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Wente Family Estates

Tasting Room Manager

Livermore, CA · On-site

$29.84 - $44.76/hr

The Tasting Room Manager will work cross functionally to create process efficiencies within each Tasting Room and will share best practices which support the overall DTC operation. * Ensure tasting ...

Wente Vineyards

Tasting Room Manager

Livermore, CA

$77K/yr

The Tasting Room Manager will work cross functionally to create process efficiencies within each Tasting Room and will share best practices which support the overall DTC operation. * Ensure tasting ...

Ponte Winery

TASTING ROOM SUPERVISOR

Temecula, CA · On-site

$27 - $30/hr

Summary The Tasting Room Supervisor is a working front-of-house leader responsible for supporting ... management. * Support wine club, event, and member experience initiatives. * Assist with cash ...

Bottaia Winery

TASTING ROOM SUPERVISOR

Temecula, CA · On-site

$27 - $30/hr

Summary The Tasting Room Supervisor is a working front-of-house leader responsible for supporting ... management. * Support wine club, event, and member experience initiatives. * Assist with cash ...

PRECEPT BRANDS LLC

Tasting Room Associate

Walla Walla, WA · On-site

$17.13 - $20/hr

The Tasting Room Associate reports directly to the Tasting Room Manager. The Tasting Room Associate ... Stock both wine and non-wine items * Assist with hospitality special events * Knowledge and ...

Grand Reserve Inn

Lead Tasting Room Host

Plymouth, CA · On-site

$22 - $24/hr

Provide real-time direction and support to tasting room hosts * Assist with onboarding and coaching of new team members * Communicate staffing needs or challenges to management Sales & Wine Club ...

Grand Reserve Inn

Lead Tasting Room Host

Plymouth, CA

$24/hr

Provide real-time direction and support to tasting room hosts * Assist with onboarding and coaching of new team members * Communicate staffing needs or challenges to management Sales & Wine Club ...

Grand Reserve Inn

Lead Tasting Room Host

Plymouth, CA · On-site

$22 - $24/hr

Provide real-time direction and support to tasting room hosts * Assist with onboarding and coaching of new team members * Communicate staffing needs or challenges to management Sales & Wine Club ...

Grand Reserve Inn

Lead Tasting Room Host

Plymouth, CA

$24/hr

Provide real-time direction and support to tasting room hosts * Assist with onboarding and coaching of new team members * Communicate staffing needs or challenges to management Sales & Wine Club ...

Boisset Collection

Tasting Room Associate

Saint Helena, CA · On-site

$19 - $20/hr

Can sometimes involve out of area travel. * Assist with the packing and shipping of wine orders, sales orders, POS orders, etc. as needed. * Assist tasting room/hospitality managers, events managers ...

Maryhill Winery

Tasting Room Ambassador

Woodinville, WA · On-site

$20/hr

Hosting large groups or tours. * Assist customers with purchases and carry/transport purchases to ... Other duties as assigned by the Tasting Room Manager. Requirements, Skills and Qualifications:

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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 Manager

Tasting Room Manager

Wente Family Estates

Livermore, CA • On-site

$29.84 - $44.76/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 25 days ago

Job description

Essential Functions
  • Staffing, including but not limited to the successful supervision, hiring, onboarding/offboarding, scheduling,
  • Payroll completion process, annual performance review, training, coaching and development.
  • DTC Strategy: collaborate and help ideate business solutions and goals for the entire DTC operation, including the tasting rooms at Murrieta's Well and Wente Vineyards, as well as the other important sales channels such as wine club, telemarketing, concierge phone service, and events with the goal of helping to generate an integrated holistic business strategy and tactics.
  • Is responsible for forecasting, budgeting monthly and annually with strong adherence to staying within budget using KPI measurements.
  • The Tasting Room Manager will work cross functionally to create process efficiencies within each Tasting Room and will share best practices which support the overall DTC operation.
  • Ensure tasting room and club experiences are synchronized. Champion club membership acquisition and partner on the retention strategies to combat attrition.
  • Promote a sales culture by training and developing team on sales strategies, bonus and incentive program management and KPI tracking on a daily, weekly and monthly basis.
  • Oversee sales performance in the room by measuring bottles per person sold, average bottle price, club conversion and more. Responsible for revenue performance to budget.
  • System and data management- leverage POS and reservation technologies to capture customer data. Be a Commerce 7 and Cellar Pass technology expert in DTC.
  • Ensure that all team members are updated with all current information: company policies, wine and vintage characteristics, and marketplace information including trade information, new release timing and upcoming club information.
  • Understand and meet guest needs; anticipate/exceed guest expectations.
  • Prioritize safety standards and represent the Hospitality/DTC departments on the general safety committee, as well as the safety steering committee.
  • Build & sustain a high-performing team that is motivated, engaged, goal orientated and provides exceptional service to internal and external guests.
  • Maintain relationships with VIP customers and club members.
  • Remain knowledgeable about wines, viticulture, winemaking techniques, and winery history.
  • Supervise leads and wine sales ambassadors on floor and lead by example, motivating and inspiring sales staff, aiding the high hospitality standards of the winery, and facilitating an energized sales environment at the register, greeting areas, and back of the house.
  • Support clear expectations and levels of accountability for the team. Assigning responsibilities, empowering others, delegating, removing obstacles to success, and facilitating and identifying needed resources for closely-monitored progress.
  • Help in developing customer facing educational experiences and unique wine experiences that drive incremental revenue.
  • Demonstrate leadership through sound business decisions, high ethical standards, values and behavior. Builds trust within their teams and other departments. Keep up to date on staff performance, identifying issues and taking corrective action.

  • Strong in working with a diverse team and building a strong supportive culture that fits the Wente pillars of Respect , Integrity, Sustainability and Excellence.
  • Manage staff for wine club release dates and events, working personally on every key release date and party.
  • Maintain physical inventory of wine and non-wine items in the tasting room, facilitate monthly inventory counts, complete proper inventory paperwork for winery samples and promotional accounts. Coordinate with DTC Operations manager to ensure proper flow and accountability.
  • Respond to customer requests, suggestions or complaints.

Physical Demands/Qualifications
  • Requires the ability to stand, bend and reach for potentially long periods of time throughout the workday.
  • Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
  • Manual dexterity and vision sufficient to operate a computer/laptop for potentially long periods of time without experiencing abnormal hand, wrist or eye strain.
  • Hearing sufficient to understand conversations, both in person and on the telephone
  • Must have coordination sufficient to operate various office machines, including but not limited to fax machines, calculators, telephones, computer/laptops, scanners, register, etc.

Non-Physical Demands/Qualifications
  • Minimum 5 years working in a winery and/or the hospitality industry.
  • Passion for food and wine, excellent wine knowledge and demonstrated ability to sell wine; wine education credentials are a plus
  • Ability to deliver the ultimate in guest satisfaction; strong hospitality skills.
  • Strong leadership skills. Able to provide critical feedback and disciplinary action if needed.
  • Commitment to excellence and high standards.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
  • Ability to manage workflow, with the ability to shift priorities, as needed; viewing challenges and demands with a positive attitude.
  • Professional appearance and demeanor.
  • Demonstrated ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, and percentages.
  • Creative, flexible, and innovative team player.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in supervising and motivating employees.
  • Maintain a view of the overall business situation when making decisions and creating procedures.
  • Professionally represent the organization when in contact with guests and vendors.
  • Merchandising and marketing experience in a retail environment a plus.
  • Maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.

Environment Conditions
  • The environment within the office is clean and well lit. The tasting room is clean and maintains a temperature of 68 degrees (+/-). Will be required to go out-of-doors and into various parts of the facility subjecting the incumbent to variations in temperature and humidity.

Sustainability Values Statement:
  • Supports social sustainability by being ambassadors to the public. The tasting room is the front-line representative of the company and therefore must communicate how the company is sustainable. We do this by respectfully interacting with each of our employees, customers, and community members.
  • Supports economic sustainability through good fiscal management and product waste management. Scheduling staff to maintain cost efficiency.

This position description does not promise or imply that the functions listed are the only duties to be performed or that the position may not change or be eliminated. Employees are always expected to follow their supervisors' instructions and to perform the tasks requested by their supervisors.
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