Tasting Lounge Associate
(Wine Jobs:
Wine Retail & Sommelier)
Part Time
Summerland,
British Columbia
Okanagan Crush Pad winery in Summerland BC is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join our Tasting Lounge team from May to October. Our winery is dedicated to organic farming, viticulture and winemaking, crafting wines that receive critical acclaim globally. We are looking for friendly, energetic, outgoing and organized individuals with a passion for wine to provide our guests with exceptional customer service throughout the tasting season. You will need to be efficient, able to multi-task, familiar with table side service standards, provide daily guests with an outstanding experience at our unique winery in addition to being able to work flexible hours and weekends.
Required Duties of the Position
Customer Service:
- Welcome guests while providing a high level of customer service & memorable wine experience that translates into sales
- Promote sales in the Tasting Lounge, and encourage guests to join the wine club
Administrative:
- Light housekeeping including to maintain cleanliness of work area's & restocking as required
- Handle retail transactions, including POS and accounting for daily sales
- Assisting with inventory management
- Answering telephone and email inquiries
- Booking group tastings accordingly
Preferred Qualifications:
- Must have a passion for Okanagan wine with WSET or similar
- Hospitality service experience a benefit
- Ability to work well individually and within a team
- Excellent communication and multi-tasking skills
- Attention to detail and clean work habits
- Food Safe Certificate
- Experience with Commerce 7 & Ollie an asset
Must haves:
- Over 19 years of age
- Ability to lift 35lbs and stand for extended periods of time
- Able to work weekends and holidays
- Serving it Right certificate required
Offer:
- Competitive hourly wage
- Gratuities
- Staff discount on wine
- Work with a team in a fun environment