Assistant Restaurant Manager

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Now Hiring: Assistant Restaurant Manager | Harpoon Brewery Windsor, VT

Barrel One Collective (B1C) is growing, and were excited to bring on an Assistant Restaurant Manager to help lead our hospitality operations at Harpoon Brewerys Taproom & Beer Garden in Windsor, Vermont. If youre passionate about craft beer, great food, and creating welcoming guest experiences in beautiful spaces, this might be the perfect next move for you.

Were looking for a hands-on, high-energy leader with experience running front-of-house operations in a busy restaurant or taproom setting. You understand what it takes to deliver consistent, high-quality service, especially in a seasonal environment, and you know how to lead and motivate a team to bring their best every day. Youre solutions-minded, comfortable wearing many hats, and genuinely excited about building something with heart and hospitality at its core.

Team Leadership & Culture

• Recruit, hire, and onboard FOH team members

• Train staff on food, beverage, and service standards

• Manage scheduling and labor while staying within budget

• Coach and support staff performance and morale

• Foster a collaborative and inclusive environment where people enjoy showing up to work

Operations & Administration

• Ensure all B1C and Harpoon SOPs are followed

• Assist with inventory, retail coordination, and merchandising

• Open and close the restaurant, ensuring smooth daily operations

• Support ordering, receiving, and processing of product

• Work with the GM on financial documentation, inventory counts, and reporting

• Contribute to event support and volume planning during peak seasons

Guest Experience

• Lead by example and maintain high guest service standards

• Be a visible, engaging leader on the floor

• Resolve guest issues with professionalism and care

• Promote beer knowledge and create memorable experiences

• Represent the Harpoon and B1C brands with pride and authenticity

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Maintain ServSafe and liquor certifications

• Ensure the team is trained on food safety and compliance protocols

• Promote a clean, safe, and organized environment for both guests and staff

• 2+ years of experience in restaurant, brewery, or bar management

• Strong leadership and communication skills

• Familiarity with POS systems and restaurant operations

• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments

• Passion for hospitality, community, and craft beer

• Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and evenings as needed

• Physical ability to lift up to 65 lbs and be on your feet for long shifts

Barrel One Collective is a growing network of craft breweries, taprooms, and experiences rooted in community and hospitality. We believe in great beer, great service, and great people. At Harpoon Brewery in Windsor, youll be part of a team that values authenticity, teamwork, and the joy of creating something special together. We offer a supportive, growth-minded environment where your contributions make a difference.

Ready to lead something exciting in the heart of Vermont? Apply now and join us at Harpoon Windsor.