Tasting Room Associate

Tasting Room Employee Job Description

Position Summary:

· Greet all visitors to English Newsom Cellars and pour wines for tasting.

· Converse with customers on the wine and wine / food pairings

· Create a memorable experience for the customer

· Describe and answer questions regarding our wines, merchandise, history and facility.

· Handle sales transactions, cash register and accounting of daily sales

· Answer phone and take phone orders , answer questions and give directions to the winery.

· Pack wine orders for shipment

· Assist in maintaining cleanliness of winery

· Assist with events as needed

· Represent English Newsom Cellars at outside functions as needed

· Acquire and maintain thorough wine knowledge

· Perform other duties as assigned by management

· Weekend work is required

· Maintenance of bar including washing glasses and organizing supplies

· Prepare food for guests and follow food handling guidelines

· Label all food with expiration labels

· Complete duties from Opening / Closing Cleaning Checklist. Responsibilities include facility housekeeping: tasting room, restrooms, patio, windows, kitchen, floors, trash, dusting etc.

· Meetings and trainings are mandatory and will be scheduled based on business needs

· Work in a team environment and perform duties assigned by management.

Qualifications:

· Wine related experience helpful

· Knowledge of wine and wine production

· Commitment to excellence and high standards

· Proficient on the computer and POS system

· Excellent oral communication and presentation skills

· Strong organizational, problem solving and analytical skills

· Professional appearance and demeanor

· Excellent customer service skills

· Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.

· Willingness to work with constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm

Physical Requirements:

· Must be able to bend, squat, climb, push, stoop and crouch repeatedly.

· Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods

· Must be able to lift 50 pounds

· Coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15.00 - $15.50 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Shift:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15 - $16