General Manager

Join a respected hospitality group bringing an upscale speakeasy concept to Nashville. This is an exciting opportunity for a leader who takes pride in crafting memorable guest experiences, developing high-performing teams, and delivering operational excellence in a polished, energetic setting.

General Manager Benefits & Compensation:

• 401k with company matching
• Medical, dental, and vision
• Paid time off
• Quarterly bonus program
• Team member benefits/discounts

General Manager Requirements & Qualifications:

• 3+ years of hospitality management experience in a bar, restaurant, lounge, hotel, or related upscale service environment
• Demonstrated ability to lead hourly teams, including hiring, training, scheduling, coaching, and managing performance
• Strong knowledge of bar operations, guest service, labor management, cash handling, and service recovery
• Willingness to work late nights, weekends, holidays, and maintain a flexible schedule
• Excellent communication, organization, judgment, and leadership abilities
• Must meet all legal requirements for employment and alcohol-service oversight in Tennessee

General Manager Preferred Background & Skills:

• Previous experience opening a new hospitality venue
• Background in an upscale cocktail bar, speakeasy, hotel bar, or nightlife environment
• Familiarity with POS systems, scheduling, payroll/timekeeping, inventory controls, and tip pool management
• Understanding of Tennessee alcohol-service regulations and responsible beverage service
• Strong network within the Nashville hospitality community

General Manager Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily venue operations from pre-shift setup through closing
• Foster an engaging, guest-centric culture aligned with brand standards
• Hire, train, schedule, and develop the hourly team for optimal performance
• Lead pre-shift meetings and provide real-time coaching during service
• Manage guest flow, reservations, seating, and overall room experience
• Partner with the bar lead to ensure cocktail quality, bar readiness, and consistent service
• Monitor labor, costs, sales, comps, and inventory-related expenses for profitability
• Ensure compliance with company policies, local labor standards, and alcohol-service regulations
• Foster safety, handle incident reporting, and support guest recovery as needed

If you are passionate about hospitality and ready to lead a talented team in an exciting new venue, please apply!