Martinez named general manager of Dixie Fish Company

HM Restaurant Group has promoted Reyes Martinez to general manager of Dixie Fish Company, its popular seafood restaurant currently ranked Tripadvisor’s No. 1 restaurant in the Fort Myers area. Martinez has spent his nine-year tenure with the company at Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille’s Fort Myers Beach and St. Petersburg Pier locations.

“Reyes has been a valuable employee for nearly a decade and is a great addition to the Dixie Fish Company team,” said Joe Harrity, a partner with HM Restaurant Group, which manages the restaurant. “He’s an established leader who is dedicated to upholding our high standards for stellar food and customer service.”

Martinez is a certified guest service professional, completing the requirements in 2025.

“I enjoy working for HM Restaurant Group because it truly values collaboration and continuous improvement,” Martinez said. “I’ve had opportunities to take on new challenges and develop my skills, which have helped me grow professionally. I’m excited to continue learning and growing as the new general manager of Dixie Fish Company.”