Assistant General Manager

Front-of-House

Start date: Immediately

 

BENDT Distilling Co. is seeking an Assistant General Manager to support all aspects of the front-of-house customer experience. 

The ideal candidate should possess the following profile:

  • Has a heart for hospitality 

  • Upholds the highest level of customer service standards

  • Is driven by a desire to ensure that the customer experience is personal, memorable and enjoyable

  • Has excellent communication skills, both written and verbal - is both polite and articulate

  • Is a natural multi-tasker

  • Has a hands-on approach to motivating, training, and developing staff

  • Is ethical, approachable, and takes direction well

  • Has an extremely positive attitude with an optimistic outlook that inspires others

  • Is outgoing, approachable and goes out of their way to communicate with people

Work experience & background:

  • Minimum 2 years experience in restaurant management, with a minimum of 1 year experience as a trainer/shift lead

  • Bachelor’s degree or work experience equivalent

  • Past experience in all areas of bar/restaurant operations, including food preparation, bartending and serving

  • Proven track record of excellent customer service in the hospitality or service industry

  • Knowledge of/passion for local spirits, beer, wine or the food scene in DFW a plus!

Main responsibilities:

  • Assist General Manager in all areas of FOH operations including, but not limited to food preparation, bartending, serving, and retail sales

  • Open and/or close front-of-house on given days

  • Supervise a team of bartenders, servers, food prep/runners and retail/tour staff

  • Handle employee and customer issues courteously and professionally as needed

  • Report directly to front-of-house GM

  • Maintain a clean, organized and visually appealing bar and retail space at all times

  • Keep accurate inventory and assist GM with procurement as needed

Other requirements:

  • Must be 21+, fully vaccinated (including Covid-19) and able to pass a background check

  • Ability to lift up to 75 lbs and stand/sit/walk for extended periods (up to 12 hrs)

  • Full availability including weekends and holidays

  • Reliable transportation

What Bendt Distilling Co. can offer you:

  • The opportunity to work in a fun and fast-growing team within the distilled spirits industry

  • Full-time, salaried position

  • Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance

  • 401k with company match options after 1 yr of full-time employment

  • Reliable schedule with no overly late nights

  • Paid time off + paid major holidays

  • Employee Discount 

  • Monthly stipend to use in our retail area

If you believe that you are a good fit for this position, please submit your resume and cover letter.

  • Include availability with your resume.

  • Please review this site to familiarize yourself with BENDT Distilling Co. before the interview: www.bendtdistillingco.com

Job Type: Full-time

Compensation: $36,000 with required credentials and experience