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Rapids Brewing Company provides unique spaces for guests to host celebrations and events. Whether it’s an all day business conference or a wedding reception, we work to craft high quality and creative experiences for members of our community.
With generous hospitality, we provide high quality food, beverages, and entertainment at a unique venue in the heart of Grand Rapids.
We’re looking for someone with stellar customer service and organizational skills and an adaptable mindset to join our team as the Event Coordinator. Acting as the primary point of contact for all event inquiries, you will be responsible for all events from inquiry to completion including the cross functional collaboration with our internal team.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage incoming event inquiries & requests
- Serve as the main point of contact for all events and those hosting events using exceptional customer service skills
- Brainstorm and collaborate to create brewery events both ticketed and open to the public
- Plan all event details in partnership with customer(s) or internal team
- Execute events including but not limited to; table & chair setup and tear down, decoration services, facilitating events and acting as the main point of contact for event guests, bartending, catering services and cleaning event space(s).
- Creating & managing invoices and facilitating payments
- Establish & monitor timelines and risk mitigation for uncontrollable issues like weather
- Maintain an inventory of decoration & food supplies for events
SKILLS REQUIRED
- Exceptional Customer Service & Communication
- Outstanding organizational skills
- Self-management on a day-to-day basis requiring little direction
- Time Management & Prioritization
- Detail Oriented & Creative
- Collaborative & Adaptive with a willingness to manage and delegate tasks
- Problem Solving & Critical Thinking
- Google Suite (Gmail, Google Sheets, Google Docs, Google Forms, etc)
- Ability to lift 25 pounds or more
- Ability to stand for long periods of time, sometimes up to 12 hours (with breaks)
- Ability and willingness to say no to good ideas and requests
- Ability to shift gears quickly and frequently
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
- 5+ Years in Customer Service role
- 2+ Years working with computers, Google Suite, and Point of Sale (POS) systems
- 2+ Years working in the service industry
EXPERIENCE PREFFERED
- 1+ Year working as a bartender or server
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
- Hourly rate based on experience with opportunity for overtime when necessary
- Company Sponsored Retirement Plan
- Company Paid Long Term Disability & Life Plan
- Voluntary Short Term Disability & Dental Plan
- Employee Discount on Retail, Food, Beverage and event rentals
- Free Beer / Drink each shift worked
- 20 Hours Paid Volunteer Time
Part-time
bARTENDER
To apply, fill out an application in the Taproom or send your resume to:
[email protected]
Bar Staff will report directly to the Taproom Manager and are responsible for front of house service and also assisting in brewery operations as assigned at Rapids Brewing Company. Bar Staff should meet the requirements and qualifications, be ready to learn, grow, and approach daily tasks with a positive attitude.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
- Works well as part of a team and on individual tasks
- Legally able to work in establishments that serve alcohol
- Strong customer service and interpersonal communication skills
- Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Physical endurance to stand for entire shift
- Organize and maneuver full kegs weighing up to 165 pounds
- Able to work nights and weekends
- Able to read and write
- 2+ years bartending experienced preferred
Part-time to Full-Time
LINE Cook
To apply, fill out an application in the Taproom or send your resume to:
[email protected]
Duties include assisting Chef with preparing ingredients and menu items, working the line through service, washing dishes, and maintaining and deep cleaning the kitchen. Previous kitchen experience preferred but not required.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Able to work in a fast-paced environment
- Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
- Physical endurance to stand for entire shift
- Works well as part of a team and on individual tasks
- Legally able to work in establishments that serve alcohol
- Able to bend, move, and lift up to 25 pounds or more
Part-time to Full-Time
Events Catering Chef
To apply, fill out an application in the Taproom or send your resume to:
[email protected]
Come join our team at Rapids Brewing Company! The Events Catering Chef is responsible for overseeing the catering operations for events held at the brewpub, including weddings, corporate events, and private parties, as well as off-site events. The Events Catering Chef will work closely with the Head Chef, Events Coordinator, and other staff members to plan menus and coordinate logistics for each event.
Responsibilities:
- Work closely with the executive chef to create menu options and catering menus
- Work in the kitchen as needed when there are no events or event-related duties
- Help out with any and all tasks as needed to support the kitchen team
- Take pride in food displays and Garde Manger skills
- Able to communicate and explain menus/dishes/techniques to an audience
- Continuously explore and create catering menu options and present a rotating catering menu based on seasonal foods
- Manage and execute event food ordering, food preparation and production for all events
Events requiring catering:
- Beer or wine dinners
- Coursed/themed dinners
- Weddings
- Business parties
- Off-site catering
- Reunions
- Menu tasting events
- Community event kick-offs
- And more
Requirements & Qualifications
- 5 years kitchen experience preferred, but not required
- Chef/Kitchen Manager experience desired
- Catering/large event and small custom dining experience
- Ability to work independently
- Flexible working schedule
- Strong desire to grow with the company
- Wide knowledge of food and cooking styles
- Recipe/menu development experience
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to work well under pressure
- Knowledge of food safety regulations