Distillery Hospitality GM: Events, Retail & Dining

Middle West Spirits, LLC; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off and holidays

401k w/ company match

Job summary

Middle West Spirits in Columbus, OH is seeking a Hospitality General Manager to lead our hospitality operations, from restaurant front-of-house to bottle shop and events. You will drive guest experiences, financial performance, and team culture with strategic and day-to-day leadership.

You will oversee service standards, budgeting, inventory, and event planning, working closely with sales and marketing to expand offerings.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of leadership in hospitality, restaurant, or related operations.
• ServSafe Food Manager certification, or ability to obtain.
• Experience in a distillery, winery, or hospitality venue is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations of restaurant, kitchen, and bottle shop.
• Develop, implement, and uphold service standards and SOPs.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and alcohol service regulations.
• Manage hospitality budgets, labor, F&B costs, and operating expenses.
• Drive revenue growth across dining, retail, and events channels.
• Oversee event planning and execution at Service Bar and private events.
• Collaborate with clients, stakeholders, and vendors for successful events.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Event planning

Guest service

Team development

Education

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Middle West Spirits in Columbus, OH is seeking a Hospitality General Manager to lead our hospitality operations, from restaurant front-of-house to bottle shop and events. You will drive guest experiences, financial performance, and team culture with strategic and day-to-day leadership.

You will oversee service standards, budgeting, inventory, and event planning, working closely with sales and marketing to expand offerings.