Assistant Taproom Manager (Venice)

Firestone Walker Brewing Company; California (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) with profit sharing

Paid time off 13 days/year

10 paid holidays/year

Employee discount

Job summary

Firestone Walker Brewing Company seeks an Assistant Manager to oversee the taproom and dining experiences, lead front-of-house staff, plan schedules, monitor guest service, and ensure quality food and beverage execution.

The role requires 3–5 years of restaurant management experience, a high school diploma (a BA in business or related field is a plus), and strong communication and safety focus to maintain health code standards and budgeting discipline.

Qualifications

• Requires strong leadership and communication skills to manage front-of-house and back-of-house staff.
• Must understand budgeting, forecasting, and labor cost controls.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and compliance is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, organizing, and leadership to achieve sales, costs, and guest satisfaction goals.
• Direct supervision of FOH staff and BOH support; manage onboarding, training, and performance evaluations.
• Plan work schedules, assign tasks, and ensure adequate staffing during peak times.
• Maintain cash handling accuracy, inventory, and vendor relations; ensure safety and cleanliness standards.

Skills

Effective leadership

Verbal and written communication

Guest service

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field

Job description

Who We are:Born in a humble shed on the back-forty of the family vineyard, Firestone Walker is a California beer company like no other – founded by two brothers-in-law who simply wanted to make the perfect beer. Now a regional craft brewery, our singular purpose remains – to craft the world’s best beers. Passionately in pursuit of the perfect beer… and never satisfied.Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:Under the direction of the General Manager, the Assistant Manager assists with overseeing and coordinating the planning, organizing, training and leadership necessary to achieve stated objectives in sales, costs, employee retention, guest service and satisfaction, food quality, cleanliness, and sanitation.Recommend wage increases and promotions for all personnelEvaluate personnel’s efficiency and productivityComplete performance evaluations for staffManage employee-related issues and utilize appropriate corrective actionPlan employees’ work schedules and assign work as required by anticipated business activityDetermine work techniques, supplies, machinery to tools to be used by staffControl the flow and distribution of merchandise, materials, and suppliesEnsure the safety of employees and propertyEnforce company policies and proceduresPrepare departmental budgetsAssume overall responsibility for all aspects of the department.Order merchandise and beer for the taproom to and ensure all product received is right count and conditionGive advice and suggestions to the General Manager as neededComply and enforce all federal, state, and city regulations that pertain to the restaurant including health & safetyEnsure all patrons feel welcome and are given responsive, friendly, and courteous customer serviceWork with kitchen management to ensure that all food and products are consistently prepared and served according to the restaurant’s recipes, portioning, cooking, and serving standardsExecute administrative and HR documentation in an organized and timely mannerVerify that equipment and property is kept clean and in good condition through inspections and preventative maintenance programsAdminister cash and receipts by adhering to cash handling and reconciliation proceduresFill in where needed to ensure efficient operations and guest service standards are metOther duties as assignedSupervisory Responsibilities:Direct responsibility for all FOH staff and supervise BOH staffHandle onboarding and terminations of all employeesTrain and develop personnel and ensure any required certifications or trainings are completedHigh School Diploma or EquivalentBachelor’s degree in business or related field a plusExperience level3-5 years of prior restaurant management experienceMust be 21 years of age or olderAbility to effectively communicate verbally and in writingAbility to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusionsKnowledge of profit and loss, budgeting, sales goals, and forecastingRequired to stand, walk, use hands to handle or feelReach with hands and arms; bend or stoop; and talk or hearMust be able to work in a standing position for long periods of timeMust be able to frequently lift up to 50 pounds with assistanceExposed to varying levels of noise and temperatures indoors and outdoorsWhat Firestone Walker Offers:Health Insurance 100% employer paid premiums for employee medical, dental, vision, & life insuranceFlexible Savings Account (FSA)Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Company sponsored paid parental leavePaid Sick Leave401(k) retirement plan including company paid profit sharing & 4% safe-harbor matchingAccrued PTO (rate of 13 days per year)10 paid holidays per yearEmployee discount of 50% off food, beer, and merchandisePeriodic beer giveaways for employees 21+The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.Firestone Walker is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on any protected class.