Location: Docks Beers, Grimsby
Salary: £32,500 per annum plus management bonus scheme (post probation)
Annual Leave: 23 days plus bank holidays
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week
Probation: 6 months
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Docks Beers is an independent brewery and taproom located in a converted church in Grimsby. We are known for high-quality craft beers and a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere.
Sitting above our taproom is Docks Academy, a 350-capacity cultural hub hosting everything from touring rock bands to stand-up comedy and weddings.
Under new ownership since early 2025, we have ambitious growth plans. A key part of that growth is getting more of our award-winning beer into great venues across trade and wholesale, serving our corporate clients and continuing to strengthen our brand and community presence.
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We are looking for a Sales Manager to help drive beer sales across our business, with an initial focus on trade, wholesale and B2B channels.
We want someone who will work as part of our small, committed management team and care about the whole business, not just their numbers.
Alongside business development and account management, the role will also involve contributing to trade communications, customer messaging and supporting marketing activity where required. That might include helping shape campaigns and email communications and providing copy for our website.
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* Identify and secure new trade accounts across on-trade and off-trade channels, regionally and beyond.
* Maintain and grow existing relationships, ensuring Docks Beers remains front of mind and well supported.
* Manage relationships with regional and national wholesalers to ensure our beers are listed, visible and selling through effectively.
* Work closely with the senior management team to hit monthly volume targets, review performance and identify opportunities and trends.
* Act as an ambassador for Docks at industry events, trade shows and other local/regional events, representing both the beer and the wider Docks story.
* Maintain accurate sales records, lead pipelines and account notes to support forecasting, production planning and decision-making.
* Work with the team to ensure smooth order fulfillment. Raise and manage invoices accurately and on time.
* Contribute to and support marketing initiatives where required.
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* Experience in B2B sales, ideally within drinks, hospitality or FMCG.
* A strong communicator who can tell the Docks story with clarity and enthusiasm,
* Someone who is relationship driven and focussed on creating long term partnerships and become part of the regional business and hospitality network
* Comfortable contributing to trade emails, proposals and customer communications when needed.
* A team player who can work seamlessly with other members of senior management
* Someone who enjoys working towards clear numbers and seeing tangible impact from your work.
* The successful candidate will be comfortable using CRM systems, managing pipelines and keeping clean records.
A full UK driving licence is essential as the role involves regular travel to accounts.
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To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter explaining why you’re the right person for the role to: jobs@docksbeers.com
Closing Date: Monday, 23 March
Location: Docks Beers, Grimsby
Salary: £32,500 per annum
Annual Leave: 23 days plus bank holidays
Hours: Full-time (~45 hours), including evenings and weekends
Probation: 3 months
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Docks Beers is an independent brewery and taproom located in a converted church in Grimsby. We are known for high-quality craft beers and a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere.
Sitting above our taproom is Docks Academy, a 350-capacity cultural hub hosting everything from touring rock bands to stand-up comedy and private weddings. Under new ownership since early 2025, we have ambitious growth plans for 2026. Food is a key element of this expansion, and we need a leader to help define and deliver our offering for the coming years.
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We are looking for a Head Chef/Kitchen Manager who is motivated to build a food operation that matches the reputation of our award-winning beer. This role requires a unique balance: delivering fast-casual, high-volume dishes for a busy taproom, while occasionally executing high-quality catering for Academy events.
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Operational Leadership: Manage the kitchen’s day-to-day operations, ensuring service speed and consistent quality during peak trading and event intervals.
Menu Innovation: Design and implement creative, seasonal menus that pair perfectly with our events and craft beers. You’ll play a key part in creating specials and evolving the Docks culinary identity.
Financial Management: Take full ownership of the kitchen budget. This includes managing supplier relationships, auditing stock levels, and hitting Gross Profit targets through smart procurement and execution.
People Management: Build and lead a skilled kitchen team, ensuring operational excellence through effective recruitment, proactive mentoring, and robust performance management.
Compliance & Safety: Maintain our 5-star hygiene rating. You will oversee all documentation, cleaning schedules, and act as the primary liaison for EHO inspections.
Strategic Collaboration: Work closely with Taproom and Academy management to ensure a unified guest experience, especially during large-scale events.
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Proven Kitchen Leadership: You have a solid track record in a Head Chef/Kitchen Manager or similar role, ideally within a fast-casual, independent environment.
Team Builder: You have the ability to recruit, train, and inspire a small, agile kitchen team. You lead by example—willing to jump on the line, assist with clean-downs, and maintain high morale under pressure.
Event Ready: You are comfortable managing a venue’s unique ebbs and flows. You can transition seamlessly from a steady taproom service to the high-pressure demands of a 350-capacity Academy event.
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Bold Creativity: A genuine passion for bold flavours and modern food trends. You are keen to collaborate on seasonal menus and specials that complement our award-winning beer range.
Operational Rigour: Exceptional organisational skills to manage prep, service, stock levels, and staffing. You ensure the kitchen is as clean and compliant as it is productive.
Quality Obsession: A commitment to absolute consistency. You ensure every dish meets Docks standards.
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Financial Accountability: Experience managing kitchen budgets, including cost control, ordering, and a waste minimisation mindset to protect margins without compromising quality.
Compliance First: A thorough understanding of food hygiene and safety standards, backed by relevant certifications (e.g., Level 3 Food Safety). You are confident managing documentation for EHO inspections.
Tech-Savvy: Comfortable using (or learning) digital ordering systems, inventory software, and kitchen display screens to keep the back-of-house running smoothly.
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Collaborative & Unified: You understand that the kitchen is part of a larger machine. You’ll work closely with the Taproom and Academy teams to deliver a seamless guest experience.
Adaptive Problem-Solver: You can adapt quickly to changes in demand, supply chain quirks, or the specific needs of a catered event.
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Competitive Salary: £32,500 per annum.
Work-Life Balance: 23 days holiday + Bank Holidays.
Creative Input: An opportunity to help shape the future of a growing independent brand.
Docks Perks: Staff discounts on beer, merch, events, team socials, and a pension scheme.
Growth: Real opportunities for career progression as our 2026 expansion plans roll out.
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To apply, please send your CV and a brief cover letter explaining why you’re the right person to lead the Docks kitchen to: jobs@docksbeers.com
Closing Date: Wednesday, 11 March
NB: Successful candidates will be invited for an interview and a paid technical trial shift.
