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The Olde Mecklenburg Brewery

Sous Chef

The Olde Mecklenburg Brewery, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245

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OMB LoSo

The Olde Mecklenburg Brewery (OMB) is a well‑known craft brewery located in Charlotte, North Carolina. Founded in 2009, it has become one of the city’s premier destinations for beer enthusiasts, serving high‑quality beers brewed in adherence to the German Purity Law, Reinheitsgebot. This law, which dates back to 1516, dictates that beer should be made only from water, barley, hops, and yeast, ensuring that OMB’s offerings are both traditional and authentic.

OMB’s original location is situated in the Lower South End (LoSo) neighborhood of Charlotte, where the brewery features a state‑of‑the‑art production facility, a restaurant, and an expansive 1‑acre biergarten. The brewery is especially known for its lively and family‑friendly atmosphere, hosting numerous events and festivals throughout the year. Its beers are distributed across North Carolina through an independent wholesaler network, making them accessible statewide.

In Spring 2024, the brewery expanded by opening a second location in the Ballantyne neighborhood of South Charlotte. This new venue is a significant growth for OMB, featuring a spacious, two‑story, 14,000‑square‑foot restaurant and biergarten, designed to offer even more space for beer lovers to enjoy a wide range of OMB’s craft beers.

OMB is particularly proud of its community involvement and commitment to the craft beer movement, consistently offering high‑quality brews that range from traditional German‑style lagers to experimental seasonal brews. It is a celebrated part of Charlotte’s beer scene and an iconic representation of German brewing traditions in the South.

About The Role

Support Brauhaus restaurant, catering, and events by providing excellent guidance to the culinary team.

Provide professional leadership and direction to the culinary personnel.

Ensure that all recipes, food preparation, plating, and presentation meet OMB’s specifications and quality standards.

Coach, counsel, and assist in conducting performance evaluations and reviews for staff.

Recommend or conduct disciplinary action, including termination of culinary staff when necessary.

Maintain a safe, orderly, and sanitized kitchen.

Operate as an expeditor during peak times.

Collaborate with the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef to prepare and communicate daily line‑ups to all BrauHaus staff.

Attend and participate in all scheduled meetings and training sessions.

Participate in the training programs and hiring process for culinary team members.

Partner with Service team to manage opening and closing procedures.

Ensure that all stations are stocked, labeled, temped, and quality controlled.

Manage daily staffing levels throughout shifts.

Perform additional responsibilities as requested by the Executive Chef.

Know, understand, and follow all company emergency and safety procedures.

What’s In It For You?

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage

PTO

Employer‑paid Long‑Term Disability insurance coverage

Free beer stipend

401k with match

Employee discount (food, beer, & merchandise)

Qualifications

Culinary degree or 3 years of culinary training at a high‑volume food establishment

Serve Safe certified, or willing to certify within 1 year

Computer skills to include Microsoft Word, Excel, and culinary reporting software

Flexibility to work weekends and holidays

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Interest in craft beer

Positive attitude and ability to build good working relationships

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Good listening skills

Strong leadership skills and ability to manage a variety of employees with varied backgrounds

Excellent volume cooking skills, presentation skills, and organizational skills

Ability to maintain composure during busy service periods

Champion OMB’s 6 core values listed below

OMB Core Values

Dedication to quality, no shortcuts

Integrity, do the right thing

Service‑mindful

Point of pride in the community

Lead, don’t follow

Team

Additional Requirements to Consider

All candidates must pass a pre‑employment/post offer background check.

Applications are reviewed regularly for both locations. If we would like to move forward with the interview process, HR will contact you via phone or email.

Positions are posted and maintained regularly. If you have not received any communication from HR, we may not have an open position at the time, but may contact you for a future position.

OMB Participates in E‑Verify for employment verification.

OMB is an equal opportunity employer that hires individuals based on job‑related qualifications and abilities.

Seniority level Mid‑Senior level

Employment type Full‑time

Job function Management

Industries Food and Beverage Services

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