Company description

The Ecco Project is a new effort from James Beard award winning Chef Spike Gjerde, dedicated to driving value to local, regenerative farmers, watermen, and makers. We aim to demonstrate the possibilities of operating restaurants that support environmental stewardship, climate resilience, and a vibrant Baltimore City.

Job description

We are looking for a stellar hospitality professional to join an opening team for a new restaurant in the Canopy hotel from an award-winning Baltimore chef and restaurant group.

The restaurant is an all-day full service operation, including a strong events arm. The ideal candidate has spent meaningful time working in independent restaurants and in leadership roles.

Responsibilities:

• Be an ambassador for our approach to local sourcing. Delight guests and ensure each guest has an exceptional experience.

• Manage daily services including bar readiness, bar prep and organization, and nightly bar service execution.

• Manage beverage program with General Manager & Bar Lead. Manage evolving menu of cocktails made with farm products & local spirits, biodynamic & organic wines, and local beers.

• Model and coach service mechanics behind the bar, empathetic service, and thoughtful touches according to established standards.

• Work closely with the General Manager and Executive Chef to hire, train, and recruit team members for each position in the restaurant.

• Provide performance management for team members as needed as well as in the moment corrective action.

• Ensure restaurant opens and closes according to established practices.

Success is not a flat line. Dream, imagine, and create a better guest experience. Use rigor and grit to make today better than yesterday, tomorrow better than today.

Qualifications:

• Ability to stand for 8-10 hour shifts and lift 50 pounds

'• Prior experience in restaurant FOH floor management

45 hour schedule including some closings and openings.

Benefits package to include Health/Dental/Vision, 401k, hotel room discounts, and parking discounts.

Compensation

this position is: salaried, $50,000 - $75,000

Application instructions

Deadline

August 31, 2025