General Manager - Marlin Bar

Tommy Bahama; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Purchase program

Paid Time Off

Team member discounts

Job summary

Tommy Bahama in San Diego, CA is hiring to lead our front-of-house recruitment and learning initiatives. You will create growth paths, mentor team members, and drive strategies to attract qualified applicants while ensuring training programs transfer to daily service.

Join a team focused on growth, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits with a lifestyle brand that embodies island life across the country. Salary range reflects senior hospitality recruiting responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Lift up to 50 pounds frequently, bend/kneel as needed, stand for long shifts.
• Ability to manage restaurant team processes and safety programs.
• Scheduled shifts determined by business needs.

Responsibilities

• Create a learning and nurturing environment for all front of house team members to drive sales and service.
• Develop strategies to increase qualified applicants and mentor the team.
• Implement training programs, monitor performance and ensure on‑the‑job skill transfer.
• Manage restaurant expenses and ensure budget compliance.
• Foster open dialogue with restaurant teams, regional and corporate partners.
• Ensure consistent execution of company policies and procedures.

Job description

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LIVE THE ISLAND LIFE WITH US

At Tommy Bahama, good vibes start with great people. Whether you're behind the bar, in the kitchen, or out front with our guests, you'll be part of a team that’s growing fast - and helping shape the next wave of our Marlin Bars across the country. There's plenty of room to grow your career here, surrounded by teammates who support you and leaders who want to see you succeed.

WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT HERE

• Real career growth opportunities as our Food & Beverage concepts expand nationwide
• Competitive pay and team member discounts on retail, food, and beverage
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, Employee Stock Purchase program and more available to eligible full-time employees
• Generous Paid Time Off program to keep you balanced
• A positive, professional and engaging work environment

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Create a learning and nurturing environment for all front of the house restaurant team members that promotes sales and service success, and internal career growth.
• Develop and implement strategies to increase qualified applicants, including but not limited to proactively recruiting and mentoring the team
• Facilitate implementation of company learning/training programs, follow-up and monitor performance to ensure transfer of learned skills on-the-job
• Manage individual restaurant expenses ensuring budgetary compliance
• Cultivate an environment of open, authentic dialogue with the restaurant team, regional and corporate partners
• Ensure consistent execution of Company policies and procedures
• Incorporate and administer applicable safety programs for the restaurant, employees, and guests. Help create a clean, safe, professional and upbeat environment

REQUIREMENTS

• Lift and/or move up to approximately 50 pounds frequently
• Bending/stooping/kneeling required - frequently
• Routine standing for duration of shift
• Safely Maneuvering the following types of equipment or machinery: Hand cart, blenders, knives, slices, wine keys and other tools provided to complete work
• Scheduled shifts determined by business needs

Join the team that’s redefining laid-back luxury - and grow with us as we bring the Island Life to more communities across the country.

Pay range: $70,000 (or local minimum) to $107,100 annually

Mahalo (thank you) for your interest in Tommy Bahama!

Tommy Bahama is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants based on race, color, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religious creed, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, military and veteran status, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition, genetic information, reproductive health decision-making or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need an accommodation to complete an online application, please contact the location you are applying to or send an email to our recruiting team at [e-mail].

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