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BAR MANAGER (FULL-TIME)

We are hiring a Full-Time Bar Manager to run our bustling West Seattle Taproom. We are looking for an enthusiastic, hard-working and driven individual to play a pivotal role in running day-to-day operations of the business. The ideal candidate is looking for a long-term full-time position, is passionate about craft beer AND is extremely detailed-oriented, personable, excels at multi-tasking and willing to continuously go above and beyond.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • MUST be available to work 40 hours a week, Tues-Saturday (flexible with days as needed)

  • Must have a positive attitude with a willingness to pitch in wherever needed

  • Must be extremely detail-oriented and CARE about the details

  • Be comfortable working independently and have a friendly, personable and courteous personality

  • Must LOVE BEER and have a passion for local breweries like we do!

  • Physically capable of being on your feet for long periods of time and going up/down stairs

  • Must be solution oriented and willing to do ALL aspects of the job and adapt as things change

  • Experience pouring beer and managing a team a plus, but not required

  • Experience using various technology systems or a willingness to learn
    (mac, square, photoshop, google docs..etc)

  • Strong preference for local candidates who live in West Seattle

  • Valid food handlers card and MAST required within 90 days of employment

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

This person will be managing every aspect of day-to-day taproom operations, leading and managing a small team by example, bartend, maintain overall cleanliness and functionality of the space and ensure the efficient operations of the business. What does this mean? Be prepared to DO IT ALL in this role:

  • Manage small team of beertenders; lead/coordinate meetings; manage schedules

  • Inventory Management, stocking/receiving/ordering

  • Responsible for maintaining property cleanliness, repairs and dealing with issues as they arise

  • Working closely with Ownership to relay information and communicate business needs/issues

  • Identify issues or areas of improvement and fix them

  • Bi-weekly Line Cleaning

  • Take pics/videos for social media content; formulate social content ideas

  • Help coordinate taproom events as needed; Concept event/traffic driving ideas

  • Serve customers (communicate taplist, know regular customers, take orders, work register, pour beer...etc)

  • Manage taplist (tap new kegs, keep menu board up to date, update taps & pos…etc)

  • Cleaning (lots of cleaning!!! everything from dishes & tables to trash, floors, taps & toilets)

  • Open/Closing Setup/Teardown (everything needed to open and close business)

  • Provide excellent customer experience (interact with repeat & new customers, provide excellent customer service, make sure taproom experience is perfect at all times…etc)

  • And More!  We are a small ever-changing business so be ready to adapt, take on more/less and shift gears constantly! 

A LITTLE MORE OF WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

- Beer Knowledge: (you don't have to know everything...just love beer and be willing to learn.)

- Personality:  a must-have.  Be prepared to engage with customers, get to know them and showcase your personality and excitement for Ounces, West Seattle & local beer.

- Attention to detail:  must be extremely detail-oriented and able to multi-task.  (Ie: You will be responsible for ensuring every little detail is in place and that others are paying attention to the details too! We want to find someone who cares about the little stuff like we do!)

- Passion & willingness to go above and beyond:  Do you put care into everything you do?  Is it important to you to make sure each customer feels like they get the best experience possible?  Do you see a piece of trash in the parking lot and go pick it up?  Do you get excited about a new beer that just came on tap? We care about this stuff and we want someone who genuinely cares about this stuff too and will put the extra effort into our small business.

- Someone who can be an extension of ownership:  Be prepared to work closely with ownership.  We’re very involved and have high expectations — and are looking for this person to carry on the energy, vibe and experience of what we’ve already created.  You will be working alone for the most part, but need to be able to portray these traits in your own way.

- Long term interest:  We want someone who is committed and plans to stick around for awhile.

- Live in West Seattle? Bonus Points! We’re all locals, and would love to keep it in the West Seattle family!

POSITION DETAILS:

This is a full time position, 40hrs per week, working Tuesday thru Saturday. 

General Schedule:

Tues: 3-10pm*
Weds: 3-10pm*
Thurs: 1-10pm*
Fri: 2-11pm*
Sat: 11am-6pm*

*Note: Hours may shift seasonally or with business need.
Hours Shift for line cleaning every 3 weeks; Some Sundays required. 

$80k-$90k+ Annual DOE (Optional for salaried or hourly + gratuity)

Paid Holidays & PTO

Free Beer & Merch

TO APPLY:

Tell us about yourself!  To apply, send the following to contact@ounceswestseattle.com

1) Your Resume

2) A brief paragraph or two about your qualifications and why this job would be a good fit for you AND

3) Answers to the following questions

* applications without all 3 of the above will not be considered.

QUESTIONS TO INCLUDE WITH APPLICATION:

1. Are you available to work 40hrs a week, schedule as listed above? These times could shift seasonally and every 3 weeks with line cleaning. Are you flexible to adapt with the schedule?

2. What qualifications do you have for this role?

3. Do you live in West Seattle? What are your fav places to frequent?

4. Do you have any vacation plans in the upcoming year?

5. Why are you interested in this role?

6. What makes you a good fit for the role?

7. In addition to management responsibilities, a significant portion of this role involves beertending, cleaning, tidying, doing dishes, changing kegs and supporting the overall needs of the taproom. Are you ok with this? Please elaborate on your willingness to contribute in all areas of the job.

8. How long would you plan to stay in this role? What are your long-term plans?

9. Share your excitement for Beer with us! What styles do you like or dislike?

10. When are you available to start? (Ideally this position starts mid-to-late February)

11. Name your top 3 breweries in Washington State. Tell us what you like about each.

12. On a scale of 1 to 10, how much do you know about beer?

13. Are you detail-oriented? Rate yourself on a scale of 1 to 10. Give me an example of a time you were super detail oriented?

14. What does “customer experience” mean to you.

15. Give an example of a time when you had to manage multiple things at once.

16. Why do you want this role?

17. What makes you the best candidate?

 
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