At Russian River Brewing Company, we're passionate about brewing World Class Beer and creating exceptional experiences for our guests. We're looking for an experienced people-focused General Manager to lead the team at our Santa Rosa Pub. This position will oversee daily operations, develop an outstanding team, and ensure every guest enjoys the high level of hospitality and quality RRBC is known for.
As the General Manager, you'll oversee all aspects of the Santa Rosa Pub while fostering a positive, safe, and accountable workplace. You'll lead by example, support your team, and ensure excellence across every area of the business.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead, coach, and develops the chef, FOH and BOH and staff.
Interview, hire, onboard, and train new employees.
Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, professionalism, and exceptional customer service.
Oversee daily Pub operations to ensure a welcoming, clean, safe, and comfortable environment for guests and employees.
Conduct daily shift meetings and lead regular supervisor and management meetings.
Monitor service standards, food quality, and beer quality to ensure an exceptional guest experience.
Control and manage labor costs, scheduling, payroll approvals, and meal and rest break compliance.
Monitor and control operating expenses, inventory, food and beverage costs, and overall profitability while working within budget.
Order beer, merchandise, NA beverages, wine and other operating supplies to maintain appropriate inventory levels.
Ensure opening and closing procedures are consistently followed and preformed in a timely manner.
Maintain compliance with all federal, state, and local health, safety, labor, and alcohol service regulations.
Oversee facility maintenance, cleanliness, and appearance, including the gift shop, public areas, and outdoor spaces in a timely manner.
Respond promptly to administrative responsibilities, including emails, reports, and interdepartmental requests.
Handle company funds and employee tips responsibly and ethically.
Enforce company policies and promote a positive, respectful workplace culture.
All other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This position manages pub staff, managers, Chef and operations.
Qualifications
Payroll experience.
Bilingual skills.
Passion for hospitality, craft beer, and building high-performing teams.
Requirements
Minimum of 3 years of people management experience.
Minimum of 5 years of restaurant or hospitality management experience.
Must be 21 years of age or older.
Bachelor's degree in Restaurant Management or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills.
Excellent communication, organizational, and time management abilities.
Exceptional customer service and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail.
Working knowledge of restaurant operations, inventory management, budgeting, scheduling, and labor compliance.
Knowledge of California alcohol service laws and restaurant health and safety regulations.
Experience with restaurant point-of-sale systems (Toast preferred).
Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Suite, and scheduling software.
Physical Demands & Working Conditions
Restaurant managers navigate a physically demanding and fast-paced work environment, characterized by continuous movement, communication, and multitasking, requiring strong leadership, organizational skills, and adaptability to varying working conditions.
Benefits
401(k) matching
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Health insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
Life insurance
Several voluntary plans and brewery perks!
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. RRBC utilizes e-verify.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Numbers & Facts
Location
Santa Rosa, CA
Salary
$80,000 Per Year
Skills
Administrative Skillsunmatched
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Brewingunmatched
Budget Managementunmatched
Budgetingunmatched
Coachingunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Cook Dishesunmatched
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Cost Controlunmatched
Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
Detail Orientedunmatched
Employee Assistance Planunmatched
Facilities Managementunmatched
Facilities and Maintenanceunmatched
Food Qualityunmatched
Food and Beverage Industryunmatched
Health Insuranceunmatched
Inventory Levelsunmatched
Inventory Managementunmatched
Leadershipunmatched
Maintain Complianceunmatched
Microsoft Product Familyunmatched
Multilingualunmatched
Multitaskingunmatched
Operational Expenditure (OPEX)unmatched
Operationsunmatched
Operations Managementunmatched
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Physical Demandsunmatched
Point of Sale (POS) Systemsunmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
Profit & Lossunmatched
Regulationsunmatched
Restaurantunmatched
Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
Team Buildingunmatched
Team Lead/Managerunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
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