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Pour Destino

Store Manager

Elmhurst, IL · On-site

Retail Wine Management (Critical Focus) * Daily Maintenance: Maintain the retail wine space daily. Ensure bottles are constantly faced, restocked, and visually appealing. * Organization: Keep wines ...

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How much do wine manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for wine manager in Romeoville, IL is $64,841.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,800.00 and $79,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a wine manager?

A wine manager usually works in the hospitality industry. In this career, your duties include acquiring wine and spirits to serve in a wine bar, winery, restaurant, hotel, or another venue. You are responsible for managing the wine stock and overseeing wine service to the customer. Wine marketing managers, on the other hand, work on the sales side of the industry. In this position, your responsibilities include introducing your employer’s product to a potential buyer and, sometimes, consulting on items such as label and bottle design.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a wine manager?

To thrive as a Wine Manager, you need in-depth knowledge of wines, inventory management, and purchasing, often supported by certifications like WSET or Court of Master Sommeliers. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, inventory tracking software, and supplier ordering platforms is typically required. Excellent customer service, communication, and leadership skills help you build rapport with clients and lead staff effectively. These skills ensure optimal wine selection, efficient operations, and an exceptional guest experience, directly impacting business success.

How does a wine manager typically collaborate with chefs and event staff to curate wine selections?

A Wine Manager works closely with chefs to design wine lists that complement the restaurant's cuisine and enhance the overall dining experience. They often participate in menu tastings to ensure the wine pairings are harmonious and may train the waitstaff on how to present and serve selected wines. For special events or private functions, the Wine Manager collaborates with event coordinators to create customized wine offerings, taking into account guest preferences and event themes. This teamwork ensures a cohesive and memorable experience for guests while supporting the restaurant's brand and profitability.

What is the difference between Wine Manager vs Sommelier?

AspectWine ManagerSommelier
CertificationsWSET, CMS, Court of Master Sommeliers certificationsWSET, CMS, Court of Master Sommeliers certifications
Work EnvironmentHotels, restaurants, wine retail, distributionUpscale restaurants, wine bars, hotels
Primary FocusManaging wine inventory, staff training, purchasingWine service, customer education, wine pairing
Employer & Industry UsageHospitality, retail, distribution sectorsFine dining, hospitality, wine service

While both roles require wine knowledge and certifications like WSET or CMS, a Wine Manager primarily oversees wine inventory, staff training, and purchasing in hospitality or retail settings. A Sommelier focuses on wine service, customer education, and pairing in fine dining environments. The roles often overlap but differ in daily responsibilities and focus areas.

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Infographic showing various Wine Manager job openings in Romeoville, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 82% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 79% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $64,841 per year, or $31.2 per hour.

Wine and Liquor Store Manager

geneva wine cellars

Geneva, IL • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 23 days ago

Job description

Company Description

Our International wine selections are thoughtfully curated by our Certified Sommeliers. We seek out small family producers, many using organic and biodynamic practices. We pride ourselves on sharing our knowledge with our customers so please ask questions!

Grab the best seat in town for people-watching on historic Third Street while you enjoy Sommelier-selected wines by the glass before or after dinner. Or order some small plates from one of our many great restaurant neighbors. You can also choose any bottle from our retail shelves to open for a low $10 service charge.

Boutique doesn't mean expensive! We price match any big box liquor or grocery store items in the Fox Valley region*. We offer a 5% discount on mixed cases of 6 or 10% off a full case of a single wine. We are happy to seek out special orders.

Job Description

Duties: 

  • Provide in-store assistance to customers
  • Beer Buying 
  • Manage/Train Personnel
  • Preparing daily register schedule
  • Maintaining weekly time schedule for employees
  • Assist and perform in-store wine tasting and education
  • Coordinate Special Events
  • Maintaining daily stock operations
  • Inventory Management and store displays
  • Cultivate and maintain relationships for reliable sales of everyday wine as well as allocated wine.
Qualifications

Requirements: 

  • Positive Customer Service Oriented Attitude Extremely Essential 
  • Self motivated and ability to multi-task 
  • Creative and "Out of the box thinking" 
  • Computer and polished writing skills are definite advantages (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, any POS(point of sale) systems)
  • Be a store 'key-holder' - open and/or close the store several nights a week, supervising sales and operations staff to make sure that policies are followed and responsibilities are carried out. 
  • Detailed oriented and strong organizational skills 


Qualifications: 

  • 1-3 year retail wine and/or similar experience 
  • Possess passion for wine, beer, liquor and a desire to share this passion with others 
  • Independently motivated and flexible, ability to prioritize, multi-task and work under pressure 
  • Be comfortable "wearing a number of different hats" - multitasking to take care of your daily responsibilities while helping customers 
  • Know how to provide outstanding customer service 
  • Be able and willing to moving 50 pound boxes, when necessary 
  • Be computer literate 
  • Must be willing to work weekends and off hours
Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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