General Manager - Cocktail Lounge in DAYTON!

GENERAL MANAGER - Award-Winning Cocktail Bar in Dayton, OH

Ever think about a new start in an exciting new place? Consider Downtown Dayton! We're one of Dayton's newest concepts and are looking to recruit folks from the Cincinnatti/Columbus markets to bring that big(ger) city vibe to our team.  Take advantage of our emerging market's affordability, quality of life, creative culture and exciting growth in the urban core... Tender Mercy is even offering RELOCATION assistance for qualified candidates ready to make a big move to be a part of something special with us.

Tender Mercy is Downtown Dayton's award-winning cocktail lounge and underground reprieve, serving the finest craft cocktails, curated wines and beers to guests since its inception the week COVID hit in 2020.  The vibey venue developed and owned by The Idea Collective was named to Esquire Magazine's Best Bars in America in 2021 and won design awards from AIA in 2022... If you're a leader with a passion for the bar business and craft cocktails, let's get to know each other.  

We get it... Management isn't for everybody. But if you are a natural empath, coach, organizer, problem solver, and all-around people person, then maybe management is for you. Loving food and beverage also helps. In this role, you will be working alongside ownership and our sister restaurant Sueno's General Manager to create a team, an experience, and a destination that is unparalleled in Dayton (and beyond). We are seeking out mature leadership, a natural desire to make people happy, and the moral compass/integrity to make changes where needed. Basic f&b knowledge is helpful, but can be developed. Use of technology and apps will be required. Assisting with social media accounts will be likely. Hard conversations will have to take place. Long, late hours will happen. The satisfaction of building something special will make it all worth it. 

Compensation: Salaried at $50k-$65k per year plus a healthy bonus structure, all depending on experience, flexibility, and attitude.