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General Manager
Little Water
261 S 20th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103, United States
Little Water hiring General Manager in Philadelphia, PA

Little Water hiring General Manager in Philadelphia, PA

General Manager

Little WaterMore Info

261 S 20th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103, United States
Full Time • Salary (Based on Experience)
Expired: Jun 1, 2026

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Required Years of Experience

4 years


Job Details

General Manager / Wine Director

 

The perfect candidate should share a vision for a sustainable, locally sourced concept that evokes warmth & hospitality. It’s crucial that or GM is constantly maintaining & strengthening our ethos while showcasing their own passion and philosophy through service & hospitality.

The GM reports directly to ownership and works in tandem with the Executive Chef to create an environment that elevates the guest’s experience and empowers the staff. This person is responsible for the overall day-to-day operations of the restaurant, working closely with the Executive Chef & Bar Operations Manager. They are responsible for training & enforcing all steps of service, managing labor, upholding all standards, controlling inventories, reservations, guest relations, office administration duties, vendor communications & lastly, the wine program. They ensure that operational standards are met regarding sanitation codes and laws, food storage & over all waste.

 

Responsibilities

  1. Daily updates of the menus, website & the POS system
  2. Driving revenue through all aspects of the sale of food & beverage
  3. Booking & managing all special functions, dinners & events
  4. Building a team through interviews, hiring, performance reviews & disciplinary action
  5. Running event-specific menus for occasions such as banquets and catered events
  6. Collaborating on marketing, administrative, product-related, and financial decisions
  7. Managing labor & wine inventory through weekly inventory reports
  8. Staying on your feet for a majority of the workday, as well as being expected to do moderate to heavy lifting
  9. Able to work with a variety of staff members in a fast-paced environment. Must be excellent communicators with the ability to multitask and think quickly when under pressure.
  10. Creating, maintaining & training of entire wine program
  11. Developing and preserving relationships with beverage reps and their companies
  12. Upholding the entire staff to all health code regulations & state regulations

Compensation Details

Compensation: Salary (Based on Experience)

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, Potential Bonuses, Dining Discounts


Required Skills

Leadership

Team Building

Customer Service Orientation

Problem Solving

Time Management

Attention to Detail

Adaptability

Strategic Planning

Financial Acumen

Event Planning

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Conflict Resolution

Creativity

Organizational Skills

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American, Seafood, Oyster Bar / Raw Bar

Upscale Casual

Part of River Twice & Little Water

Located in Rittenhouse Square, Little Water is the latest restaurant of husband-and-wife team (James Beard Nominated) Chef Randy Rucker and Amanda Rucker. Inspired by the Rucker’s experiences living along the Gulf Coast, New England and Mid-Atlantic regions, Little Water is a contemporary coastal restaurant that celebrates the ecological diversity of life by the sea. The Rucker’s sustainably share the dynamic ecosystem of tranquil marshes, expansive bays, and secluded coves with an a la carte menu that echoes the coastal spirit in a warm & lively atmosphere.

Awards / Distinctions
2026