Young Blood Beer Company is looking for an Assistant Front-of-House Manager to join our team at our DeForest taproom.
Wage Range: This is a tipped position that pays $17/hr plus tips when MOD and $25/hr for administrative work. Our bartenders average between $30 and $60 per hour in addition to their hourly wage.
Overview
The Assistant Front of House Manager is the heartbeat of the Young Blood Bee Co's taproom. This role owns the guest experience, leads a high-performing front-of-house team, and drives strong financial results while bringing the Young Blood vibe to life every day. We are seeking a visible, hands-on leader who thrives on the floor, sets the standard for hospitality, and builds systems that keep the taproom running smoothly, efficiently, and profitably. This position will not always be MOD, and when they are not, they will be filling either a bartending or running position.
Guest Experience & Service
- Set the tone for an energetic, welcoming, and memorable taproom experience.
- Maintain a consistent presence on the floor, leading service and supporting the team during daily operations, events, and high-volume shifts.
- Uphold quality, consistency, and hospitality standards across beer, food, service, and environment.
- Step behind the bar or onto the floor as needed to ensure smooth service.
- Address guest feedback and concerns with professionalism, turning issues into positive experiences.
- Ensure menus, signage, and pricing are accurate, current, and on-brand.
- Partner with leadership on promotions, events, and community activations.
Operations, Finance & Compliance
- Foster a culture of accountability, organization, and strong financial performance.
- Oversee cash handling procedures, including drawers, deposits, tip distribution, and petty cash.
- Assist in quarterly inventory counts.
- Maintain and enforce SOPs to ensure consistency and scalability.
- Ensure POS systems are accurate, optimized, and effective for reporting, labor, and inventory.
- Maintain full compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Own sanitation, safety, cleanliness, and organization standards across the taproom.
- Build and maintain a positive, inclusive, and high-energy workplace.
- Lead FOH training
- Create and maintain systems for ongoing training, cross-training, and performance development.
- Coach, mentor, and hold team members accountable while celebrating wins and addressing issues directly.
Qualifications & Skills
- 1+ years of management or senior leadership experience in a high-volume bar, brewery, or hospitality environment.
- Proven ability to lead teams
- Strong understanding of bar operations, beer service, and guest-focused hospitality.
- Hands-on experience with POS and inventory management systems.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Calm, decisive, and solutions-oriented in fast-paced environments.
- Flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and special events.
- Passion for craft beer and creating memorable guest experiences.
- Reliable transportation
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Real ownership over the taproom, no micromanagement.
- A fast-growing brewery with room for career growth.
- Leadership that values your ideas and trusts your judgment.
- A brand with strong energy, creativity, and community roots.
- A hands-on leadership role where you’re part of the action.
- A team-first culture that still expects excellence.
Reporting Structure
- Reports to: General Manager
- Direct Reports: Front-of-House Staff
Schedule & Availability
- Expected average of 40 hours per week, with seasonal and event-driven fluctuations.
- Required to take at least 8 days off per 30-day period to support long-term sustainability.
Compensation & Benefits
- Administrative duties earn $25/hr with no tips
- MOD shifts earn $17/hr + tips.
- This position will also be scheduled as a lead bartender and runner, and while in those positions, will earn $12/hr +tips.
- Two weeks paid time off (80 hours annually)
- Employer-contributed Medical, Dental, Vision, and Short- & Long-Term Disability insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Voluntary Life & AD&D insurance available
- Six paid holidays annually
Pay: $25.00 - $60.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- bar management: 1 year (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- DeForest, WI 53532 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
