Wine Tasting Room Associate

Now hiring Wine Tasting Room Associates for the only winery in Downtown Ventura.

We are a small batch winery with coastal vibes and relaxed approach to enjoying unique and experimental wines.

We are looking for friendly and service oriented candidates that are passionate about good wine with a good vibe to our team!

Previous Tasting Room experience is A MUST. Please do not apply if you do not have relevant wine/Tasting Room experience.

Job Description:

- Collaborate closely with our team to create a friendly and knowledgeable culture around wine within our Tasting Room.

- Uphold our brand's standards and consistently work to enhance guest experience.

- Initiate tastings by guiding guests through our menu and educating them on our wines.

- Preparing and glasses, bottles, and other available menu items.

- Opening and closing duties such as as set up, cleaning, restocking and preparing menu items for service.

- Accuracy managing inventory and order management on POS system.

- Assist with organizing of special events.

- Promoting wine club, events, and encouraging guests to return,

- Facilitating any tasks delegated by management/ownership with initiative and positive attitude,

- Provide excellent customer service and guest experience at all times.

Requirements:

- Must possess a positive attitude toward team members and be welcoming and enthusiastic to our guests.

- Must be excited about wines and educating our guests on our unique products.

- Must demonstrate sales skills to meet monthly sales goals an receive bonuses.

- Previous Wine Tasting Room experience is REQUIRED.

- Availability most afternoons/evenings

- Willingness and availability to work during peak times, including weekends, holidays, and evenings, and adaptability to a finely-tuned service schedule.

- Full weekend availability for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday is preferred. Partial but regular weekend availability may be considered.

- Must possess or be willing to satisfy any required certifications for serving alcohol

- Ability to lift, carry, or transport items up to 50 pounds (roughly equivalent to a case of wine).

- Must be available to start immediately for part-time hours.

- Must be at least 21 years of age

To apply, respond with your resume along with any references and any social media links if applicable, and also include your availability.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $16.00 - $17.00 per hour

Expected hours: 4 – 16 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Compensation package:

• Bonus opportunities
• Commission pay
• Hourly pay
• Tips

Experience level:

• 1 year
• 2 years

Physical setting:

• Bar

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Ventura, CA 93001: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person