What are the responsibilities and job description for the CORPORATE DIRECTOR OF FACILITIES position at Clyde's Restaurant Group?
Pay: $125,000 - $150,000 per year based on experience Bonus Potential
Clyde’s Restaurant Group (CRG), one of the nation’s most successful and enduring restaurant companies with a rich history and 14 iconic restaurants across the greater Washington, DC region, is hiring a Corporate Director of Facilities!
This is a rare opportunity to be part of a company known for creating vibrant, beautifully designed dining spaces with a reputation for memorable hospitality.
In this role, you’ll lead the design, construction, and maintenance of all CRG restaurants—directly influencing how our guests experience our spaces. You’ll also play a key part in bringing Ebbitt House, the highly anticipated sister restaurant of Old Ebbitt Grill, to life at Reston Station (opening spring/summer 2026) and help drive future growth as we continue expanding our portfolio.
**We invite candidates from outside the area to apply and will assist with relocation for the selected candidate.
WHY JOIN THE CLYDE'S TEAM AS A CORPORATE DIRECTOR OF FACILITIES
- Reputable Company: Strong stability and performance.
- Positive Culture: Courtesy, dignity, and respect.
- Retirement Plans: 100% company-funded pension (vesting after 1 year) and immediate 401k participation.
- Bonuses: Semi-Annual eligibility.
- Flexible Schedule: Flexibility to work onsite or remotely as needed.
- Comprehensive Health Plan: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, telemedicine, wellness coach, and reduced rates on wellness services.
- Insurance: Hospital indemnity, critical illness, accident coverage.
- Generous Paid Time Off: Includes sick pay, medical/family leave (up to 8 weeks), special leaves (jury duty, voting, school activities for DC).
- Therapy Resources: Access to free behavioral and digital cognitive behavioral therapy.
- Dining Discounts: Complimentary off-duty dining and shift meals.
- Convenient Parking: Complimentary parking.
- Employee Assistance: Legal, emotional, financial, and work/life balance support.
- Financial Assistance: Assistance fund for employees in need.
- Training & Education: Best-in-class training program and tuition reimbursement.
- Flu Shots & Discounts: Annual flu shots and access to thousands of exclusive brand discounts.
- Charity Matching: Up to $4,000 yearly.
WHAT YOU WILL DO AS A CORPORATE DIRECTOR OF FACILITIES
Existing Locations
- Oversee maintenance of all CRG properties through audits and coordination with GMs, ADOs, and vendors.
- Source, contract, and manage cleaning, R&M, and renovation vendors; drive innovation and improvements across facilities.
- Provide operational support during facility emergencies while ensuring safety, risk mitigation, and regulatory compliance.
- Collaborate with the team on budgeting, forecasting, and managing the company’s capital expense portfolio.
New Development
- New Construction – lead and maintain timeline for new construction on behalf of CRG, act as the primary point of contact, coordinating directly with landlords, architects, designers, equipment suppliers, government agencies, General Contractors and any other assigned project team members.
- Quality Control – monitor construction progress and quality to ensure the final product meets projects specification, standards and expectations
- Interface with assigned real estate professionals to review relevant LOI, space plans, lease exhibits and work letters related to any new project initiatives.
Concept Design
- Support new concept development by collaborating with leadership, and design/architecture firms to align menu, equipment, and design.
WHAT WE LOOK FOR IN A DIRECTOR OF FACILITIES
- Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in construction management.
- Previous experience in project management with a solid understanding of the development process, including design, construction, and entitlements; specific new restaurant construction is preferred.
- High level of proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Experience with financial analysis, proformas, and budget management.
- Previous experience bidding and executing service contracts for facilities.
- Strong leadership and management skills.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills.
- Strong negotiation skills for managing contracts and stakeholder relationships.
- Thorough knowledge of building systems and technical aspects of restaurants.
- General understanding of building and health codes.
ABOUT US
Since 1963, Clyde's Restaurant Group has been a leader in the DMV restaurant scene, known for exceptional guest service and fostering a positive culture for employees. Our 14 properties include Clyde's, Old Ebbitt Grill, The Hamilton, 1789 Restaurant, Fitzgerald's, The Tombs, Rye Street Tavern, Cordelia Fishbar, Hamilton Live, and Ebbitt House (opening Spring/Summer 2026).
Apply now and take the first step towards a rewarding career! Even if you don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. We are committed to building an inclusive team and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
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Contact us at employment@clydes.com if you need any special accommodations to apply.
Salary : $125,000 - $150,000