PiggyBank General Manager

Company: WhistlePig Whiskey
Location: Louisville
Posted on: June 1, 2025

Job Description:

About the Organization: While the good old boys are drinking whiskey and rye, our young, rebellious team of creators have no time for nostalgia. We're too busy relentlessly trying new things to unlock the potential of America's oldest spirit, and we are just getting started.Once the leading American spirit, Rye Whiskey faded from popularity after prohibition ...until a dedicated crew of Rye enthusiasts settled in an unlikely place, turning a historic dairy barn into a world-class whiskey distillery in remote Shoreham, Vermont, where we keep the things that make Rye great, throw out the rest, and constantly innovate to make whiskey our way.Learn more at www.whistlepigwhiskey.comLocation: PiggybankExempt/Non-Exempt: ExemptShift: -not applicable-Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-TimeCategory: MarketingPosition: PiggyBank General ManagerJob Title: PiggyBank General ManagerDepartment: MarketingReports To: Brand ManagerFLSA Status: ExemptJob Status: Full-TimeAlright, buckle up, Louisville! We're about to uncork a job description that's smoother than a well-aged rye and packed with more flavor than a PiggyBack Rye Manhattan.Calling All Top Hogs: PiggyBank General Manager Wanted!Welcome to the PiggyBank, WhistlePig's den of deliciousness right in the heart of Louisville - where the rye flows freely, the hospitality's hog-wild, and the spirit is as irreverent as they come. We're on the hunt for a dynamic, people-lovin' leader to step up as our General Manager, the grand poobah overseeing the daily dose of WhistlePig wonder. This ain't just about keeping the gears turning; it's about crafting experiences that stick to your ribs (in a good way!), building a team that's tighter than a cooper's barrel, and making sure every soul who walks through our doors leaves with a tale worth tellin' over a dram. If you've got the grit to blend operational wizardry with a hospitality swagger that'll make Kentucky proud, then saddle up - this here's your hog call!Your Daily Swill of Responsibilities (and then some):

• Running the Roost: You'll keep the PiggyBank humming like a well-oiled still - from the warm welcome at the door to the hustle in the back, ensuring everything's smoother than a sip of our 18-Year.
• Pouring on the Hospitality: You'll be the champion of top-notch service, delivering an exceptional guest experience with hospitality as warm as a Kentucky summer and cocktails that'll make your taste buds sing.
• Laying Down the Law (the good kind!): You'll uphold our standards, policies, and procedures, ensuring operations are tighter than a bung and excellence is as consistent as our award-winning rye.
• Troubleshooting Trailblazer: When hiccups happen (and they will!), you'll be the quick-thinking problem-solver, keeping our guests grinning and eager for another round.Leading the Pack:
  • Building a Barn-Raising Crew: You'll handpick, train, coach, and nurture a team of all-star hogs who bleed WhistlePig and live for the guest experience.
  • Scheduling Savvy: You'll wrangle schedules with the precision of a master distiller, manage payroll like a pro, and ensure the right folks are in the right spot when the action's hot.
  • Cultivating a Pig Pen of Positivity: You'll foster a strong, vibrant culture where our crew is motivated, feels empowered, and wears the WhistlePig badge with pride.
  • Conflict Corraler: When disagreements arise, you'll step in with confidence and care, ensuring everyone leaves the pen happy.Counting the Rye (and Making it Grow):
    • Mindin' the Money: You'll own the numbers - from wrangling budgets and controlling costs to dissecting sales and managing inventory like it's liquid gold.
    • Efficiency Engineer: You'll sniff out opportunities to streamline operations, boost revenue, and keep the PiggyBank's coffers overflowing.
    • Vendor Whisperer: You'll partner with our suppliers, optimize our supply chain, and keep our ordering on point, ensuring we're always stocked with the good stuff.
    • Financial Fact Finder: You'll report our financial standing with clarity and accuracy, always keeping compliance top of mind.Crafting the Culinary Corral:
      • Menu Maverick: You'll team up with Marketing to evolve our food and beverage offerings, creating a menu that wows palates and boosts the bottom line.
      • Quality Quaffer: You'll ensure every pour, every bite, and every moment meets our high standards for quality, safety, and presentation - we're talkin' WhistlePig level here.Spreading the Swine Gospel:
        • PiggyBank Ambassador: You'll be the face and the voice of our Louisville outpost, building buzz and drawing folks in like a moth to a porch light.
        • Local Legend Launcher: You'll spearhead local marketing initiatives, events, and partnerships that'll keep the town talkin' 'bout the PiggyBank.
        • Guest Guru: You'll handle inquiries and reservations with the smoothness of a well-aged pour, ensuring every guest has a memorable experience from hello to 'come back soon!'Keeping it Safe and Spirited:
          • Compliance Commander: You'll ensure we're always in lockstep with health, safety, and alcohol service regulations.
          • Safety Sheriff: You'll create a workplace that's as safe as it is spirited - we want good times, not mishaps.What You Bring to the Barrel:
            • Proven leadership and team management skills - you know how to lead with both heart and hustle.
            • Communication skills sharper than a freshly honed bar knife - with staff, guests, vendors, and the bigwigs.
            • Experience wrangling restaurant or bar operations - and a genuine passion for making folks feel welcome.
            • Problem-solving prowess and decision-making dexterity - you think on your feet and stay cool when the heat is on.
            • A solid understanding of budgeting, inventory wrangling, and financial reporting - you know how to count beans (or rye grains!).
            • Familiarity with food safety, hygiene habits, and the rules of the hospitality road.
            • Bonus points if you've got a background in hospitality, guest experience, event execution, or crafting unforgettable moments.
            • Extra credit for bartender or server stripes - you've been in the trenches and know the game from the ground up.The mashbill: compensation, benefits, perks, and other fun stuff
              • The compensation for this role is a competitive hourly wage plus a biannual bonus, determined by individual performance, paired with company performance and goals.
              • Paid personal time off, paid sick time, paid volunteer time, and paid holidays.
              • Industry-leading paid parental leave benefits.
              • Annual Well-Rounded Wellness benefit, to support physical and mental health, environmental wellness and financial soundness for employees.
              • Insurance plans through BlueCross BlueShield (health), including a CDHP + HSA plan with company contributions, Delta (dental and vision), and Renaissance (accident and STD/LTD/AD&D coverages as well as life insurance).
              • Support and resources via EAP access through our health insurance program, with additional concierge, legal consultation, mental health, mindfulness and wellness resources through NexGen.
              • Financial wellness benefits through FinFit, as well as discounts on and access to hundreds of benefits and services through Working Advantage, our Employee Perks program.
              • Safe Harbor 401K plan with generous company match.---In addition to the opportunity to work with the world's leading rye whiskey - come join us!The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, and training. The above hiring range represents the Company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.So, if you're ready to lead the charge at the PiggyBank, to blend bold flavors with even bolder hospitality, and to become a true champion of the WhistlePig way in Louisville, then mosey on over and throw your hat in the ring. We're lookin' for a top hog to join our spirited family!Position RequirementsQualifications:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Language Ability:Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.Math Ability:Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.Reasoning Ability:Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.Computer Skills:To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Office.What You Bring to the Table:
                • Proven leadership and team management skills (you know how to lead with heart and hustle).
                • Stellar communication chops - with staff, guests, vendors, and execs alike.
                • Experience managing restaurant or bar operations - and a deep love of hospitality.
                • Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities (quick thinking, cool under pressure).
                • Solid grasp of budgeting, inventory management, and financial reporting.
                • Familiarity with food safety, hygiene practices, and industry regulations.
                • A background in hospitality, guest experience, event execution, or experience curation is a huge plus.
                • Bonus points for bartender or server experience - you speak the language of hospitality from the ground up.
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