Tasting Room Associate
(Wine Jobs:
Sales & Marketing)
Full Time
Summerland,
British Columbia
Lunessence Winery and Vineyards is a boutique premium winery in Summerland, in the heart of the Okanagan Valley. Since the property was purchased in 2014 we have made a commitment to organic, biodynamic and sustainable vineyard and winemaking practices. The tasting room offers one of the best patios and views this side of Okanagan Lake and provides a beautiful environment for anyone wanting to join the Lunessence team this year.
We are accepting applications for a Tasting Room Associates to work part time in August (1-2 days a week) and full time in September and October. We are looking for a self-motivated individual with a passion for wine, to interact with guests and create a fun and enjoyable environment to taste and discuss our wines.
Here are some of things you’ll be doing:
-Engage with the guests one on one or in small groups to tell the Lunessence story, what makes our wines unique and educate on the products
-Responsible for the daily operations of the tasting room including maintaining wine & merchandise levels, POS system use and cash out, organization & cleanliness
-Promote wine sales and the Wine Club
-Discerning the appropriateness of serving wine samples in regard to pour sizes, patron’s legal age and sobriety
-Be part of a team that works collectively, has fun and pushes to meet sales targets
These are the things we’re looking for:
-Engaging and personable customer service
-Solid wine knowledge – WSET considered an asset
-Previous tasting room and/or service experience preferred
-Must be able to lift 40 lb cases of wine
-Professional attitude, reliable and a strong work ethic
-Holds a Serving It Right certificate
Time Period: August – October 2018. Shifts include weekends and holidays
To apply please contact Cameron Walker at [email protected]