Job Description
About Our Client
Our client is a well-established, iconic winery with nearly 40 years of history, renowned for producing exceptional wines and delivering memorable guest experiences. Located on a beautiful waterfront setting, the company combines a rich heritage with a vibrant, energetic, and welcoming atmosphere. They are deeply committed to maintaining premium brand standards, fostering a strong team culture, and creating exceptional hospitality experiences for both new and loyal customers.
What They Bring to the Table
Our client offers a high-impact leadership opportunity in a prestigious winery known for its quality wines and outstanding guest experience. They provide competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a dynamic, supportive environment where leaders can make a meaningful impact on business performance and team development.
- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) plan
- Vibrant, team-oriented culture in a scenic waterfront location with emphasis on collaboration, creativity, and work-life balance
What You Bring to the Table
We are seeking an experienced General Manager with minimum 5 years of hospitality or winery management experience (including 3+ years in a senior leadership role), strong P&L management skills, excellent leadership and team-building abilities, and a genuine passion for wine and guest experience. You will lead all operations at the winery location, drive financial performance, deliver exceptional guest experiences, and build a high-performing team while preserving the brand’s rich heritage and premium standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead all daily operations of the tasting room, cellar, and guest-facing activities to ensure smooth, efficient, and profitable performance
- Recruit, hire, train, mentor, and coach a high-performing team while fostering a positive, values-driven culture
- Deliver exceptional guest experiences through outstanding service, wine education, events, and personalized engagement
- Manage the site’s P&L, develop and control the annual budget, monitor costs, and implement strategies to maximize revenue and profitability
- Oversee inventory management, POS systems, reservations, staffing schedules, and compliance with safety, sanitation, and responsible alcohol service regulations
- Collaborate with marketing and DTC teams to support wine club growth, member retention, events, and overall brand objectives
This is a fantastic leadership opportunity to guide a historic and beloved winery location, shape the guest experience, and drive business success in a vibrant, scenic environment. You’ll join a passionate team that values excellence, creativity, and a genuine love for wine and hospitality.