General Manager

The Habibi Project is seeking a General Manager who is highly motivated and passionate about hospitality to lead our growing team of professionals. The ideal candidate should be a proven and enthusiastic leader with strong food and beverage knowledge, great communication skills, with high standards for service and guest interactions. The right candidate will bring ample hospitality, a keen sense of adventure and originality, an unstuffy refinement, and a singular focus on providing one of a kind experiences for our guests.

Please reply with a cover letter and resume. Led by Chef Michael Rafidi the concepts which make up The Habibi Project take inspiration from his family’s roots in the Palestine and from the broader range of Arabic cooking, bringing to the table an experience that melds the ancient tradition of the region’s coal-fired cuisine with local, seasonal ingredients and a distinctive culinary voice. We are a collective of passionate culinary and hospitality professionals dedicated to the creation of singular moments, flavors, and experiences rooted in the traditions of Arabic cooking and generosity.

We're seeking to add talented professionals to the teams we have built at Albi , YELLOW , La' Shukran , (not) Pizza and All the Kebabs - team members positioned to take up the lead for upcoming concepts. Over the course of our six years in operation, the our concepts attracted significant critical attention. Our restaurants have earned mention as among the nation's Best New Restaurants in Eater, Robb Report and Esquire, been named Eater DC's Restaurant of the Year , inclusion as one of the best bakeries in Washington, DC by Food & Wine Magazine, have earned One Star Michelin , recognition from the James Beard Foundation , as well as inclusion on the inaugural list of North America's 50 Best Restaurants by World's 50 Best .

The Habibi Project offers excellent benefits including group health insurance (eligible after 60 days), 401k (eligible after 1 year), and opportunities to evolve with the company. Requirements: 3+ years as, General Manager Thoughtful and creative approaches to hospitality Fine Dining service experience Proficiency in Wine & Spirits (Sommelier experience is a plus) Ability to motivate and lead a team Great communication skills Creative problem solver Dependable and consistent Benfits : 100% Company-paid medical benefits Paid sick leave Educational opportunities Certifications Dining discounts at Albi, YELLOW, and La' Shukran Competitive pay based on experience. Willing to pay for relocation expenses for the right candidate.

Please reply with resume & cover letter. More detail about The Habibi Project part of The Habibi Project , please visit https://culinaryagents.com/entities/1069885-The-Habibi-Project