Restaurant Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Exciting New Opportunity: Restaurant Manager for Harpoon Restaurant and Taproom – Manchester, NH

Are you ready to lead the charge in continuing an exciting restaurant and taproom to life? Barrel One Collective (B1C), a proud operator of highly successful restaurants and taprooms, is searching for an experienced and driven Restaurant Manager to lead the operation of our new Harpoon Restaurant and Taproom in Manchester, NH.

This is more than a management role-it's your chance to shape Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), building and leading a top-notch team, and crafting unforgettable guest experiences that align with B1C's operational excellence and vision.

What Makes This Opportunity Exciting?

• Be a Trailblazer : Collaborate with the team to launch a vibrant new location from the ground up, with full involvement in staffing, SOP creation, and operational leadership.
• Learn from Success : Leverage the expertise and experiences from B1C's thriving locations to build a restaurant and taproom that embodies the best of what we do.
• Leave Your Mark : Lead by example to create a space where great beer meets exceptional service, bringing the Harpoon and B1C brands to life for every guest.

Position Overview

The Restaurant Manager will oversee all aspects of the Manchester location, ensuring service, operational, and financial goals are met or exceeded. This role requires a leader with integrity, a strong work ethic, and a passion for hospitality and craft beer. The ideal candidate will recruit, train, and inspire a team that embodies B1C's mission and culture.

What You'll Do

Leadership & Supervision

• Manage all aspects of the Manchester operation, including seasonal outdoor spaces and events.
• Hire, train, and lead a high-performing team, ensuring adherence to B1C's culture and standards.
• Develop and execute training programs to onboard and continuously educate staff.
• Provide hands-on coaching and foster a supportive, collaborative environment.

Operations & Compliance

• Oversee daily operations, from food and beverage service to private events.
• Maintain compliance with licensing, safety, and sanitation standards.
• Manage vendors, ordering, inventory, and POS systems (Toast expertise preferred).

Strategic Planning & Financial Oversight

• Develop and execute budgets and business plans to achieve financial goals.
• Analyze key metrics and report results to B1C leadership.
• Identify and implement long-term strategies for growth and improvement.

Marketing & Community Engagement

• Lead local marketing efforts, including social media, Google, Untappd, and more, in partnership with the Digital Marketing team.

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of Food & Beverage general management experience, including opening new establishments.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proven expertise in POS systems, cost control, cash management, budgeting, and financial analysis.
• A hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• A passion for craft beer and creating unforgettable guest experiences.

Why Join Barrel One Collective?

At B1C, we're more than a business-we're a community united by a love for great beer, exceptional food, and unforgettable experiences. Joining our team means being part of a collaborative, innovative, and fun-loving group that values every team member's contributions.

This is your opportunity to make your mark on a new chapter in our story. If you're ready to lead with passion and make an impact, we'd love to hear from you!