Every General Manager joining 4 Rivers begins with our 5-week Manager in Training (MIT) program, designed to immerse you in our culture, systems, leadership expectations, and operations. 4 Rivers Smokehouse began with the launch of the “Barbecue Ministry” in 2004, when John hosted a cookout fundraiser to support a local family whose young daughter was battling cancer.

General Manager | 4 Rivers Smokehouse

Central Florida Locations: Winter Park | Winter Garden | Longwood | UCF | Kissimmee | SODO

Lead with purpose. Build great teams. Make an impact.

At 4 Rivers Smokehouse, we believe great restaurants are built by great people. We’re looking for an experienced General Manager who is ready to lead with purpose, develop exceptional teams, and create memorable guest experiences.

Flexibility to be placed at any of our Central Florida Smokehouse locations is essential.

Grow with 4 Rivers

Every General Manager joining 4 Rivers begins with our 5-week Manager in Training (MIT) program, designed to immerse you in our culture, systems, leadership expectations, and operations. Upon successful completion, you’ll graduate into the General Manager role and lead your own restaurant.

We’re more than barbecue. We’re a family, a mission, and a movement — founded on faith, family, and food and committed to developing our people and serving our communities.

What You’ll Do

• Lead daily restaurant operations in a high-volume environment
• Recruit, hire, coach, and develop team members and managers
• Build a strong leadership team and culture of accountability
• Drive sales, profitability, labor, and food cost results
• Maintain exceptional standards for food quality, safety, cleanliness, and hospitality
• Create memorable guest experiences and strong community relationships
• Develop future leaders and create opportunities for team growth
• Partner with catering, marketing, and operations teams to grow the business

What We’re Looking For

• 3–5+ years of General Manager or comparable restaurant leadership experience
• Proven success building and developing high-performing teams
• Strong understanding of P&L, labor, and food cost management
• Hands-on leadership style and genuine passion for hospitality
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to lead with both accountability and grace
• Commitment to developing people and growing future leaders
• Flexibility to work at any Central Florida Smokehouse location

What We Offer

Competitive Salary + Monthly Bonus Potential

• 401(k) with Company Match
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Cell Phone Reimbursement
• Health & Wellness Reimbursement
• Paid Vacation & Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program & Mental Health Resources
• Major Holidays Off
• Career Growth & Leadership Development
• Team Celebrations, Company Events & Community Serve Days
• Employee Discounts & Perks

Join the 4 Rivers Family

If you’re an experienced hospitality leader looking for a company where you can grow your career, develop people, and make an impact, we’d love to meet you.

Apply today and help lead the future of 4 Rivers Smokehouse in Central Florida.

4 Rivers Restaurant Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer | Drug-Free Workplace | Background Checks Required

4 Rivers Smokehouse began with the launch of the “Barbecue Ministry” in 2004, when John hosted a cookout fundraiser to support a local family whose young daughter was battling cancer. This one event resulted in a passion for supporting local schools, churches, and charitable organizations. After trials, tribulations, and a whole lot of burnt ends, we finally flipped that “Hot Brisket Now” sign on in October of 2009. Within the first hour, a line had formed out the door…and then around the corner.

Benefits

Bonus pay, Flexible schedule, Paid time off, Health insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, Life insurance, 401(k) matching, Referral program, Employee discount, Paid training

Job Type

Full time