Job Title: Assistant Floor Manager – Retail and Hospitality
Location: Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia
Job Type: Part-Time (Approx.30 hours/week) – Seasonal until December with potential for year-round employment
Start Date: Immediate
Compensation: Competitive, based on experience and staff discounts
Planters Ridge Winery, a small, locally focused winery in the heart of Nova Scotia’s Annapolis Valley, is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Assistant Floor Manager to support our tasting room, tours, and light food service operations. This hands-on role is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative team environment, is passionate about local wine and food, and excels in customer service and hospitality leadership.
You will report to the Retail and Hospitality Manager and support key team members to ensure a warm, professional, and memorable experience for all guests—from tastings and tours to retail and our seasonal bistro offerings.
Key Responsibilities
- Support Daily Operations: Lead the smooth execution of daily tasting room and food service functions, including opening and closing duties.
- Staff Leadership: Assist with staff scheduling, training, and ongoing support, fostering a positive and engaged team culture.
- Customer Experience: Provide exceptional hospitality, lead tastings, educate guests about our wines, and facilitate retail sales.
- Tour Coordination: Organize and lead winery tours and manage group bookings.
- Inventory & Ordering: Monitor inventory, assist with stock rotation, and liaise with suppliers to ensure timely ordering.
- Cleanliness & Presentation: Maintain cleanliness and visual standards across all guest areas in accordance with health and safety regulations.
- Team Culture: Encourage a respectful, collaborative, and guest-focused work environment.
Qualifications
- Experience in hospitality, food & beverage, or retail leadership roles (winery experience is an asset).
- Enthusiastic about local food, wine, and agritourism.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills; confident in a guest-facing leadership role.
- Organized, adaptable, and capable of managing multiple priorities.
- Proficient with point-of-sale systems and basic inventory procedures.
- Able to lift up to 30 lbs and work on your feet for extended periods.
- Availability to work weekends, holidays, and occasional evenings, especially during peak season.
- Smart Serve and Food Handling certifications are assets but not required.
What We Offer
- A chance to work in one of Nova Scotia’s most scenic and welcoming regions
- A supportive, passionate team environment
- Staff discounts on wine and merchandise
- Opportunities for growth and potential for year-round employment
How to Apply
If you’re excited to contribute to a locally rooted, guest-focused winery experience, please send your resume and a brief cover letter to: [email protected]
We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent, Seasonal
Pay: $17.00-$19.00 per hour
Expected hours: 25 – 35 per week
Additional pay:
- Tips
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- On-site parking
- Store discount
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Holidays
- Weekends as needed
Language:
- French (preferred)
Work Location: In person
