Job Description

Upslope Brewing Company is an award-winning craft beer and seltzer producer located in Boulder Colorado. As a Certified B Corporation, we meet high standards of social and environmental performance, accountability and transparency. Through investment in our employees, continuous process improvement and a focus on innovation, we aim to deliver a high quality product, while prioritizing environmental stewardship and inclusion in our operations, brand and partnerships.

We are seeking a skilled and experienced individual to fill the role of Tap Room Manager at our new Après Outpost in Silverthorne, CO at the Bluebird Market. This position requires a self-motivated, responsible, and proactive professional with experience in bar / taproom management, relationship building, and hospitality-based customer service. Upslope Tap Rooms connect our brand, values and mission to the community in a way that is approachable, safe and fun. 

This is a full-time, benefited position with a self-driven and dynamic schedule that may require flexibility to work nights or weekends to cover the bartending staff and as well as flexibility to work events that will support the growth and success of the new Après Outpost.

For more information about Upslope, please visit our website at:

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES (but not limited to)

Staffing :

• Daily managing, training and scheduling for staff.
• Assists in the hiring process for bartenders. Provides feedback and recommendations for performance issues and terminations.
• Reviewing hours for payroll for the department and optimizing labor costs
• Oversee bartender beer education and training.

Inventory & Logistics:

• Track beer inventory, forecast beer needs and place orders to ensure proper backstock of kegs and anticipate seasonality fluctuations with certain styles.
• Work closely with the Warehouse and Logistics Teams to coordinate transfers and restocks. 
• Inventory management and communication through the SAP system OBeer. 
• Assisting with receiving and unloading a box truck as needed. 
• Managing and optimizing cold storage. 
• Ensure glassware and other daily supplies are fully stocked 

Bar Operations:

• Maintain a clean, welcoming, educational, and fun experience for all guests
• Manage guest satisfaction and overall brewery visitor experience
• Ensure proper line cleaning schedule
• Performer routine maintenance on draft system and other necessarily equipment
• Manage and update Point of Sales (POS) systems with new products.
• Run periodic reports through POS to analyze sales, loss, and opportunities for growth.
• Update menus on Company’s website, paper menus, and chalkboards as new beers are released.
• Work with the GM of Tap Rooms to develop and maintain operating procedures for the front of house.
• Handle customer complaints regarding service issues, credit card disputes and chargebacks.
• Track draft and package sales in the taproom and help control loss.
• Maintain a clean and presentable appearance.
• Train staff to monitor customer alcohol consumption to avoid over service.• Other duties as assigned.

Events & Marketing: 

• Work closely with Upslope’s Event Coordinator to create unique events and oversee their execution to increase revenue for the main bar. This will also include private events, parties, live music and trivia, etc. 
• Will be required to coordinate promoting the tap room, drink specials, events, and live music with Upslope’s Marketing Team and Bluebird’s operators.
• Assist Sales team to organize visits with our key partners including on and off premise accounts to provide an exceptional tap room experience.
• Work with the Marketing Team to develop promotional and merchandise needs for the bar.

Work Time/Availability:

The Upslope Après Outpost Tap Room Manager position is an exempt salary role and the successful candidate may have a fluctuating schedule. While the primary role will require work during regular business days, the manager may need to work nights, weekends and some holidays as dictated by market needs/events and staffing. Managers are responsible for maintaining personal work-life harmony while remaining in integrity with business obligations.

Compensation, Benefits + Culture:

Upslope offers a transparent and unique work environment with an emphasis on teamwork and innovation. It’s important to make sure each employee understands the impact they have on the mission. We work for beer, but get paid in dollars.

Compensation Package includes:

• Starting base salary range: $62,000 - $70,000 /annually, depending on experience.
• Bonus pay structure in addition to the base salary.
• Paid Time Off, Sick Pay, Paid Holidays and Paid Volunteer Hours beginning 30-days after employment.
• Medical/ Dental/ Vision/ Disability/ Life insurance with company contribution beginning 30-days after employment.
• 401(k) with company match beginning day one.
• Phone and mileage reimbursement.
• Free Beer (Daily taproom perks and monthly retail beer allotments).
• Free and discounted Upslope merchandise.
• Discounts and Pro Deals on outdoor equipment and activities.
• Employer reimbursed professional development opportunities.
• Free and/or subsidized ski pass.
• And many more!

Qualifications/Position Requirements and Specifications:

• Previous bar or restaurant management experience, craft beverage experience is a huge plus.
• Technology proficiencies (Microsoft Office and Google Suites, Slack, CRM Software, Smart Phone, etc.).
• Enjoy working independently as well as in a team environment.
• Integrity, resilience, strong interpersonal and written communication abilities and time management proficiencies.
• Adaptability and ability to shift daily priorities while maintaining scheduled deadlines.
• Ability to safely operate vehicles and endure lots of driving.
• Interest in the Craft Brewing Industry or one of our core values.
• Must be 21+ years old.
• Ideal candidate currently resides in Summit or Eagle County, Colorado.

Desired/Preferred, but Not Required:

• Extensive knowledge of craft beer and the industry as a whole.
• A minimum of 5 years of similar employment experience.
• Experience with draft line maintenance and line cleaning.

Still Apply If…

• You possess translational experience, are an expert at building relationships and have a willingness to learn.

Candidates must be able to work evenings, weekends and events balanced with regular business hours. This job requires the individual to spend ample time in their car, talking on the phone, in accounts and in a remote “office setting” and may include travel outside of the dedicated sales area. In person attendance at All Company meetings, main events and general sales meetings at our headquarters in Boulder, CO is required. While performing the duties of this job, prolonged periods of standing and frequent lifting/moving up to 40lbs are essential as well as periodically moving kegs either alone or with assistance. Outdoor work may be required regardless of weather conditions, as well as work that involves lifting, bending, sitting, exposure to loud music and crowds of people depending on the location of job duties. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals who may not meet all physical requirements of the position to perform the essential functions. 

At Upslope, we’re committed to building justice, equity, and inclusion in every aspect of our company. Our goal is to create the ultimate culture of belonging for everyone, regardless of your craft beer knowledge or the number of powder days you crushed this season. We value what makes you unique and want to ensure that you feel encouraged and welcomed to apply, work, and Après Everything™ at Upslope.

Upslope is an equal opportunity employer. We hire, promote, course-correct, and terminate based on merit, performance and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including but not limited to: race, color, religion, age, veteran status, medical condition (including pregnancy and genetic information) sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, and criminal history (as our licenses allow.)

Meteorologically speaking, it’s a front range-covering, water-table-filling, snow-dumping weather pattern that anyone with bindings and a roof rack would die for. Beerologically speaking, it’s carbonated gold. In 2008, Matt Cutter, Henry Wood and Dany Page, kissed their homes in Cleveland, Atlanta and Argentina goodbye to bring their beer-brewing love affair to Boulder, Colorado. With that, Upslope Brewing Company was born. And after nearly fifteen years of supplying Colorado with trailhead tallboys, and pow-day libations made from the freshest snowmelt, the finest hops and the purest passion for living life outdoors, one thing has become undeniable. These guys didn’t just float another microbrew into the sea of Colorado microbrews. They created a lineup of quality craft beer that tastes as good poured from a tap as they do pulled out of a fishing vest. In other words, for those who call the Continental Divide home, the perfect storm. Learn more about us at

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