Location
Peachland, British Columbia
Hourly Wage
$19-$21 per hour
Job Type
Part Time
Job Overview
Fitzpatrick Family Vineyards is located at the historic Greata Ranch property, situated between Peachland and Summerland. We specialize in sparkling wine and aromatic whites from our 30-acre property.
The goal at Fitzpatrick is to define the culture of sparkling wine in the Okanagan Valley through site-revealing wines of international stature and providing remarkable hospitality experiences.
Winery Experience Maker:
The winery experience makers will be ambassadors, educators, and guides to offer a premium winery visit at Fitzpatrick Family Vineyards. Part Time roles are available.
Responsibilities:
- Introduce and educate guests to Fitzpatrick Family Vineyards (FFV) sparkling and still wines.
- Communicate the history, varietals planted, winemaking methods and wines.
- Learn and maintain an up-to-date knowledge of our wines, features, retail items, events, and organized tours.
- Providing premier guest experiences and allowing guests to enjoy sophisticated ease while at the winery.
- Build a brand following by recognizing repeat guests and creating reasons to come back regularly.
- Keep the tasting room clean and always organized.
Requirements
Position Requirements:
- Previous experience in retail sales or hospitality paired with a passion for selling.
- Proven experience and interest in selling wine.
- Ability to provide remarkable guest experiences.
- WSET or ISG certificate an asset.
- Valid 'Serving it Right' certificate.
- Required to use stairs, repetitive lifting up to 40 pounds and stand for extended periods, inside and outside.
- Our team must have flexible schedules to maintain the operations tasting rooms running seven days per week.
- Duties as assigned and eager to learn!
Compensation
Compensation:
Competitive, based on experience.
Gratuities, which are prorated to hours worked on the floor, typically $3 - $4 an hour, and in peak season up to $5 - $10.
Generous staff discount on all wine, merchandise, and in 19Bistro.
How to Apply
Email resumes to wineshop@fitzwine.com
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