Assistant Manager - Brewpoint Taproom - Bedford, Bedfordshire

Wells & Co; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A popular brewery and dining venue in Bedford seeks an Assistant Manager to support the overall operations and enhance guest experience. The role emphasizes leadership in food and drink service, event management, and maximizing profitability. Candidates should have a passion for beer, experience in operations, and a desire for career progression. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from £30,000 to £36,000, plus benefits including holiday days, pension, and additional discounts.

Benefits

Competitive salary

28 days holiday

Pension

Retail & beer discounts

Unique workplace culture

Qualifications

• Experienced Assistant with proven experience in a volume business.
• Ability to create and manage big events effectively.
• Skills in networking and developing in-demand experiences.

Responsibilities

• Support the GM in day-to-day operations and management.
• Drive excellence in food and drink delivery.
• Maximise profitability within the venue.

Skills

Operations management experience

Events management

Sales & Marketing

Team leadership

Knowledge of beer

Job description

Assistant Manager - Brewpoint Taproom - Bedford, Bedfordshire

Company Description

Brewpoint! Built on 5 generations of craft, has become Bedford’s predominate destination for drinkers and diners.

Incorporating a bar, restaurant, brewery & taproom, shop and events space, allowing our guests to be able to experience exceptional modern beer and beyond!

Our aim is to become a unique marketplace for food where we can deliver amazing fresh dishes in a relaxed environment whilst providing diners with a real point of difference.

The beer agenda is eclectic, and our focus is to deliver incredible flavours using simple ingredients.

Position

We are looking to appoint an Assistant Manager, influential in creating vision, developing the business and delivering a first‑class experience for all.

You will support the GM in the overall day‑to‑day running and management of the entire retail function, to drive excellence in food and drink delivery and guest experience to maximise profitability within the venue.

Naturally, you will be expected to deliver against the key measures of sales, profit, stock, team retention and guest satisfaction, as well as adhering to all legislative requirements for people, safety and licensing.

Requirements

What we are looking for :

• Operations – an experienced Assistant with experience in a volume business
• Events experience – interest in managing big events and private booking space whilst ensuring the remaining business operates smoothly
• Sales & Marketing – ability to network in the local area to create in‑demand experiences
• Entrepreneurial flair – know and understand your market, competitor’s and customers to implement and drive sales opportunities
• Passion for Beer – knowledge and passion for beer to ensure that this is high on the agenda with the wider team
• Resilience – you will be operating a business that is at the heart of our Head Office!
• Management – comfortable leading a team and being a role‑model
• Career Progression – keen to develop your personal career as this is a potential stepping stone into a General Manager role

Other information

In return, we will provide you with a great package including :

• £30,000 - £36,000
• 28 days holiday
• Pension
• Retail & beer discounts
• Fun culture in a unique workplace

Passion and energy will be key – in return you will be given autonomy and ownership to take this business to new heights and the successful Assistant Manager will have an opportunity to really stamp their own personality onto the operation.

If the above sounds like you we’d love to hear from you!