Restaurateur/Hotelier Michael Zislis is excited to announce his latest project - a reimagination of Downtown Manhattan Beach’s iconic Manhattan Beach Brewing Company! Opened as a working brew pub in 1991 and renamed Brewco in 2010, Brewco closed its doors on January 31st and will reopen with a reimagined interior and elevated kitchen. 

What does a Brewco serve? It serves rotisserie chicken, wood grilled meats and fish, fresh salads, sushi and incredible appetizers.

The new Brewco will keep its name, love for beer, and legendary hospitality. It will gain a new elegant look, upleveled coastal menu, eclectic wine list, and cutting edge cocktail program. 

We are looking for an experienced Restaurant General Manager to get in on the ground floor as the leader of the opening team. We will be opening on or around May 1st, 2024 so we are looking to fill this position quickly. 

Compensation & Benefits: $100,000 plus a significant quarterly bonus program | 100% paid medical and dental benefits | vision insurance available | 2 weeks vacation in the first year and up from there | sick pay | holiday pay | free meals | free parking | opportunities for advancement | positive culture | discounted restaurant and hotel room rates | phone allowance | employee assistance program | life insurance | employee referral program | gorgeous views while working | 

Our ideal candidate has General Management experience at an upscale full-service restaurant. We are looking for someone who 'gets' hospitality and positive leadership, but also is very systematic and structured. They are a great delegator and leader that thrives in a collaborative culture. Our ideal GM is committed to creating an impeccable guest experience and will hold extremely high standards for their team. Our commitment is to provide this individual with a positive workplace where they can work hard AND have fun, enjoy the beach vibe, and grow as a person and a professional. 

Of course, our GM must have the necessary experience to do the job. They must know how to run a restaurant. That’s a non-negotiable. See below for the full list of qualifications. But as we know, it’s about so much more than that.

Our ideal candidate is a kindred spirit for our culture, is a fantastic leader, has an outstanding work ethic, and doesn’t shy away from getting their hands dirty. HOWEVER, who this person IS exceeds what they DO. The primary role of a General Manager is to maximize the talents and productivity of their team. The GM has two hands, but the team has about 100 hands. Our perfect fit knows how to get all 100 of those hands performing at their best. 

At Brewco, we believe in Danny Meyer’s concept, “The Virtuous Cycle of Hospitality”. If we treat our team well, they will treat our guests well. Plain and simple. Our Restaurant General Manager must believe in this philosophy, and practice it every day. 

This position is for you if you have…

• Minimum 3 years experience as a General Manager of a full service upscale restaurant.
• Restaurant opening experience in a GM or AGM position strongly preferred. 

• The ability to inspire team members to provide genuine hospitality and impeccable service. Your leadership style promotes mutual trust, respect and teamwork.
• Understanding of California labor laws, Health Department guidelines, COVID-19 safety protocols, etc.
• Understanding of budgeting, inventory, and P&L’s.
• Extensive knowledge of food, beer, wine, and spirits.
• Long tenure with previous employers (minimum 2 years at each job).
• Excellent communication and organization skills.
• A flexible schedule (nights, weekends, holidays, etc).
• The ability to perform under pressure.
• Enthusiasm about the brand!

Brewco is located at 124 Manhattan Beach Blvd, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266. For more information on Brewco, please visit www.brewcomb.com and www.zislisgroup.com or visit us on Instagram at @brewco_mb.