Tasting Room Manager
Grace Hill Winery | Whitewater, Kansas
Grace Hill Winery is seeking a full-time Tasting Room Manager to lead our guest experience, tasting room team, wine club engagement, and on-site events.
This is a hands-on leadership position for someone who enjoys hospitality, sales, team development, and creating memorable guest experiences. The ideal candidate is an organized, energetic leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working directly with customers and staff.
Typical schedule is Thursday through Monday and includes weekends, evenings, and special events as needed.
About Grace Hill Winery
Grace Hill Winery is one of Kansas' premier winery destinations, welcoming thousands of guests each year for wine tastings, live music, special events, wine club experiences, and private gatherings. Our mission is simple: create great wine and provide exceptional hospitality.
Responsibilities
Lead and manage tasting room staff
Recruit, train, coach, and develop team members
Create employee schedules and manage staffing needs
Ensure an exceptional guest experience every day
Oversee tasting room operations, inventory, and merchandise
Support and grow the winery's wine club program
Coordinate and execute winery events and private functions
Monitor sales performance and identify opportunities for growth
Handle customer service issues professionally and effectively
Work closely with ownership to improve operations and guest satisfaction
Qualifications
Previous management or supervisory experience
Strong customer service and hospitality skills
Excellent communication and leadership abilities
Ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Comfortable working weekends, evenings, and special events
Ability to lift 40 pounds and remain on your feet for extended periods
Preferred Qualifications
Hospitality, restaurant, hotel, brewery, winery, country club, or event management experience
Sales experience
Wine knowledge or wine certifications (not required)
What We're Looking For
The right person does not need to be a wine expert on day one.
We can teach wine.
We're looking for someone who enjoys leading people, delivering exceptional hospitality, solving problems, growing sales, and helping guests create memorable experiences.
Success in this role comes from building a strong team, developing relationships with guests, growing wine club membership, and creating an environment that keeps customers coming back.
Compensation & Benefits
Base salary of $50,000–$65,000, depending on experience
Commission and bonus opportunities tied to performance and sales goals
Health insurance benefits
Retirement plan with company matching
Paid time off
Employee wine discounts
Ongoing wine education and professional development opportunities
Why Grace Hill Winery?
This is more than a tasting room position. It is an opportunity to help lead one of Kansas' most recognized wineries and play a key role in shaping the experience for thousands of guests each year.
If you are passionate about hospitality, leadership, and creating memorable experiences, we'd love to hear from you.
To Apply
Please send a resume and a brief note explaining why you'd be a great fit for the role to:
Jeff Sollo
Grace Hill Winery
jeff@gracehillwinery.com
Applications will be reviewed as they are received.