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≈ $56k – $102k per year (Estimated)
Location
In office (Fairfax)
Seniority
Junior · 2+ years exp
Employment
Full-Time

Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 29, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 14, 2026.

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Headquartered in Fairfax, Virginia, Great American Restaurants (GAR) is a regional hospitality and dining group specializing in upscale-casual restaurants, microbreweries, and artisan bakeries across the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. Founded in 1974, the company operates a diverse portfolio of popular culinary concepts - including Sweetwater Tavern, Coastal Flats, Carlyle, Artie's, Mike's American, and Best Buns Bakery - focused on scratch-made American cuisine, craft beer, and high-volume hospitality. By maintaining strict standards for food quality, distinctive architectural dining spaces, and an employee-centric corporate culture, GAR has established itself as an enduring fixture in Northern Virginia and suburban Maryland's casual dining landscape.

Great American Restaurants is growing. With more than 50 years of hospitality excellence, Great American Restaurants operates an award-winning collection of 14 restaurants, 3 artisan bakeries, and a BBQ spot across Northern Virginia and Maryland. As we prepare to open 3 new locations in the coming year, our company is entering an exciting chapter of growth. We’re looking for passionate, driven hospitality professionals who want to be the best at what they do-leaders who elevate performance, inspire their teams, and take pride in delivering exceptional guest experiences. This is an opportunity to grow with a thriving, people-focused organization that continues to invest in its people and its future. Consistently recognized as a Top Workplace for more than 10 consecutive years, we foster an environment where excellence is expected, supported, and rewarded.

Great American Restaurants is looking for energetic and passionate leaders of kitchen operations who are masterful coaches for leading food excellence and act as a liaison between the staff and management team.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary $55,000-$65,000
  • 3 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Enjoy Thanksgiving and Christmas off
  • Health Insurance
  • Dining Card

Responsibilities include:

  • Lead outstanding kitchen operations with a hands-on approach, supporting the line where needed.
  • Have superior product and recipe knowledge in order to impact food quality.
  • Consistently execute impactful line checks.
  • Accountable for managing the window at an outstanding level.

Desired Skills and Experience:

  • 2-5 years working in casual, high volume restaurant kitchens
  • Passion for food and hospitality
  • Strong leadership qualities
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
  • Culinary degree preferred

Great American Restaurants owns and operates 14 high volume restaurants, 3 artisan bakeries, and a BBQ spot in the Washington, DC metropolitan area. Our locations include: Patsy’s American - Randy’s Prime Seafood & Steaks - Ozzie’s Good Eats - Jackson’s - Artie’s - Carlyle - Mike’s American - Silverado - Best Buns - Coastal Flats - Sweetwater Tavern - Stupid Good BBQ

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