Food & Beverage General Manager

Fort Collins, CO, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $56,000.00 - $86,000.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

Full range of insurance benefits

Paid vacation

401k with employer match

Job Description

Tilray Brands Inc. is a globally recognized lifestyle and consumer packaged goods company, operating across Canada, the United States, Europe, Australia, and Latin America. Renowned for its transformative role at the intersection of cannabis, beverage, wellness, and entertainment, Tilray is committed to elevating lives through meaningful moments of connection. With a robust portfolio supporting over 40 brands in more than 20 countries, Tilray offers a comprehensive range of cannabis products, hemp-based foods, and craft beverages. As a leader in the premium lifestyle sector, Tilray constantly innovates to inspire joy, wellness, and memorable experiences for consumers worldwide.

Within Tilray’s extensive brand family sits Breckenridge Brewery located in Fort Collins, CO, known for its emphasize on locally and seasonally inspired cuisine served in a vibrant dining atmosphere. Breckenridge Distillery Restaurant specializes in small plates and family-style meals designed to facilitate shared dining experiences paired with handcrafted cocktails. The restaurant thrives on creating a fast-paced, enjoyable environment where team members engage closely with guests and deliver renowned, personalized service.

The Food & Beverage General Manager role at Breckenridge Brewery is a key leadership position responsible for overseeing all facets of restaurant, bar, kitchen, and event operations. This full-time, on-site position offers a compensation range between USD $56,000 to $86,000 annually, supplemented by quarterly bonuses based on performance. This role demands a senior professional to drive profitability by managing food and beverage quality, service standards, merchandising, and cost-controls across the establishment.

The General Manager will ensure the seamless integration of operational processes while guiding and mentoring a diverse team of staff to embody a professional service and leadership philosophy. Responsibilities extend to budgeting, forecasting revenue, labor management, inventory control, and fostering a culture of exceptional guest experiences. The position also includes direct involvement in marketing initiatives aimed at increasing local business engagement through targeted promotional offerings.

In addition to daily operational oversight, the General Manager plays a pivotal role in team development—conducting interviews, hiring, training, and performance evaluations to build a cohesive, motivated workforce. The role requires exceptional communication skills to maintain fluid coordination between front-of-house and back-of-house teams, especially during peak service periods. Maintaining health and safety standards and ensuring customer satisfaction is central to the role’s success.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong analytical capabilities, decision-making skills, and a passion for delivering high-quality food and beverage experiences. Proficiency with MS Office, POS, and client management software is essential for managing operational systems and reporting. The role also involves physical tasks such as working around hot equipment, handling inventory, and flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays based on business needs.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced and proactive manager passionate about the food and beverage industry to join a dynamic team dedicated to providing outstanding service in a lively and welcoming environment. Tilray values employment equity and diversity, offering accommodations for applicants with disabilities and fostering an inclusive workplace.

Job Requirements

Bachelor's degree or 5+ years of restaurant management experience preferred
minimum 5-7 years of experience as a manager in a restaurant or resort hotel
minimum 5-7 years of food and beverage experience
any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from college with training or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities
ability to work around hot equipment
occasionally be exposed to cold temperatures (walk in freezer/refrigerator)
ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs
able to walk or stand for duration of shift
willingness to work evenings, weekends and holidays as needed

Job Qualifications

Knowledge of various food service styles
strong grasp of food and beverage cost controls
possess a passion and appreciation for amazing food and beverages
working knowledge of MS Office and POS software/client management software
ability to maintain excellent client relations and positively promote Breckenridge Distillery
enjoy working with people
great organizational and time management skills
good interpersonal and supervisory skills
exceptional communication skills
comfortable with working with computer and POS systems
ability to negotiate, delegate, and work under pressure
maintain a professional appearance and positive attitude
strong analytical, decision making and fact based solution skills
effective oral, written and presentation skills
customer satisfaction-oriented
strong attention to detail and organizational skills
self-starter and team player
must possess a sense of urgency, enjoy fast paced environment and provide excellent guest service
ability to follow all local, state, and federal employment regulations

Job Duties

Oversee and manage all restaurant operations
achieve budgeted food and beverage revenue and maximize profitability
manage department labor and food costs and develop and maintain all cost control procedures
provide detailed monthly forecast of revenues, food cost and labor for each department
conduct monthly inventories of all food and beverage items
participate and provide input towards food and beverage marketing activities and solicit local business with promotional offerings
anticipate guests needs, respond promptly and acknowledge all guests
strive to provide every guest with an exceptional experience
maintain a high ratio of return customers through best in class customer service
monitor restaurant activities and troubleshoot problems to maintain and improve daily operations
assist kitchen leadership and staff during peak periods to facilitate communication and ensure prompt food service and quality
monitor and maintain cleanliness, proper sanitation standards and organization to fulfill health requirements
demonstrate engaging and supportive leadership style and strong work ethic
foster a safe work environment by following safety guidelines
directly lead and oversee work of all team members and adjust assignments based on business needs
prepare weekly work schedules and adjust staffing as needed
interview and hire restaurant staff based on staffing needs and budget
train new team members and assign training responsibilities
coach and develop restaurant team members on duties and performance
evaluate and review personnel performance through evaluations and coaching
learn and utilize all reporting systems and maintain in-depth knowledge of all metrics
maintain an accurate balance at registers and in the safe
uphold financial systems and policies for accuracy
perform and maintain accurate inventories at all times
oversee and maintain working knowledge of all equipment and place service calls as needed
maintain complete knowledge of designated glassware, menu items, dining room layout, P.O.S. systems, daily house counts, arrivals/departures, VIPs, and all product ordering
communicate effectively verbally and in writing
organize time efficiently
complete other duties as needed to support the business