Tasting Room Sales Associate
(Wine Jobs:
Wine Retail & Sommelier)
Part Time
Karah Estates Vineyards
Cotati,
California
Tasting Room Sales Associate
Karah Estate Vineyards has an immediate opening for a Tasting Room Sales Associate for our small family owned winery which is located in Cotati. This is a part-time position, working 2-3 days per week (Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays) plus the potential of some hours during the week. Attire is wine country professional.
Tasting Room Duties:
*Interact with customers in a professional, energetic, and friendly manner.
*Pour and describe wines, relate wine knowledge and sell effectively.
*Greet visitors and conduct tastings in a friendly, comfortable manner.
* Opening and closing the tasting room, participating in inventory, stocking wine and, processing orders.
*Maintains Tasting Room cleanliness and overall aesthetics.
*Additional responsibilities available depending on skills and experience.
QUALIFICATIONS
* High School Diploma or Equivalent
* Demonstrated ability to multi-task, follow-up and work in a fast pace environment under pressure
* Two to five years of experience in retail sales, preferably in the hospitality industry
* Must be 21 years of age
* Knowledge of wine and an interest in developing expertise in wine
* Display professionalism when dealing with guests
* Friendly, outgoing and energetic with exceptional communication skills
* Pro-active and thorough in completing existing tasks and pursuing new assignments
* Superior customer service skills and service driven
* Work independently with minimal direct supervision
* Excellent organizational & interpersonal skills with attention to detail
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
* Must be able to frequently lift and carry weights of up to 40 pounds at varying frequencies
* Ability to perform tasks requiring bending, stooping, standing, and twisting in the performance of various tasks
* Ability to stand for long periods of time
Position reports to Sales & Hospitality Manager
Start date: Immediately
Salary: Hourly + wine club bonus