General Manager

Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading restaurant as General Manager in Boulder, CO, where you’ll lead a legacy of outstanding hospitality and sustainable practices. With over 30 years of excellence, this role emphasizes mentorship, guest obsession, and community engagement in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

401(k) with company match

Performance-based bonus

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Training & development opportunities

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive leadership experience in full-service restaurants.
• Experience in high-volume and/or fine-casual dining.
• Proven track record of developing high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee front-of-house operations and ensure outstanding guest experience.
• Recruit, train, and develop the FOH team.
• Manage financials, scheduling, and inventory.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Acumen

Guest Experience

Team Development

Community Involvement

Job description

Benefits:

401(k)

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Profit sharing

Training & development

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

GENERAL MANAGER – JAX FISH HOUSE (FLAGSHIP LOCATION | BOULDER, CO) Bring the Coast to the Coast-less. Lead a Legacy.

Jax Fish House has been setting the standard for sustainable seafood and warm, unforgettable hospitality in landlocked Colorado for over 30 years. Our flagship Boulder location is not just a restaurant — it’s an institution. A cozy, high-energy, 75-seat seafood bar with a cult following, generations of regulars, and a reputation that spans decades. From timeless oyster towers to soulful, seasonal cocktails, Jax brings the spirit of coastal fish houses to the heart of the Rockies.

Now, we’re searching for an exceptional General Manager to lead this iconic location into its next chapter.

WHO YOU ARE:

You’re more than a manager — you’re a mentor, culture driver, and operations expert. You thrive in the dynamic energy of a packed dining room and find deep purpose in making moments matter. You balance big-picture vision with hands-on leadership. You’ve managed high-volume, full-service restaurants and have the scars (and stories) to prove it.

You are a selfless hospitalitarian: unflappable, adaptable, and deeply committed to people — both guests and team. Your leadership style is grounded in teaching, team development, and guest obsession. You understand that hospitality starts at the door — and is only successful when it starts with the team.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

Experienced Operator: 5+ years of progressive leadership experience in full-service restaurants, preferably in high-volume and/or fine-casual dining.

Team Builder & Leader: A coach and teacher who invests in people. Proven track record of developing high-performing teams and cultivating long-term careers.

Guest-Obsessed: Passion for warm, authentic, and elevated hospitality that feels both refined and familiar.

Culture Keeper: Protect and evolve a legacy brand, uphold traditions, and bring fresh energy to a deeply rooted local institution.

Business-Savvy: Financial acumen, scheduling, ordering, inventory, labor, and P&L experience required. You know your numbers — and how to act on them.

Community-Oriented: Jax is a community hub. We give back and get involved — and you should too.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

Oversee all front-of-house operations and ensure an outstanding guest experience, night after night.

Build and maintain a culture of excellence, integrity, and hospitality.

Lead with empathy, accountability, and a relentless drive to improve.

Collaborate closely with the Executive Chef to align culinary and service standards.

Recruit, train, and develop a top-tier FOH team.

Manage financials, scheduling, and inventory with precision.

Represent Jax in the community and continue our proud tradition of service beyond our four walls.

WHY WORK WITH US:

Join a company with 30+ years of excellence and an unwavering commitment to sustainability, quality, and people.

Be part of a respected restaurant group that values professional growth, work-life balance, and community impact.

Competitive salary + performance-based bonus structure and profit sharing

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

401(k) with company match.

Generous dining discounts at all Big Red F locations

leadership retreats, and real career development opportunities.

This is more than a job — it's a calling. A chance to lead one of the most beloved restaurants in the region and shape the next era of Boulder’s dining scene.

If you are a driven, dynamic, hospitality-obsessed professional ready to lead a flagship legacy into the future — we want to hear from you.

Who we are: We are a collective of locally owned and fiercely independent restaurants and bars rooted in Boulder, Colorado.

Our Mission: We Serve Delicious and Memorable Hospitality - OUR HOSPITALITY IS EVERYTHING WE DO

Our Values: We are committed to the happiness of our guests, the success of our team, and the connection to our communities.

Our Purpose: We are dedicated to creating outstanding memories and experiences for our guests around eating and drinking.

www.bigredf.com