Tasting Room Associate
(Wine Jobs:
Sales & Marketing)
Part Time
Bokisch Winery and Vineyards
Lodi,
California
okisch Vineyards is a growing boutique winery in Lodi, California that produces premium Spanish wine varieties. We have recently introduced a brand new wine label, Tizona by Bokisch, focused on unique wine varieties sourced from outstanding Lodi vineyards.
We are seeking a talented, enthusiastic and flexible part-time Tasting Room Associate to join our hardworking, fun and family-oriented Bokisch team. We are looking for an energetic candidate with an eagerness to learn and provide excellent customer service to a wide range of customers and wine club members. This is an hourly position plus wine club commission and tips.
Working weekends is required. Candidates who cannot commit to 80% of Saturdays and Sundays should not apply.
Essential Duties:
- Host and educate guests on the Bokisch Vineyards history and our products in a clear and compelling manner
- Represent the Bokisch Vineyards and Tizona by Bokisch brands professionally, graciously and enthusiastically
- Describe wines, winemaking techniques, winery history, philosophy and vineyard sites
- Assist guests with product selection and purchases
- Execute daily opening and closing duties
- Accurately handle POS transactions and accounting of daily sales using WineDirect software
- Drive wine sales and brand recognition
- Promotion and knowledge of wine club
- Inventory control and maintenance
- Prepare the tasting room for opening and closing daily
- Stock merchandise and supplies as needed
- Cleaning and maintenance of the tasting room and other common winery areas as needed
- Help organize and work special events which will require some schedule flexibility
- Assist management with various projects and events as needed
- Strong interpersonal communication skills and phone etiquette with guests
- Maintain knowledge of past, present, and future vintages of wine
Job Knowledge & Education:
- Knowledge of the wine industry and wine varietals preferred
- Retail and Customer Service experience required
- Knowledge of wine-making and viticulture a plus
- Some college education, particularly business studies, is preferred but not required
Skills & Qualifications:
- Must be 21 years of age
- Valid CA driver's license required
- Must be computer literate and comfortable using iPad devices
- Organized and efficient with ability and willingness to multitask
- Ability to stand for long periods of time and lift up to 50 lbs (1 case of wine)
- Safety-minded
- High quality standards for hospitality and service
- Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse group of co-workers
- Trustworthy and reliable
- Must be available to work weekend shifts on a regular basis and some holidays
Above all else, a positive attitude and friendly, courteous and professional demeanor are essential.
If this sounds like a good fit for you and you are ready to take your career in hospitality and wine sales to the next level then we would like to meet you! Please, include a resume and cover letter with a few sentences stating why you want to join our team. Thank you!
Job Type: Part-time
$14.00 plus tips
