General Manager - Three Oaks Hospitality
Three Oaks Hospitality is a collection of community-driven gathering spaces across Tampa Bay each with its own soul, story, and sense of place. From the intimate glow of a speakeasy to the energy of a neighborhood bar, every concept is built on one belief: that great hospitality creates lasting connection. We're looking for a General Managers who live that belief. Learn more about us at Three Oaks Hospitality.
The Opportunity
Three Oaks Hospitality is now hiring experienced General Managers for our full-service bars and restaurants. This is a leadership role with real scope. You'll own the full operation of one of our concepts — the team, the culture, the guest experience, and the bottom line. You'll have the autonomy to lead with the support of a passionate hospitality group behind you.
What You’ll Do
People & Culture
- Recruit, onboard, and develop FOH and BOH teams across all service levels
- Lead performance reviews, disciplinary actions, and career growth conversations
- Build and manage weekly schedules balancing labor cost and coverage
- Run pre-shift meetings to align staff on specials, goals, and service standards
Guest Experience
- Set and uphold service standards across dining room, bar, and private events
- Be a visible, engaged presence on the floor during peak service
- Handle escalated guest issues with professionalism and de-escalation skill
- Build relationships with regulars and VIP guests to drive loyalty
Food, Beverage & Kitchen Operations
- Partner with the Executive Chef on menu rollouts, costing, and quality control
- Monitor ticket times, expediting flow, and FOH/BOH communication during service
- Oversee food safety protocols, allergy procedures, and health code compliance
- Conduct line checks before each service to ensure prep and presentation standards
- Collaborate on daily specials and limited-time offerings that drive revenue
- Oversee cocktail program execution, bar setup, and speed-of-service standards
- Manage liquor, beer, and wine inventory; conduct weekly pours and variance audits
- Partner with bar leadership on seasonal menu development and staff education
- Ensure full compliance with state and local alcoholic beverage regulations
- Monitor pour costs and implement controls to reduce shrinkage and waste
Finance & Operations
- Own the P&L — track revenue, manage costs, and hit monthly targets
- Manage vendor relationships, purchase orders, and invoice approvals
- Analyze sales mix, covers, and check averages to identify growth opportunities
- Implement upsell and suggestive selling strategies across FOH teams
Events & Private Dining
- Oversee execution of private events, buyouts, and large-party reservations
- Coordinate with events team on BEOs, staffing plans, and room setup
- Develop relationships with local corporate accounts and event planners
- Ensure seamless communication between kitchen, bar, and service staff during events
- Identify opportunities to grow event revenue and private dining bookings
What You Bring
- 5+ years as a General Manager or Managing Partner in high-volume, full-service hospitality
- Proven ability to lead, develop, and retain a high-performing team
- Financial fluency — budgeting, cost control, revenue analysis
- Deep knowledge of both FOH service and bar operations
- Valid Food Manager Certification; TIPS or RBS certification a plus
- Comfort with POS systems, reservation platforms, and Microsoft Office
- Experience managing private events and large-format dining
- Availability for evenings, weekends, and holidays
What We Offer
- Medical, dental & vision
- 401(k) with match
- Generous PTO
- Flexible schedule
- Employee discount
- Referral program
- Free parking