What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tasting Room Sales Associate position at Sweetgrass Farm Winery & Distillery?
Sweetgrass Winery & Distillery is hiring for a part-time seasonal retail position in our Portland tasting room, Sweetgrass Old Port. Are you enthusiastic about the greater Portland food scene? Are you detail oriented and self motivated? Do you love wines and spirits?
This position helps guests by serving flights of wines and spirits from our small tasting bar and performing general customer service tasks. This position requires basic computer skills, strong communication skills and the ability to work independently.
Responsibilities include:
- Welcoming all tasting room guests;
- Conducting walk-in and/or reserved tastings;
- Providing exceptional service – answering questions and anticipating needs
- Educating guests on wines, spirits, Sweetgrass Winery & Distillery, etc.;
- Using POS system to facilitate retail purchases;
- Occasionally staffing special events;
- Maintaining high standards of quality control, hygiene, health and safety;
Other duties may be required as they arise
Hours will ramp up starting in spring and stay steady through the summer and holiday season (7 – 21 hours/weekly). Weekends are required, but nights are very rare. We strive to offer consistent scheduling each week and also offer some flexibility so that employees can best maintain their outside lives. Base pay starts at $17.50/hour, plus tips.
Job Types: Part-time, Seasonal
Pay: From $17.50 per hour
Expected hours: 7 – 21 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid sick time
Shift:
- Day shift
Ability to Commute:
- Portland, ME 04101 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18