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Front of House Manager & Bar Manager — Upscale Restaurant & Lounge
Location: Downtown St. Petersburg, FL
Company: Confidential
About the Opportunity:
A well-known, chef-driven restaurant and lounge in downtown St. Petersburg is seeking two key additions to its leadership team — a Front of House Manager and a Bar Manager. Both roles require experienced, hands-on professionals who lead with integrity, foster teamwork, and thrive in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
Our client’s concept is known for its vibrant atmosphere, upscale yet approachable service, and high standards of hospitality. This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected local brand with a strong reputation and a dedicated team.
Front of House Manager
Responsibilities:
- Oversee all front-of-house operations, ensuring excellence in guest experience and team performance.
- Lead, train, and develop staff to maintain consistent service and hospitality standards.
- Manage daily floor operations, scheduling, and guest relations.
- Collaborate with the culinary and beverage teams to ensure seamless service.
- Uphold a culture of integrity, accountability, and respect.
Qualifications:
- 3+ years of FOH management or supervisory experience in upscale casual or fine dining.
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Proven ability to build morale and coach teams effectively.
- Detail-oriented and highly organized.
- ServSafe certification preferred.
Bar Manager
Responsibilities:
- Oversee all aspects of bar operations including inventory, ordering, costing, and staff scheduling.
- Lead and mentor bar staff to deliver consistent quality and service.
- Develop cocktail menus, seasonal features, and beverage programs.
- Maintain cost controls and uphold alcohol compliance standards.
- Drive innovation while fostering an environment built on professionalism and trust.
Qualifications:
- 3–5 years of bar management experience in a high-volume, full-service setting.
- Strong product knowledge across spirits, cocktails, wine, and beer.
- Demonstrated leadership and training ability.
- Financial acumen and familiarity with bar metrics and systems.
- ServSafe Alcohol certification preferred.
At Goodwin Recruiting, we are committed to our core values and providing world class customer service. We are committed to helping our clients navigate and comply with the complex and ever-changing labor laws as well as help ensure that in every hiring decision, internally and with our client partners, that all viable candidates are considered, and the most qualified candidate is offered the role. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.
JOB ID: 167475
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Jessica Ray