Restaurant Manager – Tampa, FL
At 4 Rivers Smokehouse, we’re more than great barbecue—we’re a purpose-driven, people-first organization rooted in faith, family, and community. We’re looking for a hands-on Restaurant Manager to support daily Smokehouse operations, help develop our team, and deliver exceptional guest experiences while also supporting catering execution and event success.
This role is ideal for a high-energy leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys developing people, and isn’t afraid to roll up their sleeves wherever needed.
What You’ll Do:
- Support daily Smokehouse operations and overall guest experience
- Lead, coach, and develop team members through hands-on leadership
- Maintain 4 Rivers standards for food quality, cleanliness, hospitality, and execution
- Assist with hiring, onboarding, training, scheduling, and inventory management
- Step into BOH and FOH support as business needs require
- Support catering operations, including order execution, coordination, accuracy, and successful event fulfillment
- Partner with the team to ensure seamless execution for large orders, off-site events, and catering opportunities
- Foster a positive, team-first culture aligned with 4 Rivers values and mission
What You Bring:
- 2–4 years of restaurant experience (management experience preferred)
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to thrive in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
- Experience supporting catering operations or large-volume food execution is a plus
- Flexible availability, including weekends and some holidays
- Guest-first mindset with a hands-on, servant leadership approach
Why 4 Rivers:
- Competitive pay and bonus potential
- 401(k) with company match
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid vacation and paid parental leave
- Wellness and cell phone reimbursement
- Free mental health services and EAP
- Growth and development through 4R University
- Supportive culture with real work-life balance
If you’re passionate about hospitality, people, and purpose, we’d love to meet you.
At 4 Rivers, every team member has the opportunity to make a difference. We’re proud to be a Drug-Free Workplaceand an Equal Opportunity Employer. Background checks are required.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- 401(k)
- Referral program
- Employee discount