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ROCS Grad Staffing

VA · On-site

About the Role ROCS is partnering with a well-established, award-winning winery in Northern Virginia to hire an Assistant Tasting Room Manager. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with ...

Bottaia Winery

ASSISTANT TASTING ROOM MANAGER

Temecula, CA · On-site

$70K - $75K/yr

Position Summary The Assistant Tasting Room Manager supports daily tasting room operations while helping lead guest experience, team performance, and sales execution. This is a hands-on leadership ...

St. Julian

Tasting Room Assistant Manager

Gaylord, MI · On-site

$18 - $27/hr

Join Our Team as an Assistant Manager at St. Julian Winery's NEW Gaylord Tasting Room! Be part of something exciting from the very beginning! St. Julian Winery is opening a brand-new tasting room in ...

Siren Song Wines

Tasting Room Manager

Chelan, WA · On-site

Hourly based on experience Tasting Room Manager Full-Time | Chelan, Washington Live Where Others ... Train staff on wine knowledge, service standards, and guest engagement * Assist with scheduling ...

Penns Woods Winery

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Tasting Room Manager

Chadds Ford, PA · On-site

$61K - $67K/yr

Oversee and assist in tasting room service, wine tastings, VIP experiences, and on-site events ... Support Wine Club Manager to enhance retention, membership growth, and customer engagement. * Drive ...

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What does an Assistant Tasting Room Manager do?

An Assistant Tasting Room Manager helps oversee the daily operations of a winery or brewery tasting room. Their duties often include supervising staff, ensuring excellent customer service, managing inventory, organizing events, and assisting with marketing activities. They work closely with the Tasting Room Manager to provide guests with a memorable experience and to promote the brand. This role also involves training team members and handling customer feedback or issues as they arise.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Assistant Tasting Room Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Assistant Tasting Room Manager, you need expertise in hospitality, wine knowledge, sales, and customer service, often supported by experience in the food and beverage industry. Familiarity with POS systems, inventory management software, and, occasionally, wine certification programs is valuable. Strong interpersonal skills, leadership, and the ability to multitask under pressure make candidates stand out. These skills ensure smooth operations, exceptional guest experiences, and increased sales in a dynamic tasting room environment.

What are the main challenges an Assistant Tasting Room Manager faces during peak visitor seasons?

During busy seasons, Assistant Tasting Room Managers often juggle high visitor volumes, ensuring every guest has a memorable experience while maintaining efficient operations. Balancing staff schedules, managing inventory, and quickly resolving unexpected issues are common challenges. Strong communication and organizational skills are key, as is the ability to motivate teams and adapt quickly to changing demands. Collaborating closely with the Tasting Room Manager and other staff members helps ensure smooth service and a positive atmosphere for both guests and employees.

What is the difference between Assistant Tasting Room Manager vs Tasting Room Associate?

AspectAssistant Tasting Room ManagerTasting Room Associate
ResponsibilitiesOversees tasting room operations, manages staff, handles customer service, and supports sales strategies.Provides customer service, pours wine, educates guests, and maintains tasting room cleanliness.
CredentialsExperience in wine industry, sales, or hospitality; often requires wine knowledge certifications.High school diploma or equivalent; wine knowledge beneficial but not mandatory.
Work EnvironmentLeads a team in a tasting room setting, often involved in administrative tasks.Frontline role interacting directly with customers in a tasting room.

The Assistant Tasting Room Manager typically has more responsibilities in managing staff and operations, requiring relevant experience and certifications. In contrast, a Tasting Room Associate focuses on customer service and wine pouring. Both roles are essential in the wine industry but differ in scope and duties.

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Assistant Tasting Room Manager

ROCS Grad Staffing

VA • On-site

Other

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

About the Role


ROCS is partnering with a well-established, award-winning winery in Northern Virginia to hire an Assistant Tasting Room Manager. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with hospitality, restaurant, retail, event, or customer service management experience who enjoys leading teams, creating exceptional guest experiences, and working in a beautiful outdoor environment.

This role is designed to develop into a Tasting Room Manager position over time, making it ideal for someone looking to grow into a leadership role while learning all aspects of winery operations.


Responsibilities


  • Assist with the day-to-day operations of the tasting room
  • Deliver an exceptional guest experience while maintaining a high standard of hospitality
  • Supervise and support tasting room staff during daily operations
  • Help coach, train, and motivate employees
  • Assist with employee scheduling and staffing coordination
  • Resolve guest concerns professionally and efficiently
  • Support inventory management and movement of wine and supplies
  • Maintain clean, organized, and welcoming indoor and outdoor guest areas
  • Ensure company policies, safety standards, and service expectations are consistently met
  • Work closely with leadership to improve operations and guest satisfaction
  • Learn all aspects of tasting room management with the goal of advancing into a Tasting Room Manager role


Qualifications


  • 2+ years of hospitality, restaurant, retail, event, or customer service management experience
  • Strong leadership and customer service skills
  • Experience supervising employees or leading shifts
  • Scheduling experience is highly preferred
  • Comfortable working weekends and a flexible schedule
  • Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
  • Passion for creating memorable guest experiences


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