Position Overview:
Join our farm winery team as a Tasting Room Associate, where you’ll create memorable experiences for guests by sharing your knowledge and passion for our locally produced wines. In this position, you’ll be the face of our winery, guiding visitors through wine flights, making thoughtful recommendations, answering questions and ensuring exceptional service.
Hours:
- Part-time, 15-35 hours per week
- Flexible schedule
- Weekend availability required
Key Responsibilities:
- Guide guests through wine tasting options, and providing brief explanations of our wine flights and each wine within
- Provide knowledgeable recommendations based on customer preferences
- Process sales transactions for wine by the glass, bottle, flights, and merchandise
- Develop deep product knowledge of our wine portfolio
- Maintain a clean and organized tasting bar
- Assist with special events and live music nights as needed
- Contribute to creating a welcoming, educational atmosphere for visitors
- Bring positive energy, friendly personality, genuine engagement, and ability to interact with guests
- Adhere to dress code guidelines by maintaining a professional, presentable, and personable appearance
Qualifications:
- Must be 21 years of age or older
- Excellent customer service and communication skills
- Passion for meeting new people and talking about wine
- Previous hospitality, tasting room, or service industry experience preferred
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 30 pounds (wine cases)
- Retail experience a plus
- Wine knowledge preferred but not required
- TIPS certification or willingness to obtain
- Education: High school or equivalent
What We Offer:
- $18/hour plus tips
- Flexible scheduling ideal for students or those seeking supplemental income
- Staff discounts on merchandise
- Opportunity to grow within the company
- Blackthorne Cellars is committed to our guests, our work, our team members and to having fun.
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