Taproom General Manager

Overview

The General Manager is the heartbeat of the Young Blood Bee Co's taproom. This role owns the guest experience, leads a high-performing front-of-house team, and drives strong financial results while bringing the Young Blood vibe to life every day. The GM is a visible, hands-on leader who thrives on the floor, sets the standard for hospitality, and builds systems that keep the taproom running smoothly, efficiently, and profitably.

Guest Experience & Service

• Set the tone for an energetic, welcoming, and memorable taproom experience.
• Maintain a consistent presence on the floor, leading service and supporting the team during daily operations, events, and high-volume shifts.
• Uphold quality, consistency, and hospitality standards across beer, food, service, and environment.
• Step behind the bar or onto the floor as needed to ensure smooth service.
• Address guest feedback and concerns with professionalism, turning issues into positive experiences.
• Ensure menus, signage, and pricing are accurate, current, and on-brand.
• Partner with leadership on promotions, events, and community activations.
• Coordinate private events from booking through execution.
• Assist with marketing content in collaboration with the Social Media Coordinator.

Operations, Finance & Compliance

• Foster a culture of accountability, organization, and strong financial performance.
• Oversee cash handling procedures, including drawers, deposits, tip distribution, and petty cash.
• Manage purchasing and vendor relationships, monitoring usage, waste, and variances.
• Lead quarterly inventory counts and manage COGS to established targets.
• Maintain and enforce SOPs to ensure consistency and scalability.
• Ensure POS systems are accurate, optimized, and effective for reporting, labor, and inventory.
• Maintain full compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Own sanitation, safety, cleanliness, and organization standards across the taproom.
• Build and maintain a positive, inclusive, and high-energy workplace.
• Recruit, interview, hire, and onboard front-of-house staff.
• Assist the Director of Hospitality with hiring and developing on-site management.
• Lead onboarding and training, including POS access, HR systems, and pre-shift communication.
• Create and maintain systems for ongoing training, cross-training, and performance development.
• Schedule FOH staff to meet business needs while hitting labor targets.
• Coach, mentor, and hold team members accountable while celebrating wins and addressing issues directly.
• Communicate clearly and consistently through meetings, digital tools, and day-to-day leadership.

Qualifications & Skills

• 2 years of management or senior leadership experience in a high-volume bar, brewery, or hospitality environment.
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage managers.
• Strong understanding of bar operations, beer service, and guest-focused hospitality.
• Solid financial acumen, including labor management, inventory, budgeting, and COGS.
• ServSafe Manager Certification (or ability to obtain).
• Hands-on experience with POS and inventory management systems.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Calm, decisive, and solutions-oriented in fast-paced environments.
• Flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and special events.
• Passion for craft beer and creating memorable guest experiences.
• Reliable transportation

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Real ownership over the taproom, no micromanagement.
• A fast-growing brewery with room for career growth.
• Leadership that values your ideas and trusts your judgment.
• A brand with strong energy, creativity, and community roots.
• A hands-on leadership role where you're part of the action.
• A team-first culture that still expects excellence.

Reporting Structure

• Reports to: Director of Hospitality
• Direct Reports: Front-of-House Staff

Schedule & Availability

• Expected average of 50 hours per week, with seasonal and event-driven fluctuations.
• Required to take at least 8 days off per 30-day period to support long-term sustainability.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $65,000–$75,000 annually
• Incentive: Up to 10% of base salary based on labor and COGS performance
• Two weeks paid time off (80 hours annually)
• Employer-contributed Medical, Dental, and Short- & Long-Term Disability insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Voluntary Life & AD&D insurance available
• Six paid holidays annually

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65, $82,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Salary : $65,000 - $75,000