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Assistant Tasting Room Manager Jobs in Wisconsin

Tasting Room Attendant

Brookfield, WI · On-site

$12.50 - $16.75/hr

Maintain an awareness of the Host and Service Assistant positions and support when needed * Serve ... Ability to communicate clearly with Guests, Managers and Team Members * Ability to multi-task and ...

At Cooper's Hawk, our Tasting Room Attendants do more than pour wine. They turn each tasting into a ... Follow steps of service and assist in daily operations Make It Personal: Be genuine, listen well ...

At Cooper's Hawk, our Tasting Room Attendants do more than pour wine. They turn each tasting into a ... Follow steps of service and assist in daily operations Make It Personal: Be genuine, listen well ...

Restaurant Manager

Greenfield, WI · On-site

$55K - $65K/yr

A Restaurant Manager at Cooper's Hawk helps manage the complexities of running a high-volume, scratch kitchen, full-service restaurant, complete with a retail market, tasting room and Wine Club ...

Restaurant Manager

Middleton, WI · On-site

$55K - $65K/yr

A Restaurant Manager at Cooper's Hawk helps manage the complexities of running a high-volume, scratch kitchen, full-service restaurant, complete with a retail market, tasting room and Wine Club ...

A Restaurant Manager at Cooper's Hawk helps manage the complexities of running a high-volume, scratch kitchen, full-service restaurant, complete with a retail market, tasting room and Wine Club ...

Restaurant Manager

Brookfield, WI · On-site

$55K - $65K/yr

A Restaurant Manager at Cooper's Hawk helps manage the complexities of running a high-volume, scratch kitchen, full-service restaurant, complete with a retail market, tasting room and Wine Club ...

Restaurant Manager

Greenfield, WI · On-site

$55 - $65/hr

A Restaurant Manager at Cooper's Hawk helps manage the complexities of running a high-volume, scratch kitchen, full-service restaurant, complete with a retail market, tasting room and Wine Club ...

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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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Tasting Room Attendant

Cooper's Hawk

Brookfield, WI • On-site

$12.50 - $16.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 14 days ago


Cooper's Hawk rating

5.8

Company rating: 5.8 out of 10

Based on 114 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

51st of 88 rated restaurants


Job description

The Cooper's Hawk Tasting Room Attendant has passion for guest service, food, wine and hospitality. They ensure an exceptional Guest experience through efficient and friendly team-based service, while educating our Guests on Cooper's Hawk products, wines. The Tasting Room Attendant helps grow our Wine Club community by educating our guests on the program and inviting them to join.
What You'll Get
  • Incredible Discounts:
    • 50% Dining and Carryout
    • 40% Retail Wine
    • 20% Retail and Private Events
    • Monthly Complimentary Wine Tasting for Two
  • Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Insurance plus Telemedicine and Wellness Program
  • Company Matching 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
  • Flexible Savings Accounts- Health and Dependent Care
  • Highly Competitive Pay plus Team Member Incentives & Rewards
  • Pay Access before Pay Day
  • Flexible Schedules
  • Paid Time Off
  • Access to Team Member Relief Program
  • Employee Assistance Program, providing mental health, legal and financial counseling.
  • "Everyday Benefits" Program to include insurance coverage (pet, life, auto, home/property) and employee discounts on goods and services
  • Employee Referral Bonus Program
  • Wine and Culinary Education
  • Career Growth Flight Plan
  • Milestones Recognition Program

What You'll Do
  • Greet all guests with hospitality; engage and answer questions about food, wine, Wine Club and facilities in a friendly, helpful manner
  • Maintain full knowledge of Cooper's Hawk food, retail items, wines and Wines of the Month and Wine Club events
  • Proactively build relationships with Guests and create a memorable experience
  • Actively educate Guests on the Cooper's Hawk Wine Club and its offerings and rewards; invite them to participate in the Club with the goal of expanding our membership base
  • Maintain full knowledge of Tasting Room functions and retail products, including how tastings are conducted, their cost, and wines featured on the monthly tasting.
  • Maintain an awareness of the Host and Service Assistant positions and support when needed
  • Serve alcoholic beverages in an appropriate manner consistent with company standards and legal guidelines
  • Assist with the transport of Carryout and Curbside Delivery orders to our Guests
  • Actively seek out and recognize opportunities to sell products sold in the Tasting Room.
  • Stock wine and retail merchandise in the Tasting Room; ensure all food and retail merchandise is attractively displayed per set standards.
  • Maintain a safe, sanitary, organized, and stocked work area
  • Complete necessary side work during non-busy hours
  • Handle cash and utilize the POS system according to company standards
  • Follow departmental checklists and standard operating procedures to ensure work areas are prepared for opening, mid-shift, or closing
  • Perform other duties as assigned

What You'll Need
  • Must represent Cooper's Hawk Values
  • Must be at least 21 years of age
  • Experience in a casual dining or upscale dining environment or retail sales preferred
  • Experience in a wine environment or equivalent preferred
  • A hospitality-focused individual with a passion for guest service, food and wine
  • An individual who thrives in a team-based environment
  • Must be comfortable actively educating our guests on the Wine Club membership program and inviting them to join.
  • Experience using POS systems
  • Ability to communicate clearly with Guests, Managers and Team Members
  • Ability to multi-task and work calmly and effectively under pressure, in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to stand and walk up to 10 hours per shift
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds
  • Ability to exert fast-paced mobility up to 6 hours in length
  • Must be able to read, write and understand English
  • Ability to perform essential functions to Cooper's Hawk standards and with reasonable accommodation
  • Ability to work flexible shifts and schedules, inclusive of weekends and some holidays

Cooper's Hawk reviews several factors when establishing compensation. Salaries and hourly wages appearing in a job posting may be published by third parties and may not reflect the salaries or hourly wages offered by Cooper's Hawk.
Cooper's Hawk is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to the person's race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Cooper's Hawk makes reasonable accommodations during all aspects of the employment process, including during the interview process.
The information provided above indicates the general nature and level of work required of the position and is not a comprehensive list of all responsibilities or qualifications. The Benefits list is only a highlight of some of the benefits offered to team members; eligibility for certain benefits apply.
About Us
Cooper's Hawk features a Napa-style tasting room with wine-inspired retail for entertaining and a full-service restaurant, bar and private event space, offering a modern-yet-casual dining experience. Each scratch-kitchen menu item is designed to pair with our wines. Speaking of wine...the Cooper's Hawk Wine Club is perhaps the largest in the world, offering not only top-notch award-winning wines but also exclusive Wine Club membership benefits, including curated dining and travel experiences. Since 2005, we've brought the Napa Valley experience to our guests and Wine Club members, and now, with Piccolo Buco by Cooper's Hawk, we're bringing the vibrant flavors of Rome to them as well. Together, we're creating a lifestyle brand like no other.

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