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Assistant Taproom Manager Reports to: Taproom Manager About Bench Brewing:
Located in the heart of Niagara’s wine country, our farmhouse brewery is located on the site
of the historic Maple Grove Public School in Beamsville, Ontario. Our brewery is a place for
our guests to relax, learn, and experience the craft of brewing beer.
The Bench Brewing Campus sits across eight beautiful acres and will feature a 50hL brewing
system, a tap and tasting room, a beer garden, a ‘funk house’ for our wild ale and barrel
fermentation program, and our very own hops field.
The Role:
Reporting to the Taproom Manager, the Assistant Taproom Manager is accountable for the overall successful operations of the Bench taproom.
This role coordinates the planning, organizing, and training necessary to achieve service objectives, costs, taproom team recruitment and retention, as well as all food and beverage quality, cleanliness and sanitation.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications: If you have the entrepreneurial spirit and are motivated to work in a fast-paced, fun environment with like-minded people who love what they do, we want to hear from you! Please send your resume and cover letter to info@benchbrewing.com Bench
Brewing Company is an equal opportunity employer. We value workplace diversity
and inclusion and are committed to providing employees with a work environment
free from discrimination and harassment. Our hiring decisions are made on the
basis of candidate qualifications, competence, merit and business needs.
Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process
by contacting Human Resources.
Department: Hospitality
Location: Beamsville, Ontario
Job Type: Permanent Part-Time
Team Management and People Development
• Assist in the recruitment and retention of high performing team members
• Assist in the development and coaching of taproom team members
• Conduct team-wide training and development sessions, and providing coaching to all guest-facing team members on service excellence standards.
• Focus on employee engagement, assist in the development of strategies and initiatives to create a fun and engaging work culture and environment, and fostering our “one team, one dream” philosophy.
• Address all potential cultural issue or team member conflicts in a timely, constructive matter, and continually gain employee alignment to the broader Bench vision and strategy.
• Implement new policies, procedures, standards, specifications, guidelines and training programs.
• Ensure proactive and collaborative communication between taproom and kitchen team and our production and operations team.
Taproom Operational Excellence
• Ensure best-in-class standard of service and guest satisfaction. All Bench guests must feel welcome and be given responsive, friendly and courteous service at all times during the pre, during and post visit cycles.
• Ensure taproom team is adhering to opening and closing procedures so that we are effectively doing business as per the set operating hours.
• Respond to complaints and take all appropriate action to turn dissatisfied guests into return guests and ultimate Bench advocates.
• Assist in developing beer list strategies and proactively working with our logistics team on inventory management and beer ordering.
• Oversee daily reconciliation of sales and cash. Control cash and other receipts by following cash handling procedures.
• Oversee all required operational planning and reporting, including staff scheduling and time sheets, and inventory tracking.
• Assist in improving existing and/or developing new inventory count processes and procedures to be reconciled on a monthly basis.
• Serve as the ultimate utility person, filling in wherever needed and/or finding additional coverage support.
The Assistant Taproom Manager must be able to support all roles to ensure guest experience is not affected in case of a scheduling conflicts or issues.
• Abide by all AGCO regulations for pouring & serving alcohol.
• Ensure the restaurant is complying with employment standards, human rights, Health & Safety, pest control, alcohol handling and WHMIS.
• Coordinate all taproom to ensure immaculate facilities, equipment, interior and exterior dinning areas, parking lot and all surrounding grounds at all times.
• Ensure the safety and security of employees and guests at all times.
• A post-secondary degree, ideally in hospitality and/or business-related field
• Minimum 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in a restaurant management or supervisory role
• Extensive knowledge of restaurant operations, food and beverage.
• Smart Serve certification
• Proven track record of leadership and problem solving. Excellent communication. Organizational, and motivation skills are vital.
• Passion for our beer and a thirst for knowledge – desire to constantly be learning about beer styles and brewing processes and being excited to share that knowledge with our customers and consumers. Any level of Prud'Homme or Cicerone beer training would be considered a strong asset.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends and holidays. Proven track record of leadership and problem solving. Excellent communication. Organizational, and motivation skills are vital.
• Strong business and financial acumen – ability to drive operating efficiencies through restaurant key performance indicators
• The drive to win as a team – collaborating cross-functionally to achieve success is what we do here at Bench. Solid understanding of MS Office suite of programs, including Outlook, Teams, Excel, and PowerPoint
• The drive to win as a team – collaborating to achieve success is what we do here at Bench.
• A willingness to lift the occasional keg or case of beer!
Taproom Supervisor Reports to: Taproom Manager About Bench Brewing:
Located in the heart of Niagara’s wine country, our farmhouse brewery is located on the site
of the historic Maple Grove Public School in Beamsville, Ontario. Our brewery is a place for
our guests to relax, learn, and experience the craft of brewing beer.
The Bench Brewing Campus sits across eight beautiful acres and will feature a 50hL brewing
system, a tap and tasting room, a beer garden, a ‘funk house’ for our wild ale and barrel
fermentation program, and our very own hops field.
The Role:
Reporting to the Taproom Manager, the primary role of the Taproom Supervisor is to deliver
an exceptional experience to all brewery guests with authentic and enthusiastic hospitality.
Taproom Supervisor will be a leader in hospitality, performance and knowledge. They will
support the Taproom Servers by overseeing daily operations, leading by example, always
lending a helping had and having a thorough understand of Best Bench Standards.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications: If you have the entrepreneurial spirit and are motivated to work in a fast-paced, fun environment with like-minded people who love what they do, we want to hear from you! Please send your resume and cover letter to info@benchbrewing.com Bench
Brewing Company is an equal opportunity employer. We value workplace diversity
and inclusion and are committed to providing employees with a work environment
free from discrimination and harassment. Our hiring decisions are made on the
basis of candidate qualifications, competence, merit and business needs.
Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process
by contacting Human Resources.
Department: Hospitality
Location: Beamsville, Ontario
Job Type: Permanent Part-Time
• Greet and communicate with guests as an ambassador of Bench Brewing Company
and our community
• Responsible for the overall daily experience of all brewery guests
• Check schedules to ensure the shift is properly staffed, and cutting employees when
necessary to achieve targeted labour costs
• Work collaboratively with Taproom Supervisor Team to develop service processes
and recommendations on improving guest experience
• Provide menu tours of both tap list and Kitchen at Bench menu
• Maintain a thorough knowledge of ingredients to assist with dietary restrictions and
allergies
• Participate in regular beer tastings and information sessions to maintain an
exceptional knowledge of all Bench Brewing products
• Accurately collect orders from guests and punch in to POS system
• Taproom opening & closing duties, including set up patios, moving furniture,
cleaning and side duties
• Perform end-of-day cash out procedures
• Accurately process and record payments from guests
• Conduct brewery tours if required
• Performing inventory counts, stocking beer fridges, and lending a hand around the
brewery
• Provide prompt responses to customer complaints to ensure effective service
recovery, and escalate to management when require
• Drive sales and offer experience enhancements through suggestive upselling
• Participate in the execution of events (at times off-site events)
• Conduct monthly inventory and weekly counts of smallwares
• Ensure the shift is set up with all the tools and resources required to deliver an
exceptional and memorable Bench experience
• Other duties as required
• The drive to win as a team – collaborating to achieve success is what we do here at
Bench
• Must be Smart Serve certified
• 1-2 years hospitality experience required, preferably in a lead or supervisory
capacity
• Possess a fun, professional and positive attitude
• A thirst for knowledge and a desire to constantly be learning about beer and brewing
process
• Must be comfortable working outdoors
• Available to work evenings, weekends and holidays
• Comfortable standing for 8-10 hours
• Must be able to lift a keg and cases of beer
TAPROOM SERVER Reports to: Taproom Manager About Bench Brewing: The Role:
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Please send your resume and cover letter to info@benchbrewing.com Bench
Brewing Company is an equal opportunity employer. We value workplace diversity
and inclusion and are committed to providing employees with a work environment
free from discrimination and harassment. Our hiring decisions are made on the
basis of candidate qualifications, competence, merit and business needs.
Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process
by contacting Human Resources.
Department: Hospitality
Location: Beamsville, ON
Located in the heart of Niagara’s wine country, our farmhouse brewery is located on the site
of the historic Maple Grove Public School in Beamsville, Ontario. Our brewery is a place for
our guests to relax, learn, and experience the craft of brewing beer.
The Bench Brewing Campus sits across eight beautiful acres and will feature a 50hL brewing
system, a tap and tasting room, a beer garden, a ‘funk house’ for our wild ale and barrel
fermentation program, and our very own hops field.
Reporting to the Taproom Manager, the primary role of the Taproom Server is to deliver an
exceptional experience to all brewery guests with authentic and enthusiastic hospitality. The
Taproom Server will have a thorough knowledge of all Bench beer, the story behind our
products and lead our guests through engaging tastings. Along side our amazing beer, the
Taproom Server will have exceptional knowledge of the Kitchen at Bench menu. Taproom
Servers will assist with all areas of guest experience including conducting brewery tours,
events, festivals and at times off-site community engagements.
• Greet and communicate with guests as an ambassador of Bench Brewing Company
and our community
• Provide menu tours of both tap list and Kitchen at Bench menu
• Maintain a thorough knowledge of ingredients to assist with dietary restrictions and
allergies
• Participate in regular beer tastings and information sessions to maintain an
exceptional knowledge of all Bench Brewing products
• Accurately collect orders from guests and punch in to POS system
• Taproom opening & closing duties, including set up patios, moving furniture,
cleaning and side duties
• Perform end-of-day cash out procedures
• Accurately process and record payments from guests
• Conduct brewery tours if required
• Performing inventory counts, stocking beer fridges, and lending a hand around the
brewery
• Escalate and communicate guest complaints to supervisors for prompt and effective
service recovery
• Drive sales and offer experience enhancements through suggestive upselling
• Participate in the execution of events (at times off-site events)
• Other duties as required
• The drive to win as a team – collaborating to achieve success is what we do here at
Bench
• Must be Smart Serve certified
• 1+ year hospitality experience preferred
• Possess a fun, professional and positive attitude
• A thirst for knowledge and a desire to constantly be learning about beer and brewing
process
• Must be comfortable working outdoors
• Available to work evenings, weekends and holidays
• Comfortable standing for 8-10 hours
• Must be able to lift a keg and cases of beer
Sales Associate - Ottawa About Bench Brewing:
Bench Brewing is an experiential craft brewery located in the world-renowned wine region of Niagara, Ontario. Surrounded by Ontario’s finest agricultural land, our location provides the ideal setting for crafting great, approachable beers that reflect our local terroir.
The Bench Brewing campus sits across eight beautiful acres and features a 50hL brewing system, a tap and tasting room, a beer garden, a ‘funk house’ for our wild ale and barrel fermentation program, and our very own hops field. Our brewery is a place for our guests to relax, learn, and experience the craft of brewing beer.
The Role:
Reporting into the Ontario Sales Manager, the primary role of the Sales Associate- Ottawa is to be the face of Bench and the voice of our beer when building relationships with bars and restaurants as well LCBO, grocery store, and Beer Store managers and staff.
Responsibilities and Duties: The ideal candidate will have:
If you have the entrepreneurial spirit and are motivated to work in a fast-paced, fun environment with like-minded people who love what they do, we want to hear from you! Please send your resume and cover letter to info@benchbrewing.com Bench
Brewing Company is an equal opportunity employer. We value workplace diversity
and inclusion and are committed to providing employees with a work environment
free from discrimination and harassment. Our hiring decisions are made on the
basis of candidate qualifications, competence, merit and business needs.
Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process
by contacting Human Resources.
Territory responsibilities would be primarily focused on the Greater Ottawa Region, and spans west to Kingston, Bellville, and Prince Edward County. Due to the nature of the role, a willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends will be required.
• With support form the Ontario Sales Manager, plan and execute efficient daily route plans for sales calls.
• Effectively set and track daily, weekly and monthly goals required to delivery quarterly sales targets.
• Develop new business by increasing distribution across all retail and on-premise channels within the geographic territory.
• Leverage our data tools and systems in building fact-based selling approaches in order to influence decision makers.
• Collaborate with the inside sales team, the logistics team, and other internal stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of beer and successful execution of all consumer activations.
• A post-secondary degree, ideally with a focus on business, marketing, or sales.
• Relevant experience – background in sales, particularly in beer and/or other alcoholic beverage categories, would be an asset.
• A thirst for knowledge – desire to constantly be learning about beer styles and brewing processes, and being excited to share that knowledge with our customers and consumers.
• The drive to win as a team – collaborating to achieve success is what we do here at Bench.
• A reliable vehicle and clean driving record (Bench offers a car allowance)
• Knowledge of Microsoft programs (i.e. Outlook and Excel).
• A willingness to lift the occasional keg or case of beer!
SOUS CHEF Reports to: Head Chef About Bench Brewing:
Located in the heart of Niagara’s wine country, our farmhouse brewery is located on the site
of the historic Maple Grove Public School in Beamsville, Ontario. Our brewery is a place for
our guests to relax, learn, and experience the craft of brewing beer.
The Bench Brewing Campus sits across eight beautiful acres and will feature a 50hL brewing
system, a tap and tasting room, a beer garden, a ‘funk house’ for our wild ale and barrel
fermentation program, and our very own hops field.
The Role:
Reporting to the Head Chef, the primary role of Sous Chef is to assist the Head Chef with day-to-day operations. They will be responsible for the supervision of daily operations in the absence of the Head Chef. They will be a driver of culture and foster an environment of positivity and inclusiveness. Responsibilities:
Qualifications: • The drive to win as a team – collaborating to achieve success is what we do here at Bench
Please send your resume and cover letter to info@benchbrewing.com Bench
Brewing Company is an equal opportunity employer. We value workplace diversity
and inclusion and are committed to providing employees with a work environment
free from discrimination and harassment. Our hiring decisions are made on the
basis of candidate qualifications, competence, merit and business needs.
Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process
by contacting Human Resources.
Department: Kitchen
Location: Beamsville, ON
• Provide leadership and motivation to kitchen team in the absence of the Head Chef
• Prepare ingredients and dishes to meet Bench’s best standards and in accordance with recipes
• Participate in the development of recipes and menu items
• Report on team feedback and execution of menu items during service
• Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen
• Inventory management
• Product ordering
• Maintain menu standards and margins through quality and portion control
• Maintain strong communication with front-of-house to optimize guest experience
• Respond to questions regarding ingredients and recipe methods from front-of-house
• Participate in training and onboarding of new employees
• Cooking and running the line with precision and professionalism
• Consulting with Head Chef on all issues
• Other duties as required
• 3-5 years experience in a full service kitchen
• Supervisor or leadership experience is an asset
• Possess a fun, professional and positive attitude
• A thirst for knowledge and a desire to constantly be learning about food and beer
• Food handler’s certificate is a required prior to employment
• Must be comfortable working in a high paced environment
• Available to work evenings, weekends and holidays. Flexibility with schedule is highly recommended
• Comfortable standing for 8-12 hours
• Willing and able to lift objects up to 40kg
COOK Reports to: Head Chef About Bench Brewing:
Located in the heart of Niagara’s wine country, our farmhouse brewery is located on the site
of the historic Maple Grove Public School in Beamsville, Ontario. Our brewery is a place for
our guests to relax, learn, and experience the craft of brewing beer.
The Bench Brewing Campus sits across eight beautiful acres and will feature a 50hL brewing
system, a tap and tasting room, a beer garden, a ‘funk house’ for our wild ale and barrel
fermentation program, and our very own hops field.
The Role:
Reporting to the Head Chef, the primary role of a cook is to assist with food preparation,
cleaning, organization, food service and overall morale whilst communicating with the rest
of the team in a positive manner. Our kitchen culture is centered around respect for every
individual and focuses on high standards of cleanliness and food composition. In a nutshell,
we work hard but have fun while doing so!
Responsibilities:
Qualifications: • The drive to win as a team – collaborating to achieve success is what we do here at
Bench
Please send your resume and cover letter to info@benchbrewing.com Bench
Brewing Company is an equal opportunity employer. We value workplace diversity
and inclusion and are committed to providing employees with a work environment
free from discrimination and harassment. Our hiring decisions are made on the
basis of candidate qualifications, competence, merit and business needs.
Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process
by contacting Human Resources.
Department: Kitchen
Location: Beamsville, ON
• Prepare ingredients to meet standards implemented by Chef
• Organize and clean at all times when available to do so
• Maintain a calm and productive demeanor at all times
• Assist the team as a whole whenever necessary. Team effort 100%.
• Other duties as required
• Possess a fun, professional and positive attitude
• A thirst for knowledge and a desire to constantly be learning about food and beer
• Food handler’s certificate is a required prior to employment
• Must be comfortable working in a high paced environment
• Available to work evenings, weekends and holidays. Flexibility with schedule is highly
recommended
• Comfortable standing for 8-10 hours
• Willing and able to lift objects up to 40kg
PREP COOK Reports to: Head Chef About Bench Brewing: The Role:
Reporting to the Head Chef, the primary role of prep cook is to assist all line cooks with food preparation, proper cooking techniques, organization and to maintain cleanliness in the entire kitchen. Responsibilities:
Qualifications: • The drive to win as a team – collaborating to achieve success is what we do here at
Bench
Please send your resume and cover letter to info@benchbrewing.com Bench
Brewing Company is an equal opportunity employer. We value workplace diversity
and inclusion and are committed to providing employees with a work environment
free from discrimination and harassment. Our hiring decisions are made on the
basis of candidate qualifications, competence, merit and business needs.
Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process
by contacting Human Resources.
Department: Kitchen
Location: Beamsville, ON
Located in the heart of Niagara’s wine country, our farmhouse brewery is located on the site
of the historic Maple Grove Public School in Beamsville, Ontario. Our brewery is a place for
our guests to relax, learn, and experience the craft of brewing beer.
The Bench Brewing Campus sits across eight beautiful acres and will feature a 50hL brewing
system, a tap and tasting room, a beer garden, a ‘funk house’ for our wild ale and barrel
fermentation program, and our very own hops field.
Our kitchen culture is centered around respect for every
individual and focuses on high standards of cleanliness and food composition. In a nutshell,
we work hard but have fun while doing so!
• Any and all food preparations that are required by the chef and kitchen team
• Clean and sanitize work areas whenever necessary
• Label and date all preparation and store in an organized manner
• Assist with overall cleanliness and organization of entire kitchen
• Maintain a calm and respectful demeanor at all times
• Possess a fun, professional and positive attitude
• A thirst for knowledge and a desire to constantly be learning about food and beer
• Food handler’s certificate is a required prior to employment
• Must be comfortable working in a high paced environment
• Available to work evenings, weekends and holidays. Flexibility with schedule is highly
recommended
• Comfortable standing for 8-10 hours
• Willing and able to lift objects up to 40kg