Smog City Brewing Co. Jobs

Join our hard working, beer loving, community minded team!

Smog City Brewing Co. Jobs

Join our hard working, beer loving, community minded team!

Take a look at our open positions and if the role seems like a good fit, apply away! We are looking forward to meeting our next potential teammates.

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Smog City Brewing Co. Open Positions

Sales Rep (South Oc/San Diego)

Sales Rep (North Oc/IE)

shift brewer

Beertender (P/T-Glendora, CA)

Smog City Brewing Co. has three taprooms that are the heart of our business and we are looking for experienced restaurant/bar professionals to join our amazing team. Our Beertenders are the frontlines of our brewery, getting the opportunity to guide our customers to their favorite beer, help them explore new styles, and ensure everyone that comes to Smog City is welcomed with open arms. We pride ourselves in being a diverse group of creative individuals that have a strong passion for quality beer, all things Smog City, and coloring outside the lines.

Job Duties may include, but are not limited to:

-Be an ambassador of Smog City Brewing Co., understanding that you are the face of the company and must represent what Smog City stands for in everything you do and every interaction you have with customers.

-Uphold Smog City customer service standards, making our taprooms a welcoming place for everyone

-Greet and interact with guests in a polite and respectful manner.

-Answer questions and educate guests about Smog City beer, teaching them about our products, culture, and brewing process.

-Pour and serve our beer with an attention to detail

-Follow all Taproom SOP

-Help maintain our draft systems as needed, including cleaning draft lines and communicating any issues or changes you notice to the appropriate team member

-Make recommendations for improvements and constantly be looking for opportunities to make our taproom experience better.

-Help us with social media content, taking photos when appropriate and adding them to our shared albums

-Maintain a safe work environment.

-Practice responsible service standards

-Do you part to make sure our space stays clean, including sweeping, mopping, washing glassware, restocking restrooms, etc.

-Work morning, afternoon, night, and/or weekends as needed.

-Participate in beer festivals and events as needed.

-Work Smog City special events as needed.

Requirements:

-1 to 3 years of restaurant or bar experience in a customer facing role

-1 year of experience waiting tables and/or in a host role

-Good interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with individuals and groups at all organizational levels

-Impeccable customer service skills and a desire to interact with and host a wide range of individuals with varying levels of beer knowledge

-Ability to proactively look for opportunities to make improvements in taproom operations and suggest steps to make changes.

-Must be a motivated self-starter

-Ability to multitask and prioritize responsibilities in a fast-paced environment

-Desire to learn about craft beer and quality standards, including draft maintenance

-Flexibility to work at any of our 3 taproom locations location in Torrance and Long Beach

-Knowledge and passion for craft beer is preferred with an emphasis on education and helping customers find their new favorite beer they didn’t know they liked.

-Knowledge of Square POS systems preferred

-Draft system knowledge preferred

-Proof of completion of LEAD course in accordance with ABC regulation within 30 days of hire

-Open availability to work weekends (Friday - Sunday)

-Ability to follow and adhere to all COVID-19 procedures and guidelines

-Clean driving record preferred

Minimum Physical Requirements:

-Must be in good physical condition and able to maneuver in tight/confined spaces.

-Must be able to walk, sit, stand, crouch for extended periods of time.

-Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs. and maneuver at least 165 lb kegs.

-Must be able to perform all job duties while wearing a face mask at all times

Pay Rate:

$15.50/hr + tips

To Apply:

Send a cover letter and resume to ilovebeer@smogcitybrewing.com. The cover letter should describe why you are interested in the position and why Smog City Brewing Company should hire you. Please provide a resume that includes all relevant work history. You must provide 3 references, one character reference, one professional reference and a third of either character or professional nature. At least one reference should be from your current/most recent place of work.

References WILL be checked.

Taproom Director (F/T-LA Metro Area)

Smog City Brewing Co. is growing and we’re looking for an organized and creative taproom director to oversee operations at our 4 taprooms, which are the heart of Smog City Brewing Co.

The taproom director will be responsible for developing and maintaining profitable taprooms through planning, directing, and coordinating daily operations, managing our dedicated team of taproom managers, developing staff, maintaining a respectful & safe environment for staff & customers, and overseeing the creation & implementation of creative events & marketing initiatives in the taprooms.

Smog City Brewing Co. is made up of a small, but mighty team of dedicated, beer-loving individuals. Our guiding principles of respect, quality, and community are upheld every day by our leadership and staff and we are looking for someone who not only has great experience but also truly believes in the respectful, accountability-focused culture we have at Smog City. Our staff shows up ready to learn & grow every day to truly make Smog City a welcoming, fun place for all, with world-class beer to boot!

Key job duties may include, but are not limited to:

Management of Taproom Staff

-Manage our amazing team of taproom managers, guiding their day-to-day work, setting goals & deadlines, coaching, and identifying priorities

-Ensure taproom SOPs stay up to date and help taproom managers create new ones as needed

-Coach taproom managers as they navigate any performance issues or concerns that come up with our beertenders

Staff Training and Development

-Be a role model for all taproom staff, working alongside them at least once a week and creating a positive work environment

-Identify training needs and create training materials for taproom staff as needed

-Help guide the taproom managers as needed to resolve customer issues that come up, in a professional manner

-Oversee the hiring of all new taproom staff and ensure each new taproom employee is onboarded and trained correctly

Profitability

-Review labor data regularly to ensure taprooms are staffed efficiently and appropriately, including reviewing and approving time cards on a weekly basis

-Review sales data and work with the Director of Operations & taproom managers to plan taproom beer needs based on sales volumes, customer preferences, etc

-Oversee inventory processes of taproom supplies and ensure appropriate supply levels for items such as cleaning supplies, bathroom supplies, snacks, and glassware are maintained for all taprooms

-Assist the taproom managers in creating and maintaining a full calendar of events for the taproom to drive new customers to the brewery and increase revenue, ensuring there is at least 1 event/month per taproom

-Find creative ways to reach out to surrounding businesses and neighbors to increase awareness of our taprooms

Communications and Organization

-Communicate all new beer release info is communicated in a timely manner to the taproom managers to ensure releases are successful and happen on time at all locations

-Ensure events are properly planned & executed by the taproom managers

-Ensure all state/federal training requirements are being met by taproom staff

-Create and implement effective communication channels with beertending staff, including keeping them in the loop on important company updates and getting their feedback on a regular basis

-Hold weekly taproom manager meetings to provide company updates, set goals, and ensure objectives are being met

Customer Experience & Taproom Maintenance

-Constantly be looking for ways to improve our taproom, make recommendations to improve the taproom experience for our customers, and drive revenue while staying in line with Smog City’s guiding principles

-Spend time in all of the taprooms on a regular basis interacting with customers to get their feedback and make them feel welcome

-Spend time in all of the taprooms on a regular basis supporting staff by jumping in to help when needed and to learn more about their processes

-Oversee improvement projects in the taprooms

Maintain and Foster Good Company Culture

-Create and implement effective communication channels with beertending staff, including keeping them in the loop on important company updates and getting their feedback on a regular basis

-Build a strong relationship with the taproom staff and check in with them regularly to see how they are doing and gather feedback on improvements they’d like to see to Smog City as a company

-Ensure the taproom staff is upholding the company values of quality, community, and respect in everything they do

Requirements:

-Must be highly organized and able to manage multiple tasks at once

-Must be able to work quickly and efficiently

-Must have great writing skills, both professionally and creatively

-Must be interested in helping others, working as part of a team, and building great camaraderie

-High school degree required, college degree preferred

-Minimum of 2 years experience in a management role running a taproom, restaurant, bar, or similar business.

-Minimum of 2 years experience managing employees required

-You must have a flexible schedule with the ability to work morning, afternoon, night, and/or weekends as needed. This is not a Monday - Friday 9-5 job.

-Must be very organized and detail-oriented

-Creative thinker, great at problem-solving and finding new opportunities that are outside the box but inline with Smog City principals and goals

-Must have a drive to maintain a positive work culture that allows both business and staff to thrive

-Strong commitment to Smog City’s principles of respect, quality, and community and the ability to bring these principles to everything you do.

-Ability to stay calm when unexpected challenges arise and handle problems quickly & professionally.

-Must be flexible and ready to change course when needed.

-Must be able to give and receive constructive feedback and be ready to learn & grow at all times, excellent communication

-Previous experience with marketing duties, such as social media preferred (needed for this position?)

-Experience with Untappd and Square POS preferred

-Beer knowledge and passion for the craft is a must

-Draft system maintenance experience preferred

-Be self-motivated and have the ability to look for and execute opportunities that improve the Smog City brand, customer experience and staff culture.

-Great interpersonal relations skills and experience managing varied personalities required.

-Excellent conflict resolution skills

-Have a positive attitude and approach tasks with a “can do” attitude

-Maintain a safe and clean working environment

Minimum Physical Requirements

-This job requires you to be on you feet a lot. You must be able to stand for long periods of time.

-Must be in good physical condition and able to maneuver in tight/confined spaces.

-Must be able to walk, sit, stand, crouch for extended periods of time.

-Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs. and maneuver at least 165 lb kegs.

Salary Range:

$60k-$90k depending upon experience

To Apply:

References WILL be checked.

Sales Rep (South Orange County/San Diego, full time)

Smog City Brewing is looking to expand their sales team. Smog City Brewing Co. is a family-owned and operated craft brewery in Torrance, CA devoted to producing a wide variety of creatively inspired and exceptionally balanced beers. Smog City Brewing Co. prides itself on making beer everyone will love and love to share. With four taprooms to choose from around Los Angeles County and distribution throughout central and southern California, fresh Smog City beer is never too far away. In addition to making world-class beer for their community, Smog City Brewing Co. is also a proud 1% for the Planet member.

The South Orange County/San Diego Sales Rep will be accountable for ensuring that sales goals are met by strategically increasing sales volume through sustainable growth. They will utilize strategic selling skills and customer buying habits to target new accounts and maintain long-term relationships.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for increasing distribution and volume of Smog City products across both the key on & off premise accounts
Manage an account list of on premise & broad market accounts in both South Orange County, Temecula & San Diego
Conduct sales calls (core sales via distributor as well as direct self-distro products)
Self-distro deliveries, including loading kegs and cases of beer, dropping them off at an account, and collecting payment.
Use time efficiently to balance sales, deliveries, events and relationship management
Complete weekly recaps/breakdowns of what was accomplished each week (Monday recaps sent to the wholesaler)
Prioritize growth of placements as well as volume including but not limited to events
Conduct an average of 2 events per month in the on premise. Events are to be held at retail accounts with the purpose of educating customers about Smog City beers
Work with the wholesaler to manage brand growth in the market
Add value to all key accounts by offering creative, impactful support and by keeping the accounts informed about all upcoming releases within the company
Improve velocity in accounts by building displays, driving distribution, resetting coolers, displaying POS items, educating retail employees, hand selling, sampling, securing features, and developing promotional programs
Communicate with all departments as necessary
Participate in beer festivals and company events as needed
Embody the Smog City Brewing Co. culture in everything you do
Maintains responsible expense planning to achieve maximum return on investment

REQUIREMENTS

1-3 years of sales-related experience – beverage industry preferred
Communication: This position requires excellent communication skills across voice, email, and use of slack/messaging app.
Candidates who lives south of Newport Beach and/or in North County San Diego preferred
Highly motivated self-starter willing to get results and grow volume and loyalty for the Smog City brand
Ability to multitask & prioritize responsibilities in a fast-paced environment
Must be able to work a flexible schedule. The job will require working morning, afternoon, nights, and/or weekends as needed
Be a team player
Ability to manage a budget
Industry Knowledge and existing relationships are a plus
Good interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with individuals and groups at accounts, wholesalers & brewery
General craft beer & draft system knowledge is preferred
Clean driving record
Must have access to a reliable vehicle
Candidate must be able to drive for extended periods of time and have the ability to work ‘on the road’
Ability to follow and adhere to all COVID-19 procedures and guidelines when out in the field or at the brewery
Per the LA County Health Department must be fully vaccinated

MINIMUM PHYSICAL ABILITIES

Must be in good physical condition and able to maneuver in tight/confined spaces.
Must be able to sit in a car for long periods of time
Must be able to walk, sit, stand, and crouch for extended periods of time.
Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs. and maneuver at least 165 lb kegs.

To Apply:

Send a cover letter and resume to ilovebeer@smogcitybrewing.com

The cover letter should describe why you are interested in the position and why Smog City Brewing Company should hire you.

To apply to any of our open positions, please send your resume along with a cover letter to ilovebeer@smogcitybrewing.com and be sure to include the job title & location in the subject line.