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Black Draft Distillery
General Manager - Distillery
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What they do
A Restaurant or Food Service Manager oversees daily operations at a restaurant or an institution that serves meals such as a college or hospital. Hires, trains and supervises food service workers, manages meal and work schedules, supervises supply orders, food preparation and the quality of food and service, and monitors compliance with health regulations.
$53,537 / year median in West Virginia
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Black Draft Family Farm & Distillery | Martinsburg, WV We're looking for an experienced, professional General Manager to lead our growing team at Black Draft Family Farm & Distillery. This is more than just a bar management position. We're a working farm, craft distillery, live music venue, event destination, and growing agritourism business. We're looking for a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys solving problems, and is excited to help grow our business. What We're Looking For The ideal candidate is: Organized and detail-oriented Calm under pressure with excellent problem-solving skills Professional, optimistic, and adaptable A strong team leader and communicator Personable with both guests and staff Open-minded and ready to help grow the business Comfortable making decisions while following ownership's vision and direction Preferred Qualifications Minimum of 5 years of corporate hospitality or business management experience Hospitality or Business Management degree preferred Knowledge of Federal and State liquor laws Experience managing high-volume hospitality operations Experience leading teams of 40+ employees Required Skills Google Workspace proficiency (Docs, Sheets, Drive, Calendar, Gmail) QuickBooks experience Clover POS experience Comfortable troubleshooting everyday technology, including POS systems, TVs, printers, internet-connected devices, and basic computer issues Excellent scheduling, organizational, and communication skills Physical Requirements Must be able to lift 30-50 lbs. consistently Reliable transportation required Must pass a background check and drug screening Primary Responsibilities Open and close daily operations Maintain full inventory control and ordering Create and manage staff schedules Supervise, coach, hire, and when necessary, terminate employees Lead a team of approximately 40 employees with continued growth expected Handle customer concerns professionally and de-escalate difficult situations Support food truck and vendor coordination Answer incoming customer calls and operational inquiries Ensure compliance with company policies and West Virginia liquor laws Execute the owners' vision while maintaining exceptional guest experiences Assist with daily operations across the farm, distillery, bar, restaurant, events, and music venue Position Details Full-time Five-day work week Competitive pay based on experience If you're a hands-on leader who enjoys building teams, creating great guest experiences, and helping grow a unique destination, we'd love to hear from you. Please send your resume and cover letter to: blackdraftjobs@gmail.com