General Manager, Bar-led Hospitality Concept (confidential)

tvg hospitality

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • $85,000-90,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 16 days ago
Job Description:This bar-led hospitality concept is confidently understated and quietly powerful, aiming to redefine the tone of nightlife in Los Angeles. In a city often dominated by nostalgia, ego, and exclusivity, we're carving out space for something more grounded-something that reflects what LA is and is becoming.There's no velvet rope, no performative hospitality-just sharp execution, intelligent energy, and a modern approach to timeless classics. Our drinks are rooted in the familiar but reimagined with subtle twists and quiet edge. We don't chase trends or replicate the past-we create experiences for those shaping LA's present and futureABOUT THE ROLEAs General Manager, you're not just running a room-you're setting the tone, managing the business, and bringing the brand to life every night. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who moves fluidly between service and strategy. You'll oversee the guest experience, lead the front-of-house team, manage bar operations, and work closely with the Senior General Manager to gain fluency in the financial side of the business. You'll also partner with a lead host who manages the guest list and pacing, but you'll play an active role in shaping the feel of the space-ensuring the cocktail lounge continues to attract a vibrant, thoughtful, and creatively minded crowd aligned with its spirit.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESGuest Experience & Service Leadership
  • Act as the service lead each night, ensuring the team delivers warm, polished, and intuitive hospitality.
  • Partner with the Lead Host to help shape the nightly environment, ensuring the space feels intentional, welcoming, and aligned with the tone and community of the brand.
  • Address guest concerns with professionalism and care, turning challenges into positive impressions.
  • Stay attuned to guest feedback and service trends, and use those insights to coach the team and improve execution
Bar & Operational Management
  • Oversee all aspects of bar operations including inventory, ordering, cost tracking, and vendor relationships.
  • Manage cocktail execution, product quality, and service timing in collaboration with the bar team.
  • Maintain back-of-house systems including POS, inventory tracking, and scheduling tools.
  • Ensure compliance with health, safety, and labor standards across all operations.
Business & Financial Growth
  • Work closely with the Senior General Manager to support P&L performance, labor planning, and cost controls, including collaborating on annual budget inputs.
  • Assist with monthly reporting, financial tracking, and identification of operational efficiencies.
  • Contribute to strategies that increase revenue, guest spend, and repeat visitation.
Team Management & Development
  • Lead a high-performing FOH team including bartenders, floor staff, and support.
  • Conduct hiring, onboarding, and regular training sessions to uphold the cocktail lounge's service standards.
  • Guide pre-shift meetings and provide ongoing performance coaching grounded in accountability and care.
  • Foster a culture of hospitality, professionalism, and pride.
Brand Stewardship & Programming
  • Maintain the cocktail lounge's tone and aesthetic across all elements-from service style and uniforms to ambiance and experience.
  • Collaborate on small-scale activations or special nights that enhance the room's character and drive engagement.
  • Support creative and marketing efforts when needed to further reinforce brand positioning or accommodate press-related inquiries.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Coordinate with site-wide teams to ensure venue upkeep, staffing coverage, and readiness.
  • Engage with broader F&B leadership when needed to share insights and support team-wide initiatives.
  • Represent the cocktail lounge in internal planning conversations and contribute to long-term growth efforts.
QUALIFICATIONS & PREREQUISITES
  • 4-5+ years of hospitality experience in premium lounge, cocktail, or restaurant environments.
  • 2+ years in a management or AGM role with exposure to both service and operations.
  • Strong understanding of bar operations, financial tracking, and service flow.
  • Curious and eager to grow in the business side of hospitality with the support of senior leadership.
  • Familiarity with tools like Toast, SevenRooms, and inventory systems.
  • Available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
WHO YOU ARE
  • A natural host who leads with warmth, clarity, and attention.
  • Grounded, calm, and adaptable-especially when the pace picks up.
  • Intuitive about people and places-you understand what makes a room feel alive.
  • Excited to take ownership and grow in both service and strategy.
Annual Salary$85,000-$90,000EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYWe are proud to be an equal opportunity employer at tvg. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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