Wine Estate Hospitality Manager

Placements24; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation assistance

Performance bonus

Wine estate discounts

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Wine Estate Hospitality Manager to lead guest-facing operations at a renowned Stellenbosch wine estate. The role includes managing the tasting room, restaurant, and accommodation facilities to deliver exceptional service aligned with the estate’s brand.

You will guide hospitality teams, oversee budgets, ensure health and liquor compliance, and work with winemaking and marketing to drive memorable experiences and revenue growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in hospitality management.
• Strong understanding of wine, winemaking processes, and wine tasting etiquette.
• Proven track record in managing teams, driving sales, and delivering exceptional customer service.
• Excellent leadership, communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with POS systems and hospitality management software.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead the hospitality team, including tasting room staff, restaurant servers, and potentially accommodation hosts, ensuring high performance and service standards.
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the wine tasting room, restaurant, and any other guest-facing facilities.
• Develop and implement strategies to enhance the guest experience, focusing on personalized service and creating unique brand interactions.
• Manage budgets for hospitality operations, including revenue forecasting, cost control, and profitability analysis.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and liquor licensing regulations.
• Collaborate with the winemaking and marketing teams to align hospitality offerings with the estate's brand identity and promotional activities.

Skills

Hospitality management

Team leadership

Communication

Wine knowledge

POS systems

Tools

POS systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a distinguished wine estate in the heart of the Cape Winelands, is seeking an accomplished Wine Estate Hospitality Manager to oversee all guest-facing operations in Stellenbosch . This role is responsible for delivering exceptional experiences to visitors, managing the tasting room, restaurant, and any accommodation facilities, ensuring the highest standards of service excellence. You will be a key figure in representing the estate's brand and commitment to quality, driving revenue, and fostering a memorable and sophisticated atmosphere for guests from around the world.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and lead the hospitality team, including tasting room staff, restaurant servers, and potentially accommodation hosts, ensuring high performance and service standards.
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the wine tasting room, restaurant, and any other guest-facing facilities.
• Develop and implement strategies to enhance the guest experience, focusing on personalized service and creating unique brand interactions.
• Manage budgets for hospitality operations, including revenue forecasting, cost control, and profitability analysis.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and liquor licensing regulations.
• Collaborate with the winemaking and marketing teams to align hospitality offerings with the estate's brand identity and promotional activities.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in hospitality management, preferably within the wine or luxury tourism industry.
• A strong understanding of wine, winemaking processes, and wine tasting etiquette is essential.
• Proven track record in managing teams, driving sales, and delivering exceptional customer service.
• Excellent leadership, communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with POS systems and hospitality management software.
• A passion for the wine industry and a commitment to upholding the reputation of a premium wine estate.

Benefits

• Attractive salary commensurate with experience and a performance-driven bonus structure.
• Accommodation may be provided or subsidized, depending on the candidate.
• Opportunity to work within a renowned wine estate in a stunning location.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Employee discounts on wine purchases and estate offerings.