Tasting Room Assistant

A Tasting Room Assistant job in Woodinville, WA is available at Ste. Michelle Wine Estates (SMWE).  As a Tasting Room Assistant, you will serve as an ambassador of the company, exemplifying excellence in customer service.  You help set the tone for the winery experience and will ensure that every guest feels a positive and genuine connection with the winery.

This is a part time, hourly role that is eligible for tips. Candidates will need to have evening and weekend availability.

Ste. Michelle Wine Estates is the largest wine company in the Pacific Northwest, and among the largest premium wine companies in the U.S, with roots dating back to 1933. Throughout our 90 year history, what has remained constant is our unwavering commitment to quality, service to our customers, and connection with our community. We are proud that our award-winning wines farmed in Oregon and Washington are an expression of all the best things about the Pacific Northwest — the spirit of people, the abundance of the land, and the excellence-driven culture. Our distinctive portfolio of wines, including Chateau Ste. Michelle, 14 Hands, Columbia Crest, Erath, A to Z Wineworks, REX HILL, Intrinsic, Liquid Light, Northstar, and Spring Valley Vineyard, are enjoyed across the U.S. and distributed in over 100 countries.

Tasting Room  Assistant job responsibilities include:

• Helping to clear tables following use including wiping down tables, refilling waters and crackers as needed
• Washing and buffing glassware and other dishware items
• Replenish wine, merchandise, and other items as needed to help with shift operations.
• General housekeeping duties to ensure the appearance and cleanliness of the tasting room are up to or exceed standards.
• Assisting with completion of food orders according to presentation guidelines as needed
• Assisting with all elements of winery and private event set up, execution, and break-down as instructed by the tasting room management team

Position Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age with High School diploma or equivalent
• Strong communication skills, customer service skills, sales skills and the ability to prioritize while handling multiple tasks is required
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment
• Goal orientated and able to work as part of a team
• Must be flexible and available to work varied hours
• Must have a valid Food Handlers Permit
• History of responsible use of alcohol and other appropriate conduct, as well as fitness to be licensed, permitted, and/or certified by state and/or local regulatory bodies

Physical Requirements:

• Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Stand, walk for extended periods of time

Your Compensation: 

$16.15 - $19.37/hour based upon relevant experience. 

At Ste. Michelle Wine Estates we believe in paying our employees equal pay for equal work. Individual offers are made dependent upon a candidate’s prior experience and education level as it pertains to the role.

Benefits of working with Ste. Michelle Wine Estates:

Our Total Rewards programs are designed to attract, motivate, and retain talented, curious people with a passion for innovation, collaboration, continuous improvement, and growth.  We offer leading programs that inspire and reward superior performance and foster an inclusive, diverse, and healthy workforce.

• Health Care Coverage including medical, dental, vision & prescription – eligible on date of hire for full-time employees
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Employee Wine Discounts 

Culture at Ste. Michelle:

We Challenge: We are driven to succeed in everything we do, and we challenge ourselves and our team to perform at the highest level.

We Care: We put people first – our team, our consumers, our customers, our communities.

We Collaborate: We believe there is nothing we can’t accomplish – together – and we believe lifting up those around us is essential to achieving both individual and collective success.

Harvest your potential, Uncork the possibilities! 

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Ste. Michelle Wine Estates is an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other protected class.  For more information, see the EEOC's "Equal Employment Opportunity is The Law" poster.  

Ste. Michelle Wine Estates participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a United States Department of Homeland Security website that allows businesses to determine the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. Please visit the following website for additional information: https://www.e-verify.gov/about-e-verify/what-is-e-verify 

Salary : $16 - $19