Tasting Room Associate
(Wine Jobs:
Wine Retail & Sommelier)
Full Time
Vancouver,
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 and sustainable vineyard 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. To put it simply, we’re looking for awesome people to join our 2020 Summer Team.
We are accepting applications for part time and full time Tasting Room Associates for the remainder of the 2020 season. We are looking for self-motivated individuals with a passion for wine, to interact with guests and create a fun and enjoyable environment to taste and discuss our wines.
Here 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: July – September 2020. Shifts include weekends and holidays
Compensation: Competitive compensation based on experience, part time vs full time. Bonus incentives also offered through the season
To apply please contact Cameron Walker at [email protected]