Brauhaus General Manager

The Olde Mecklenburg Brewery, LLC; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Beer Stipend

Employee Discount

Growth

Job summary

The Olde Mecklenburg Brewery (OMB) is seeking a General Manager to lead OMB Riverview at Mount Holly, opening Fall 2026. This hands-on leadership role requires building leaders, delivering an outstanding guest experience, and upholding OMB’s standards.

You will spend time with LoSo and Ballantyne teams before opening, recruit and develop the founding leadership team, and oversee operations, labor, and compliance to ensure quality beer, food, and service.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive leadership experience in high-volume restaurant, hospitality, or biergarten operations.
• Proven track record of building, coaching, and retaining strong management teams.
• Deep operational fluency – labor, scheduling, P&L, inventory, and cost controls.
• Working knowledge of NC ABC regulations, food safety standards, and applicable health codes.
• Exceptional communication, presence, and judgment under pressure.
• Genuine passion for craft beer, food, and hospitality – and a commitment to OMB's standard of quality.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as the business requires.

Responsibilities

• Launch OMB Riverview – pre-opening readiness, hiring, training, vendor setup, operating standards.
• Recruit and develop the founding leadership team, instilling OMB’s culture and standards.
• Partner with senior leadership on opening timeline, licensing, and launch execution.
• Set the tone and standard for leadership, hospitality, and professionalism.
• Serve as a visible, engaged leader on the floor, supporting the team.
• Inspire accountability, pride, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure warm, welcoming guest interactions across all venues.
• Oversee daily operations, align teams, and ensure compliance with health, safety, and ABC regulations.
• Manage labor, scheduling, and operating costs; use data to drive decisions.
• Plan, execute, and participate in special events and growth initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Communication

Guest experience

Operational excellence

Strategic leadership

Flexibility

Job description

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General Manager – OMB Riverview (Mount Holly, NC) – Full Time – Salaried

ABOUT OMB

The Olde Mecklenburg Brewery (OMB) is a celebrated craft brewery based in Charlotte, North Carolina, known for its unwavering commitment to quality, authenticity, and hospitality. Founded in 2009, OMB brews its beers in accordance with German Purity Law (Reinheitsgebot of 1516), using only water, barley, hops, and yeast. OMB currently operates two hospitality‑driven brewery destinations: the flagship location in Charlotte’s Lower South End (LoSo) with a full‑service restaurant, brewery, and expansive biergarten, and a second location in Ballantyne opened in June 2024. Construction of OMB Riverview at Mount Holly, scheduled to open in Fall 2026, is underway.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Olde Mecklenburg Brewery is seeking an exceptional General Manager to lead OMB Riverview at Mount Holly, our third Brauhaus & Biergarten, opening Fall 2026. This role is ideal for a hospitality leader who sets the standard, inspires teams, and takes pride in delivering an outstanding guest experience every single day.

THE ROLE AT A GLANCE

The General Manager serves as both the operational leader and cultural ambassador of OMB. You will build great leaders, foster a best‑in‑class hospitality culture, and ensure that every guest interaction reflects OMB’s commitment to quality, tradition, and service. This is a hands‑on leadership role for someone driven to be the best — who leads from the front and holds themselves and their team to the highest standards. The General Manager will join OMB no later than September 1, 2026, and spend the weeks before opening working alongside our leadership teams at LoSo and Ballantyne — including throughout our Mecktoberfest celebrations — before leading the opening of Riverview.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Launch OMB Riverview

• Own pre‑opening readiness – hiring, training, vendor and systems setup, and operating standards.
• Recruit and develop the founding leadership team, instilling OMB’s culture and standards from day one.
• Partner with senior leadership on the opening timeline, licensing, and launch execution.

Lead with Purpose and Presence

• Set the tone and standard for leadership, hospitality, and professionalism throughout the organization.
• Serve as a visible, engaged leader who is regularly on the floor, connecting with guests and supporting the team.
• Inspire a culture of accountability, pride, and continuous improvement.

Create an Exceptional Guest Experience

• Ensure every guest receives warm, welcoming, and consistent hospitality.
• Champion service excellence across the restaurant, biergarten, and tasting room.
• Uphold the quality, presentation, and authenticity of OMB's food and beer at all times.

Build and Develop Great Teams

• Recruit, hire, onboard, train, and develop a strong leadership team and staff at all levels.
• Coach and mentor managers, helping them grow as leaders and decision‑makers.
• Foster a positive, respectful, and inclusive workplace culture aligned with OMB’s core values.

Operational Excellence

• Oversee daily operations to ensure smooth, efficient, and safe service.
• Align front‑of‑house, back‑of‑house, and support teams to deliver a seamless experience.
• Maintain strict compliance with health, safety, and ABC regulations.

Stewardship and Responsibility

• Manage labor, scheduling, and operating costs responsibly and thoughtfully.
• Use data and observation to guide decisions that improve efficiency, quality, and consistency.
• Partner with senior leadership on planning, special events, and continuous improvement initiatives.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 8+ years of progressive leadership experience in high‑volume restaurant, hospitality, or biergarten operations.
• Proven track record of building, coaching, and retaining strong management teams.
• Deep operational fluency – labor, scheduling, P&L, inventory, and cost controls.
• Working knowledge of NC ABC regulations, food safety standards, and applicable health codes.
• Exceptional communication, presence, and judgment under pressure.
• Genuine passion for craft beer, food, and hospitality – and a commitment to OMB's standard of quality.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as the business requires.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

Compensation

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience.

Performance Bonus

Annual performance‑based bonus opportunity.

Health Coverage

Medical, dental, and vision coverage.

401(k)

Retirement plan with company match.

Paid Time Off

Generous PTO and paid holidays.

Beer Stipend

Free beer stipend for OMB staff.

Employee Discount

Discount on food, merchandise, and beer.

Growth

A founding leadership seat at OMB’s third location – with more growth ahead.

OMB CORE VALUES

• Dedication to quality, no shortcuts
• Integrity, do the right thing
• Service‑minded
• Point of pride in the community
• Lead, don’t follow
• Team

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

All candidates must pass a pre‑employment / post‑offer background check. OMB participates in E‑Verify for employment verification. OMB is an equal opportunity employer that hires individuals based on job‑related qualifications and abilities.