginia’s wine and hunt country. The property blends refined sophistication with warm, intuitive service and is consistently recognized at the highest levels of hospitality. The Experience Harrimans showcases regionally inspired cuisine, an award-winning wine program, and a dining experience defined by detail — from impeccable plating to anticipatory service rituals. The Culture We believe luxury begins with our people. Intentional leadership development Recognition programs aligned with Forbes standards Collaborative executive team Commitment to employee engagement and career growth A culture where standards are high, but so is support Our Service Professionals are not just staff — they are ambassadors of the Salamander experience. The Ideal Candidate Proven luxury restaurant leadership experience (Forbes or Five-Star/AAA Five-Diamond preferred) Strong financial acumen and operational discipline A visible, floor-centric leadership style A passion for developing talent and building culture Polished communication and executive presence Join Us If you are a leader who believes that excellence is in the details, that culture drives performance, and that five-star service begins with empowered teams — we invite you to explore this opportunity. Luxury is our standard. People are our strength. · CORE QUALIFICATIONS 5+ years in senior restaurant leadership Polished communication style Proven ability to lead from the dining room — not from the office Strong guest recovery skills and anticipatory service mindset Ability to coach in real time and reinforce standards consistently Prior experience in Forbes Five-Star, AAA Five-Diamond, Relais & Châteaux, or Michelin-level environments strongly preferred Demonstrated understanding of audit-driven service standards and mystery inspection culture P&L ownership experience Budgeting, forecasting, labor management, and cost control expertise Must think like an operator and an owner. IND123

Requirements

5+ years in senior restaurant leadership
Polished communication style
Proven ability to lead from the dining room — not from the office
Strong guest recovery skills and anticipatory service mindset
Ability to coach in real time and reinforce standards consistently
P&L ownership experience
Budgeting, forecasting, labor management, and cost control expertise
Must think like an operator and an owner

Nice To Haves

Proven luxury restaurant leadership experience (Forbes or Five-Star/AAA Five-Diamond preferred)
Strong financial acumen and operational discipline
A visible, floor-centric leadership style
A passion for developing talent and building culture
Prior experience in Forbes Five-Star, AAA Five-Diamond, Relais & Châteaux, or Michelin-level environments strongly preferred
Demonstrated understanding of audit-driven service standards and mystery inspection culture

Responsibilities

Champion Forbes Five-Star service standards and elevate the guest journey at every touchpoint
Inspire, develop, and retain a high-performing, service-driven team
Cultivate a culture of accountability, ownership, and floor presence
Partner closely with Culinary, Sommelier, and Resort Leadership to deliver seamless, elevated experiences
Drive financial performance while protecting the integrity of the brand