General Manager - Stone's Throw

Three Oaks Hospitality; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) with match

Generous PTO

Flexible schedule

Employee discount

Referral program

Free parking

Job summary

Stones Throw in Tampa, FL, is seeking an experienced General Manager to lead a waterfront bar and restaurant. You will own the operation, drive guest experience, and manage the bottom line with a hands-on, energetic leadership style.

You will oversee FOH and BOH, partner with the Executive Chef on menus and costs, and ensure health code compliance while maintaining service excellence for a busy dining room and bar.

Qualifications

• 5+ years as 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 FOH and bar operations
• Availability for evenings, weekends, and holidays

Responsibilities

• 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
• Oversee cocktail program, inventory, and pour costs
• Coordinate with events team for private dining and large reservations

Skills

Leadership

P&L management

Staff development

High-volume service

Budgeting

FOH & BOH operations

Reservation platforms

POS systems

Education

Food Manager Certification

TIPS or RBS certification (a plus)

Tools

POS systems

Reservation platforms

Job description

Stones Throw isn't just a bar and restaurant - it's a waterfront escape where nostalgia comes alive, one fresh catch and creatively crafted cocktail at a time. We're looking for a General Manager who can lead with the same warmth and energy that makes our guests feel like family the moment they walk in. If you thrive on high-volume service, love building a team that genuinely cares about hospitality, while backed by a passionate hospitality group, this is your chance to make Stones Throw your own little slice of paradise to lead.

The Opportunity

Stones Throw is now hiring an experienced General Manager for our waterfront bar and restaurant. This is a leadership role with real scope. You'll own the full operation - the team, the culture, the guest experience, and the bottom line. Our bar moves fast, so we need a GM who's comfortable running a high-volume bar: managing peak-hour rushes, keeping speed-of-service tight without sacrificing quality, controlling pour costs, and keeping the energy up for both guests and staff when the room is packed.

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