Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $85,000.00 - $92,000.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
401(k)
bonus
competitive salary
Dental Insurance
Employee Discounts
flexible schedule
Health Insurance
Opportunity for advancement
Paid Time Off
Profit sharing
Training and Development
Vision Insurance
Wellness resources
Job Description
Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar is a renowned dining institution located in Denver's vibrant LoDo district. Celebrated for its rich 30-year legacy, Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar stands as a cornerstone of Denver's seafood scene, offering patrons an authentic neighborhood seafood bar experience with a lively atmosphere full of energy and warmth. The establishment prides itself on a unique blend of fine-dining excellence paired with the casual, welcoming charm of a local favorite. With a history intertwined deeply with Denver's cultural tapestry, Jax Fish House continues to invite guests to enjoy exceptional food, handcrafted cocktails, and an ambiance that feels both exhilarating and inviting. Its commitment to high-quality dining is matched by its dedication to community, hospitality, and creating unforgettable memories through every service.
The role of General Manager at Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar is an exceptional leadership opportunity for an experienced and passionate service professional eager to embrace the dynamic hospitality industry. This position offers a competitive annual salary range of $85,000 to $92,000 along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance among other perks. The General Manager is envisioned as a cornerstone of the restaurant’s ongoing success, entrusted to inspire and lead a talented team while upholding the institution's storied reputation. The successful candidate will embody the spirit of hospitality, blending southern style warmth with the rigor of fine-dining service to ensure each guest feels genuinely welcomed and valued.
As the General Manager, one will play a pivotal role in orchestrating the restaurant’s operations, fostering an environment where both staff and guests feel energized and appreciated. The ideal leader embraces adaptability, remains composed under pressure, and champions ongoing learning and team development. This role demands a natural leader and a compelling communicator capable of managing restaurant operations that include overseeing budgets, maintaining top-tier service standards, managing compliance, and leading a crew committed to excellence. With responsibility spanning from staff mentorship to operational excellence, the General Manager ensures each night’s service is a memorable celebration that honors the tradition of Jax Fish House while moving boldly into its future.
Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar is more than a workplace; it is a community hub where laughter, vibrant conversation, and expertly prepared seafood create an unforgettable dining destination. This opportunity is ideal for a seasoned hospitality manager dedicated to excellence in service and leadership, eager to contribute to and grow with one of Denver's most iconic restaurant institutions. Joining this team means stepping into a role that promises continual growth, rewarding challenges, and the chance to make a lasting impact in the hospitality industry, surrounded by passionate professionals who value kindness, integrity, and world-class hospitality above all else.
The role of General Manager at Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar is an exceptional leadership opportunity for an experienced and passionate service professional eager to embrace the dynamic hospitality industry. This position offers a competitive annual salary range of $85,000 to $92,000 along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance among other perks. The General Manager is envisioned as a cornerstone of the restaurant’s ongoing success, entrusted to inspire and lead a talented team while upholding the institution's storied reputation. The successful candidate will embody the spirit of hospitality, blending southern style warmth with the rigor of fine-dining service to ensure each guest feels genuinely welcomed and valued.
As the General Manager, one will play a pivotal role in orchestrating the restaurant’s operations, fostering an environment where both staff and guests feel energized and appreciated. The ideal leader embraces adaptability, remains composed under pressure, and champions ongoing learning and team development. This role demands a natural leader and a compelling communicator capable of managing restaurant operations that include overseeing budgets, maintaining top-tier service standards, managing compliance, and leading a crew committed to excellence. With responsibility spanning from staff mentorship to operational excellence, the General Manager ensures each night’s service is a memorable celebration that honors the tradition of Jax Fish House while moving boldly into its future.
Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar is more than a workplace; it is a community hub where laughter, vibrant conversation, and expertly prepared seafood create an unforgettable dining destination. This opportunity is ideal for a seasoned hospitality manager dedicated to excellence in service and leadership, eager to contribute to and grow with one of Denver's most iconic restaurant institutions. Joining this team means stepping into a role that promises continual growth, rewarding challenges, and the chance to make a lasting impact in the hospitality industry, surrounded by passionate professionals who value kindness, integrity, and world-class hospitality above all else.
Job Requirements
- Ability to challenge, develop and lead a team of restaurant managers
- Provide welcoming and engaging hospitality
- Teach staff wine, beer, spirits, and cocktail skills
- Extensive food knowledge in service and preparation
- Communicate effectively verbally and in writing
- Achieve company objectives in sales, service, quality, appearance and cleanliness
- Minimum 5 years experience in restaurant leadership
- Enhanced finance skills including budget and P&Ls
- TIPS and ServSafe Manager Certified
- Handle physical requirements of a restaurant manager role
- Available to work nights, weekends and holidays
- Integrity, intelligence, honesty and eagerness to learn
Job Qualifications
- Minimum of 5 years in hospitality management or restaurant leadership role
- Enhanced finance skills including budgeting, P&L analysis, costed menus, and staffing schedules
- TIPS and ServSafe Manager certification (training provided if needed)
- Strong communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a team
- Passion for elevated service that blends fine-dining execution with welcoming presentation
- Knowledge of beverage service including wine, beer, spirits, and cocktails
- Ability to handle physical demands of the role including bending, reaching, standing for extended periods, and lifting heavy items
- Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays
- Integrity, intelligence, honesty, and willingness to learn
Job Duties
- Challenge and develop a team of restaurant managers who exhibit selfless hospitality
- Ensure that all guests and staff feel welcomed with lively, warm, attentive, and conscientious hospitality
- Teach and inspire staff in wine, beer, spirits, and cocktail knowledge
- Maintain extensive food knowledge related to service, preparation, ingredients, and appropriate food and beverage pairing
- Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing within the restaurant
- Achieve company objectives in sales, service, quality, appearance of facility, and cleanliness through training and positive work environment creation
Job Criteria
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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