Wine Manager
About The Position
The h.wood Group is seeking a Wine Manager to support and execute the wine program across multiple venues, ensuring consistency, organization, and operational excellence. Working closely with the Wine Director, this role handles key administrative and operational functions, including inventory management, cellar organization and stocking, and maintaining accuracy within the POS system. The Wine Manager supports the guest experience through floor presence, providing knowledgeable and approachable wine service, guiding guests through the wine list, and ensuring service standards are met. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, service-minded, interested in wine, and eager to grow within a structured beverage program.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of experience in a high-volume, elevated dining restaurant.
- Food Handler’s Certification.
- Must be 21 years of age or older.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States.
- Detail-oriented, with effective communication and written skills.
- Ability to multitask.
- Team player.
- Self-motivated and performance-driven.
- Professional and courteous.
- Able to remain in a stationary position for up to 8 hours throughout the work shift.
- Able to reach, bend, stoop, and frequently lift up to 50 pounds.
- Punctual, with regular and reliable attendance.
- Effective communication, written, and interpersonal skills.
Responsibilities
- Maintain complete knowledge of wine lists and wine and food pairings at all venues.
- Maintain and update cellar and storage inventory according to set pars and internal controls.
- Assist Lead Bartenders with product ordering to maintain stock.
- Meet regularly with the wine trade to seek quality wines for the restaurant wine program and evaluate wines and other beverages for potential purchase.
- Verify the accuracy of wine deliveries ordered and received from the main warehouse, and return or exchange deliveries when warehouse errors occur.
- Manage prices, purchases, and requisitions to maintain appropriate beverage costs.
- Reduce waste by training and supervising employees on wine knowledge, pour levels, and proper storage, as well as through other cost-reducing means.
- Participate actively in weekly, in-venue wine education for Front of House staff.
- Support the guest experience through floor presence, wine service, and guidance through the wine list while ensuring service standards are met.
- Perform other job-related duties as needed.
Benefits
- Medical insurance offered the first of the month after 60 days of employment.
- Dental insurance offered the first of the month after 60 days of employment.
- Vision insurance offered the first of the month after 60 days of employment.
- Life insurance offered the first of the month after 60 days of employment.
- Flexible Paid Time Off.
- Generous Company Dining Discount.
- $70,000 base salary plus commission.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
