Bar Manager

Reports to: General Manager
Direct Reports: Shift Leads, Bartenders, Vendors Status:
Full-Time Compensation: $68,000-$73,000 + 2 weeks PTO
Schedule: Minimum 40 hours/week, including evenings, weekends, and additional hours as needed to meet business needs

Benny Boy Brewing was founded in 2022 by husband-and-wife team Chelsey Rosetter and Benny Farber with the mission to create Los Angeles’ ultimate outdoor drinking destination: an urban Backyard where craft beer, cider and wine lovers unite through community-driven experiences. Located in historic Lincoln Heights, minutes from downtown Los Angeles, Benny Boy Brewing is LA’s first combined brewery and cidery and home to the city’s only Tank Bar. Beyond its 15-barrel production brewery and dedicated cider house, the spacious beer garden has become a vibrant hub for immersive programming, from pop-up food vendors and themed watch parties to live music, cultural celebrations, and multi-day festivals. Following Old World traditions, Benny Boy Brewing produces world-class beer and dry California cider with quality ingredients straight from the farm, less processing, and zero filtering. 

Role Overview The Taproom Manager oversees daily taproom operations, leads and develops the taproom team, and implements systems to improve efficiency and guest experience. This role collaborates cross-functionally with Marketing, Production, Distribution, and Leadership to align taproom execution with company strategy.

Personal Attributes
● Servant-leader with an ownership mindset
● Positive, team-oriented, and hands-on
● Empathetic and socially adept
● Adaptable across diverse environments
● Detail-oriented with operational awareness
● Committed to continuous learning and improvement
● Honest, transparent, and accountable
● Knowledgeable about brewing and draft systems
● Experienced in craft beer and cider service
● Physically able to stand 8–10 hours and lift 35 lb. cases and 165 lb. kegs (with assistance) Required Experience
● 5+ years in hospitality, including 2+ years in bar or taproom management
● Strong knowledge of craft beverages and draft systems
● Experience with financial reporting, labor optimization, and cash handling
● Proficient in POS systems, spreadsheets, and inventory tracking
● Vocational training in business, bartending, mixology, or culinary arts a plus
● Familiarity with basic accounting, personnel management, and marketing
● Required licenses and certifications for alcohol service
● Understanding of local/state alcohol and health code regulations Responsibilities Operational Management
● Lead day-to-day taproom operations
● Oversee opening/closing duties and assist behind the bar as needed
● Provide breaks, resolve conflicts, and maintain a safe, welcoming environment
● Coordinate with food vendors and live entertainment for day of setup and execution
● Maintain taproom ambiance (cleanliness, lighting, sound, temperature)
● Oversee AV equipment setup, troubleshooting, and maintenance for live music, events, and daily service
● Train staff on basic AV equipment use and coordinate with external vendors for technical support as needed
● Monitoring & maintaining taproom equipment in collaboration with leadership
● Manage cash/credit tips logs, deposits, bank runs
● Maintaining clean office environment Bookings & Event Execution
● Support internal events, including execution of layouts and Run of Show documents
● Manage reservation software and client communication
● Oversee private event execution via the BEO, including private vendor coordination

Administrative Duties
● Collaborate with leadership and marketing on event execution and taproom strategy
● Prepare staff schedules (Minimum 2 weeks out), manage time-off requests, call-outs, & timecards
● Update menus (physical and digital), create POS buttons for new products
● Oversee e-commerce fulfillment (Pick-up, shipping, etc.)
● Organize pickup orders and send reminders as needed
● Run and analyze Square reports for sales and operational insights
● Monitor retail performance and assist with merchandise inventory, ordering, and display refresh
● Send weekly taproom recaps to Leadership
● Book daily food vendors, enroll new food vendors, & coordinate service
● Notify weekend vendors of reservation volumes Team Leadership
● Conduct in-person and PDF pre-shifts to align team on daily goals
● Uphold policies and lead regular training sessions
● Document and standardize SOPs in coordination with leadership
● Foster morale through regular check-ins and transparent communication
● Maintain team engagement via messenger app
● Develop staff incentive program & encourage ways to increase sales
● Work on the floor, build relationships with the team and customers, and create brand affinity
● Conduct monthly one‑on‑one check‑ins with all team members and manage disciplinary actions in alignment with company policies

Special Requirements
● Must obtain Cicerone Level 1 Beer Server and ACA Level 1 Cider Guide certifications within 3 months (paid by Benny Boy)
● Ability to move 165 lb. kegs with dollies
● Moderate mental and visual attention required for manual work and operational adjustments Environmental Conditions
● The employee is subject to inside and/or outside environmental conditions.
● At times employees will need to work in refrigerated areas such as walk in coolers
● Employees will need to work around crowds and be able to deal with challenging situations involving people and their behaviors in a responsible, yet friendly manner.

Disclaimer
All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor. The company reserves the right to add to or revise an employee's job duties at any time at its sole discretion. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship.