General Manager - Entertainment Venue

Overview

General Manager Two Dimes (Tuscaloosa, AL). Located in the heart of downtown Tuscaloosa on the Strip and just 250 yards from Bryant-Denny Stadium, Two Dimes is a 14,000 square foot full-service bar and entertainment venue with a capacity of 1,600 guests. Open 3-4 nights a week. Two Dimes blends elevated hospitality with world-class entertainment, hosting events ranging from sporting events, comedy acts, and concerts to regular house DJ nights featuring some of the world's most famous DJs. The venue attracts a vibrant mix of locals and university students, creating an atmosphere that is electric and welcoming. Two Dimes is the perfect place for a visionary hospitality professional to take their career to the next level in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.

Your Role

As General Manager, you are the brand ambassador and driving force behind all operations, bringing Two Dimes' signature escapism to life through seamless service, elevated guest experiences, and immersive entertainment. You'll lead a management team of four and oversee a total staff of approximately 40 employees across front-of-house, back-of-house, and security operations. This role is ideal for an experienced, hands-on leader who thrives in nightlife, entertainment, and high-volume bar environments while maintaining exceptional standards of service, profitability, and team culture.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all venue operations including bar service, event programming, staffing, marketing, finance, and security.
• Recruit, hire, train, schedule, and manage all FOH, BOH, and security staff, cultivating a motivated, accountable team culture.
• Lead by example in maintaining high standards of service, hospitality, and brand representation.
• Conduct regular staff meetings and performance reviews; develop and enforce Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and financial targets for sales, labor, and operations.
• Monitor weekly revenue, COGS, and labor percentages; take corrective action to maintain profitability.
• Implement systems to control inventory, minimize waste, prevent theft, and ensure compliance with portion and pour standards.
• Approve invoices, manage cash handling, reconcile deposits and reports, and communicate key metrics with ownership and CFO.
• Maintain accurate settlement sheets with booking agencies for concerts and events.
• Oversee ordering, receiving, and inventory of all beverages, food, and operational supplies.
• Collaborate with booking, marketing, and promotions teams to execute concerts, themed nights, sporting events, and influencer activations.
• Identify new revenue opportunities, operational efficiencies, and market trends to drive growth and profitability.

What We're Looking For

Compensation

Salary Range : $95,000 – $150,000 (based on experience). Includes performance bonuses, growth opportunities, and a dynamic working culture with room for creative input and leadership development.

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