Assistant General Manager
About the role
Old Yale Brewing is looking for Assistant General Managers for our Abbotsford and Chilliwack locations.
The Assistant General Manager (AGM) drives an exceptional guest experience by leading the tasting and sale of beer and non‑beer products across the restaurant and merchandise store. Working side‑by‑side with the General Manager, this role helps guide daily operations, motivates the team, and champions the brand with enthusiasm and professionalism. The Assistant General Manager sets the pace on the floor, elevating service standards, supporting staff development, and ensuring every guest enjoys an engaging, educational, and memorable visit.
In addition to leadership duties, this role remains hands‑on with serving, stocking, cleaning, inventory ordering, and sales support, stepping in wherever needed to keep the operation running efficiently and with great energy.
This position reports to the General Manager and alternatively the Hospitality Manager from time to time.
Responsibilities
Guest Experience and Sales
- Ensure exceptional guest experiences by maintaining and carrying out OYB’s high standards of service and hospitality, pacing, and overall guest flow.+ Consistently contribute to the development and implementation of strategies to drive revenue and profitability. + Support merchandising and retail sales through engaging product presentation and staff coaching.+ Jump in to serve, stock, clean, or assist with sales whenever needed.
Team Leadership
- Motivate, coach, and support team members to enhance their skills and performance.+ Assist the General Manager with hiring, onboarding, and ongoing training.+ Help resolve guest or staff conflicts calmly and professionally, modeling effective problem-solving.+ Recognize and celebrate wins, reinforcing positive behaviors and boosting team morale.+ Coach team members in real time, offering constructive feedback that builds confidence and sharpens skills.
Operations
- Assist the General Manager in the day-to-day operations of the restaurant, including team member management, scheduling, inventory management, quality control, etc.+ Assist the General Manager in various administrative tasks such as payroll, reporting, inventory management, etc.+ Champion and ensure compliance with health, safety, and alcohol service regulations.+ Maintain cleanliness, organization, and readiness throughout the front of house.+ Roll up your sleeves and do what’s necessary to get the job done and complete other duties as required within the same scope and level.
Qualifications
- 2 years of direct-related experience in a similar role in a restaurant setting.+ Well rounded knowledge of restaurant operations.+ A knowledge and passion for craft beer, and the brewing industry is an asset.+ Strong leadership skills with the ability to make genuine connections and motivate and inspire team members. + High energy and performance-driven with a strong desire for continuous improvement.+ Strong verbal and written communication skills, including superior interpersonal skills.+ Strong ability to problem-solve and make decisions in a fast-paced environment.+ Able to work evenings and weekends as required.+ Serving it Right certification or ability to get one (must be of legal age).
Come as you are and be who you wish. Old Yale Brewing is an equal opportunity employer.
About Old Yale Brewing
OLD YALE BREWING We opened our doors way back in 1999 and since our start, we’ve always stayed true to our roots, seeking perfect balance using the finest, all-natural ingredients to craft truly one-of-a-kind beers and delicious campfire-inspired food. Located near the pristine and breathtaking River Valley, our home gives us a fresh perspective - a perspective that only shapes how we approach the craft of creating great beer, delicious food and exceptional experiences, but also shapes who we are as a company.
WHO WE ARE We’re the kind of people you’d want on your Trivia Team, that you’d trust to watch your dog, the ones you’ll want at your backyard BBQ, your go-tos for hike and trail recommendations, the people that are always down for Happy Hour, the kind that you can talk music, books and podcasts with for hours, and of course the kind of people you’d want to sit around a cozy campfire with while you sip on your favourite beers.
HOW WE WORK We work to create and offer a down-to-earth, inclusive and engaging work environment that prioritizes fun, passion, caring, accountability and the communities in which we call home. Our culture strives to create a positive work-life balance and opportunities for flexibility, growth and development for our members of Team OYB. At Old Yale, we want each and every Team Member to maximize their impact in ways that make sense in their life, with fun, flexibility and growth opportunities. This means we:
- Foster personal connections
- Prioritize growth and create an environment for our Team to live their best life in and out of work
- Set our Team Members up for success with the right tools, equipment and support from day one
While Old Yale Brewing spans MANY different communities, departments and environments, we come together in thoughtfully crafted, in-person experiences where teams get to share the same type of exceptional experiences that we offer to our communities, because at the end of the day, they deserve it!
Assistant General Manager
About the role
Old Yale Brewing is looking for Assistant General Managers for our Abbotsford and Chilliwack locations.
The Assistant General Manager (AGM) drives an exceptional guest experience by leading the tasting and sale of beer and non‑beer products across the restaurant and merchandise store. Working side‑by‑side with the General Manager, this role helps guide daily operations, motivates the team, and champions the brand with enthusiasm and professionalism. The Assistant General Manager sets the pace on the floor, elevating service standards, supporting staff development, and ensuring every guest enjoys an engaging, educational, and memorable visit.
In addition to leadership duties, this role remains hands‑on with serving, stocking, cleaning, inventory ordering, and sales support, stepping in wherever needed to keep the operation running efficiently and with great energy.
This position reports to the General Manager and alternatively the Hospitality Manager from time to time.
Responsibilities
Guest Experience and Sales
- Ensure exceptional guest experiences by maintaining and carrying out OYB’s high standards of service and hospitality, pacing, and overall guest flow.+ Consistently contribute to the development and implementation of strategies to drive revenue and profitability. + Support merchandising and retail sales through engaging product presentation and staff coaching.+ Jump in to serve, stock, clean, or assist with sales whenever needed.
Team Leadership
- Motivate, coach, and support team members to enhance their skills and performance.+ Assist the General Manager with hiring, onboarding, and ongoing training.+ Help resolve guest or staff conflicts calmly and professionally, modeling effective problem-solving.+ Recognize and celebrate wins, reinforcing positive behaviors and boosting team morale.+ Coach team members in real time, offering constructive feedback that builds confidence and sharpens skills.
Operations
- Assist the General Manager in the day-to-day operations of the restaurant, including team member management, scheduling, inventory management, quality control, etc.+ Assist the General Manager in various administrative tasks such as payroll, reporting, inventory management, etc.+ Champion and ensure compliance with health, safety, and alcohol service regulations.+ Maintain cleanliness, organization, and readiness throughout the front of house.+ Roll up your sleeves and do what’s necessary to get the job done and complete other duties as required within the same scope and level.
Qualifications
- 2 years of direct-related experience in a similar role in a restaurant setting.+ Well rounded knowledge of restaurant operations.+ A knowledge and passion for craft beer, and the brewing industry is an asset.+ Strong leadership skills with the ability to make genuine connections and motivate and inspire team members. + High energy and performance-driven with a strong desire for continuous improvement.+ Strong verbal and written communication skills, including superior interpersonal skills.+ Strong ability to problem-solve and make decisions in a fast-paced environment.+ Able to work evenings and weekends as required.+ Serving it Right certification or ability to get one (must be of legal age).
Come as you are and be who you wish. Old Yale Brewing is an equal opportunity employer.
About Old Yale Brewing
OLD YALE BREWING We opened our doors way back in 1999 and since our start, we’ve always stayed true to our roots, seeking perfect balance using the finest, all-natural ingredients to craft truly one-of-a-kind beers and delicious campfire-inspired food. Located near the pristine and breathtaking River Valley, our home gives us a fresh perspective - a perspective that only shapes how we approach the craft of creating great beer, delicious food and exceptional experiences, but also shapes who we are as a company.
WHO WE ARE We’re the kind of people you’d want on your Trivia Team, that you’d trust to watch your dog, the ones you’ll want at your backyard BBQ, your go-tos for hike and trail recommendations, the people that are always down for Happy Hour, the kind that you can talk music, books and podcasts with for hours, and of course the kind of people you’d want to sit around a cozy campfire with while you sip on your favourite beers.
HOW WE WORK We work to create and offer a down-to-earth, inclusive and engaging work environment that prioritizes fun, passion, caring, accountability and the communities in which we call home. Our culture strives to create a positive work-life balance and opportunities for flexibility, growth and development for our members of Team OYB. At Old Yale, we want each and every Team Member to maximize their impact in ways that make sense in their life, with fun, flexibility and growth opportunities. This means we:
- Foster personal connections
- Prioritize growth and create an environment for our Team to live their best life in and out of work
- Set our Team Members up for success with the right tools, equipment and support from day one
While Old Yale Brewing spans MANY different communities, departments and environments, we come together in thoughtfully crafted, in-person experiences where teams get to share the same type of exceptional experiences that we offer to our communities, because at the end of the day, they deserve it!