General Manager

Fieldwork Brewing Co.; Santa Rosa (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

Paid time off

Employee food and beer perks

Job summary

Fieldwork Brewing Company is seeking an experienced General Manager to lead operations in Santa Rosa (Montgomery Village). This hands‑on role covers front‑of‑house, back‑of‑house, and beer program, driving a tight operation and owning the location's P&L.

We value a structured, accountable leader who can build strong teams, ensure safety compliance, and represent Fieldwork to the local community. 21+, CA Food Manager Certification and RBS are required or obtainable upon hire.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of general management or multi‑role leadership in hospitality (brewery or high‑volume restaurant preferred).
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and retain teams across front‑ and back‑of‑house.
• Strong understanding of P&L management, labor cost controls, and food/beverage cost control.
• Hands‑on leadership style; able to work any station and lead by example.
• California health codes knowledge and food safety practices.
• Spanish speaking is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Own day‑to‑day operations across front‑of‑house, back‑of‑house, and beer program; ensure consistency and Fieldwork standards.
• Hire, train, coach, and develop a team of shift leads, servers, bartenders, and kitchen staff.
• Manage labor, cost controls, and overall P&L performance for the location.
• Maintain health, safety, ABC compliance, and sanitation logs and documentation.
• Set operating rhythm: scheduling, inventory, ordering, and vendor relationships.
• Collaborate with Director of Operations on labor forecasting and financial targets.
• Ensure recipe adherence, pour standards, and guest experience consistency across shifts.
• Conduct performance reviews and coaching as needed.
• Troubleshoot facilities and coordinate repairs with vendors.
• Lead special events, private bookings, and location initiatives; be the primary contact for the site.

Skills

General management

P&L management

Team leadership

Labor cost control

Health codes knowledge

Spanish-speaking

Job description

General Manager
Fieldwork Brewing Company – Santa Rosa (Montgomery Village)

Location: Santa Rosa, CA (Montgomery Village)
Compensation: $80,000 – $90,000 annually (DOE) + Quarterly Bonus Potential
Employment Type: Full-Time, Salaried (Exempt)
Experience Level: Senior Management

Join Our Team at Fieldwork Brewing Company – Santa Rosa

Fieldwork Brewing Company is seeking an experienced General Manager to lead all operations at our Santa Rosa location in Montgomery Village. This is a hands‑on leadership role for someone who thrives in a high‑volume, guest‑focused environment and takes pride in building strong teams, running a tight operation, and owning the full P&L for the location.

Our Santa Rosa location is a vibrant neighborhood gathering spot, serving handcrafted Neapolitan and Detroit‑style pizzas, fresh salads, and shareable small plates, paired with our award‑winning craft beers and curated non‑alcoholic offerings. We’re looking for a General Manager who brings structure, accountability, and positive leadership across the entire taproom while representing Fieldwork’s standards to the community we serve.

What You’ll Do

• Own full day‑to‑day operations across front‑of‑house, back‑of‑house, and the beer program, ensuring consistency, cleanliness, and execution at Fieldwork standards
• Hire, train, coach, and develop a team of shift leads, servers, bartenders, and kitchen staff through clear expectations and active leadership
• Manage labor, food and beverage cost controls, and overall P&L performance for the location
• Maintain full compliance with health, safety, alcohol service (ABC), and sanitation standards, including required logs and documentation
• Set and lead the location’s operating rhythm: scheduling, inventory, ordering, and vendor relationships
• Partner with the Director of Operations and Regional Kitchen Manager on labor forecasting, financial targets, and cross‑location initiatives
• Ensure recipe adherence, pour standards, and guest experience consistency across shifts
• Conduct performance check‑ins, evaluations, and corrective coaching as needed
• Troubleshoot facilities and equipment issues and coordinate repairs with vendors
• Lead special events, private bookings, and brewery‑wide initiatives at the Santa Rosa location
• Serve as the primary point of contact for the location, representing Fieldwork to guests, vendors, and the local community

What We’re Looking For

• 4+ years of general management or multi‑role leadership experience in hospitality (brewery or high‑volume restaurant preferred)
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and retain teams across front‑of‑house and back‑of‑house
• Strong understanding of P&L management, labor cost, and food/beverage cost control
• Hands‑on leadership style — comfortable working any station and leading by example
• Organized, detail‑oriented, and operationally minded
• Solid knowledge of food safety, alcohol service compliance, and California health codes
• Valid California Food Manager Certification and RBS (Responsible Beverage Service) certification (or ability to obtain upon hire)
• Must be 21+ and authorized to work in the U.S.
• Spanish‑speaking a plus

Why Fieldwork

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Health and dental benefits (once eligible)
• Paid time off and holidays
• Employee food and beer perks
• Supportive leadership team and clear operational systems
• Opportunity to grow with one of Northern California’s most respected craft breweries