Assistant Manager / Event Coordinator - Saddlehill Winery & Farmhouse Kitchen

Saddlehill Cellars; Voorhees Township (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading agritourism experience as an Assistant Manager / Event Coordinator at a picturesque winery in Voorhees Township. This role focuses on driving revenue through event coordination and enhancing guest experiences. Ideal candidates are organized, customer-focused, and passionate about wine and culinary pairings. Responsibilities include event sales, planning, and floor management support, ensuring a memorable experience for guests.

Qualifications

• 2+ years management experience in hospitality, winery, or event venue.
• Proven success in booking and executing group events.

Responsibilities

• Identify and solicit large group bookings, respond to inquiries.
• Oversee front-of-house team, ensure standards, assist with training.

Skills

Customer Service

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Knowledge of Food and Wine Pairings

Education

2+ years management experience

Tools

POS Systems

Basic Computer Applications

Job description

Assistant Manager / Event Coordinator - Saddlehill Winery & Farmhouse Kitchen

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Base pay range

$55,000.00/yr - $62,000.00/yr

About Saddlehill Winery & Farmhouse Kitchen

Nestled amidst 70+ acres of picturesque vineyards and farmland in Voorhees Township, NJ, just a short drive from Philadelphia, Saddlehill Winery & Farmhouse Kitchen offers a unique agritourism experience. Our expansive tasting room boasts stunning views, and we are a farm-to-table establishment serving dishes made primarily from estate-grown ingredients, along with estate-crafted wines and farm-produced retail items. We aim to create a welcoming environment for our guests to enjoy quality wine and food pairings.

The Role

Saddlehill Winery & Farmhouse Kitchen seeks a dynamic Assistant Manager with a focus on Event Coordination. Reporting to the General Manager, this role involves driving revenue and enhancing guest experiences through soliciting, planning, and executing group events, as well as supporting floor management as needed. The ideal candidate is organized, customer-focused, passionate about wine and culinary pairings, and committed to creating memorable experiences.

Responsibilities (Event Coordination)

1. Event Sales & Booking: Identify and solicit large group bookings, respond to inquiries, develop proposals, conduct site tours, negotiate contracts, and maintain booking records.
2. Event Planning & Execution: Serve as main contact for clients, collaborate with culinary team, coordinate logistics, oversee event execution, troubleshoot issues, and follow up post-event.
3. Business Development & Marketing: Explore new markets, assist in marketing efforts, network locally, and stay informed on industry trends.

Responsibilities (Floor Management Support)

1. Staff Supervision: Oversee front-of-house team, ensure standards, assist with training.
2. Customer Service: Handle inquiries and complaints, interact with guests.
3. Operations: Manage seating, monitor cleanliness, oversee service flow.
4. Coordination & Communication: Liaise with kitchen and staff, communicate specials and operational updates.
5. Problem Solving & Safety: Address issues promptly, ensure safety and sanitation standards.
6. Financial & Inventory Management: Assist with cash handling, monitor inventory, manage staffing schedules.

Qualifications

• 2+ years management experience in hospitality, winery, or event venue.
• Proven success in booking and executing group events.
• Excellent customer service, organizational, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of food and wine pairings.
• Proficiency with POS systems and basic computer applications.
• Flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Knowledge of safety standards; TIPS certification preferred.
• Passion for hospitality, wine, and guest experiences.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management, Wineries