Tasting Room Associate
(Wine Jobs:
Wine Retail & Sommelier)
Contract
Oliver,
British Columbia
Job Responsibilities
- Reporting to the General Manager & Supervisors
- Embrace and demonstrate Valley Commons’ Core Values of:
- Authentic
- Effective, Efficient & Hard Working
- Passionate
- Seeking Continuous Improvement
- Respectful & Fun
- Relatable hospitality that translates into wine sales; lead public and private tours, tastings, and other guest experiences as assigned.
- Describes our wines, winemaking techniques, and winery history.
- Provide consistent brand messaging to guests.
- Facilitate checkout experience for guests using the POS system.
- Coordinate guest experiences using reservation management software as well as managing reservation inquiries and questions.
- Assist with special events
- Ensure POS cashouts are balanced, accurate and signed at the end of the shift.
- Setting up and cleaning up daily operations and special events, including washing and polishing all glassware
- Representing Stoneboat Vineyards at external winery events when needed
- Cleaning and organizing of all spaces including, but not limited to, tasting rooms, storage rooms, washrooms, entrances, patios, and grass areas.
- Working professionally as part of the team, including managing relationships with collogues, guests and stakeholders.
- Other tasks as assigned.
Job Qualifications
· Wine industry experience preferred (including restaurant and liquor store)
· Skill in providing outstanding hospitality
· Attention to detail
· Available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
· Demonstrated excellent verbal, interpersonal skills
· Ability to effectively communicate with diverse client groups of varying sizes
· Able to stand and/or walk for long periods and lift up to 40 lbs
This role is compensated through Salary, Commissions, and Tips. The base pay will be determined based on the applicant's qualifications. We expect the hourly rate to be approximately $34 per hour or more with commissions and gratuity.
