Tasting Room Associate

Julie’s Dream Winery is a boutique winery located in the heart of Temecula Wine Country. We are seeking a hospitality-focused, customer-oriented individual to join our team as a Part-Time Tasting Room Server.

The ideal candidate is a team player with excellent communication skills, a positive attitude, and a passion for creating exceptional guest experiences. This position plays a key role in wine sales, wine club growth, and delivering memorable hospitality to our guests.

Job Details

Pay: $16.90 per hour, plus tips, bottle commission, and Wine Club sign-up commission opportunities.

Schedule:

● Weekends and Holidays as needed

● Variable schedule, typically 8–16 hours per week

● Additional hours may be available during events, holidays, and peak business periods

Work Location: In Person – Temecula, CA

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

● Provide exceptional customer service and hospitality to guests

● Conduct wine tastings and educate guests about winery offerings

● Promote wine sales and Wine Club memberships

● Create engaging and memorable guest experiences

● Assist with opening and closing procedures

● Maintain cleanliness, organization, and presentation of the tasting room and guest areas

● Perform routine janitorial and housekeeping duties, including sweeping, mopping floors, cleaning mirrors and surfaces, removing trash, general cleanup, and cleaning and restocking guest and employee restrooms

● Help maintain a clean, safe, sanitary, and presentable winery environment for guests and staff

● Restock wine, merchandise, and operational supplies

● Bus tables, wash and polish glassware, and support daily tasting room operations

● Assist with winery events and special functions

● Work collaboratively as a team player to support overall winery operations

● Meet or exceed individual and team sales goals, including Wine Club membership goals

● Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Qualifications

● Must be at least 21 years of age

● Previous customer service, hospitality, restaurant, retail, or wine industry experience preferred

● Strong interpersonal and communication skills

● Professional appearance and demeanor

● Ability to multitask and adapt in a fast-paced environment

● Experience with POS systems preferred

● Ability to stand and walk for extended periods

● Ability to safely lift and carry up to 40 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation

● Ability to work weekends, holidays, and special events

Benefits

● Employee discount

● Flexible schedule

Julie’s Dream Winery is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are made in accordance with applicable federal, state, and California employment laws.