At Grove City Brewing Company & Plum Run Winery, our people are at the heart of what we do. From the brewhouse to the kitchen to the front-of-house team who knows your favorite order by heart – every member of our staff plays a part in creating the warm, welcoming experience we’re known for.
Meet the passionate leaders, makers, and hospitality professionals who bring our craft to life every day.
Founders Plum Run Winery
Dave & Diane Crosby
Founders Plum Run Winery
Our story began with a passion for local wine and craft beer – and the vision to bring people together in the heart of Historic Downtown Grove City.
Husband-and-wife founders of Plum Run Winery and Grove City Brewing Co., Dave and Diane brought their passion for wine, craft, and community to life right here in Grove City.
Business Partners
Ray Smolinski
Trevor Luther
Michael Mantkowski
Brewery Team
Trevor Luther
Head Brewer
Trevor serves as Head Brewer at Grove City Brewing Company, leading recipe development, production scheduling, and quality control across the brewery’s tap lineup. He oversees brewing operations from grain to glass, ensuring consistency, innovation, and technical precision in every batch. With a balance of creativity and process discipline, Trevor drives a beer program that supports growth, seasonal rotation, and a standout guest experience.
Winery Team
Joe Weeks
Winemaker
Joe serves as Winemaker for Plum Run Winery, leading the production, blending, and quality control of all wines from grape to glass. He oversees fermentation, aging, flavor development, and bottling to ensure each release reflects craftsmanship and consistency. Through both technical expertise and creative vision, Joe shapes a wine program that complements and elevates the overall experience at Grove City Brewing Company.
Culinary Team
Abbie Randall-Smith
Sous Chef and Kitchen Manager
Abbie serves as Kitchen Manager and Sous Chef, overseeing all back-of-house operations while guiding the creative direction of the menu at Grove City Brewing Company and Plum Run Winery. She leads menu development, recipe execution, inventory control, and team performance to ensure consistency, profitability, and quality. With a balance of culinary creativity and operational discipline, Abbie keeps the kitchen organized, efficient, and evolving.
Brendan Baum
Kitchen Supervisor
Brendan serves as Kitchen Supervisor at Grove City Brewing Company and Plum Run Winery, overseeing daily back-of-house operations and ensuring smooth, efficient service. He supports the kitchen team through clear communication, quality control, and hands-on leadership during prep and peak service. Brendan plays a key role in maintaining food standards, organization, and accountability to keep the kitchen running at a high level.
Amy Thompson
Kitchen Supervisor
Amy is a Kitchen Supervisor who helps drive consistency, efficiency, and teamwork in the back of house at Grove City Brewing Company and Plum Run Winery. She keeps service moving by managing prep, monitoring execution, and stepping in wherever support is needed during busy shifts. With a strong focus on standards and communication, Amy ensures the kitchen delivers quality food while maintaining a positive, accountable work environment.
Leadership Team
Amanda Brown
General Manager
Amanda oversees all daily operations for both Grove City Brewing Co. and Plum Run Winery – from guest experience and staffing to menu development, events, and community partnerships. With a deep love for Grove City and a relentless commitment to service, she leads the team with heart, humor, and hands-on dedication.
Jodi Burroughs
Jodi Burroughs is a hands-on leader at Grove City Brewing Company and Plum Run Winery, overseeing everything from HR and accounting to daily operations and team development. She ensures the business runs smoothly by managing finances, supporting staff, coordinating departments, and solving problems in real time. From behind-the-scenes systems to front-of-house guest experience, Jodi plays a critical role in making sure every part of the operation functions at a high level.
FOH Leadership
Savannah Badillo
Lead Bartender
Haleigh Price
Ali Kappes
Bar Operations Lead
Emily Davis
Server Supervisor
Hunter Watts
Server Supervisor
Lead Trainer
Our Team Philosophy
We’re more than a brewery and winery – we’re a community.
Our team works together to create a space where guests can relax, celebrate, explore new flavors, and feel at home. Every pint poured, wine flight served, and dish brought to the table is a reflection of the people behind it.
We’re proud of our team, grateful for our guests, and honored to be part of the Grove City community.
EMPLOYEES OF THE MONTH
At Grove City Brewing Company & Plum Run Winery, our team is what makes the magic happen. Each month we recognize one or more team members as Employee of the Month for going above and beyond for our guests and for each other.
All FOH and BOH staff are eligible, and any team member can nominate a coworker who demonstrates outstanding service, a positive attitude, teamwork, and that extra spark of awesomeness.
We love celebrating the people who help make GCBC & PRW such a great place to work and visit. 🍻
This Month’s Employee of the Month
Join Our Team
Join our team at Grove City Brewing Co. & Plum Run Winery and be part of a fun, fast-paced, community-focused environment. We’re always looking for positive, hardworking people who love great food, great drinks, and taking care of our guests. If you’re ready to grow, learn, and be part of a supportive team, we’d love to meet you.