Kitchen Manager

Exciting New Opportunity:
Kitchen Manager
- Long Trail Brewery, Bridgewater, VT

Are you a passionate and driven culinary leader ready to take the helm of a fast-paced, guest-loved brewery restaurant? Long Trail is looking for an experienced Kitchen Manager to lead our back-of-house operations and continue delivering outstanding food and craft beer experiences in a uniquely local, vibrant setting.

Are you a passionate and driven culinary leader ready to take the helm of a fast-paced, guest-loved brewery restaurant? Long Trail is looking for an experienced Kitchen Manager to lead our back-of-house operations and continue delivering outstanding food and craft beer experiences in a uniquely local, vibrant setting. This is more than just a kitchen leadership role-it's a chance to help shape the food program at one of Massachusetts' most beloved and recognized craft breweries.

• Be Part of a Community Staple
  - Help build on its legacy with a food program that complements and elevates the guest experience.
• Lead with Creativity & Expertise
  - Collaborate on menu development, implement operational best practices, and bring your kitchen team together under a shared standard of excellence.
• Celebrate New England Flavors
  - We emphasize scratch cooking, smart sourcing, and seasonal innovation that celebrates the region.
• Make an Impact
  - Build a strong kitchen culture focused on training, growth, and accountability while driving operational success.

As Kitchen Manager, you'll oversee all culinary operations at Long Trails restaurant, from back-of-house staffing and food production to inventory management and sanitation. You'll work closely with our front-of-house leadership team to ensure a seamless, high-quality guest experience that reflects the brand.

• Hire, train, and inspire a high-performing kitchen team committed to standards of food quality and service
• Design and execute seasonal menus that support creative expression and operational efficiency
• Lead daily kitchen operations with a hands-on, people-first approach
• Develop training plans and clear expectations to promote growth and accountability

• Maintain food cost targets through smart inventory management and vendor partnerships
• Manage kitchen labor and scheduling for operational efficiency
• Ensure compliance with health department regulations, cleanliness standards, and company policies
• Lead prep and production systems that maximize consistency and minimize waste

• Partner with FOH leadership to ensure smooth kitchen-to-dining flow and fast ticket times
• Support events, beer dinners, and private functions with strong culinary execution
• Promote thoughtful food and beer pairings in collaboration with our brewing and front-of-house teams

• 2+ years of kitchen management experience in a high-volume restaurant or brewpub
• Strong culinary foundation, preferably in scratch kitchens and seasonal cooking
• Proven leadership ability to coach and motivate diverse kitchen teams
• Experience with budgeting, food cost tracking, and vendor management
• Serv Safe certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Passion for hospitality and craft beer

Barrel One Collective, the team behind leading craft beverage and hospitality brands like Harpoon, Long Trail, Smuttynose, and more. We believe in creating guest-focused spaces where amazing beer and food bring people together. As part of our growing collective, you'll have the opportunity to lead, collaborate, and make a real impact in a fast-moving, people-first environment.