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PRECEPT BRANDS LLC

Tasting Room Associate

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Tasting Room Associate - Battle Creek Cellars Position Overview: The Tasting Room Associate is responsible for creating a welcoming and engaging experience for visitors at Battle Creek Cellars. In ...

Montezuma Winery Llc

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$14.75 - $20/hr

As a Tasting Room Associate, you'll create memorable guest experiences by welcoming visitors, sharing knowledge about our wines and winery, and providing exceptional customer service. This role is ...

Zaca Mesa Winery

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$18 - $20/hr

The Tasting Room Associate is responsible for engaging the customer in a professional and gracious manner, while providing an authentic wine tasting experience with our portfolio of ultra-premium ...

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What is a lead tasting room associate?

Lead Tasting Room Associates are senior staff members in wineries or tasting rooms who oversee daily operations, guide guests through wine tastings, and provide in-depth information about the wines and the winery. They are responsible for ensuring excellent customer service, training new associates, and often handle inventory or sales tasks. Their leadership helps create a welcoming environment and ensures guests have a memorable and educational experience. In many cases, they also assist with event planning and maintaining compliance with alcohol service regulations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a lead tasting room associate?

To thrive as a Lead Tasting Room Associate, you need a strong knowledge of wine, customer service expertise, and experience in hospitality or retail, often supported by a high school diploma or relevant certifications. Familiarity with POS systems, reservation platforms, and inventory management tools is typically required. Exceptional interpersonal skills, leadership, and the ability to create memorable guest experiences help individuals stand out in this role. These skills ensure smooth daily operations, drive sales, and foster customer loyalty in a competitive hospitality environment.

What are some common challenges lead tasting room associates face, and how can they be managed?

Lead Tasting Room Associates often juggle multiple responsibilities, including supervising staff, ensuring excellent guest experiences, and managing busy periods, especially during weekends or events. Balancing customer service with operational duties such as inventory management and staff training can be demanding. Proactive communication, strong organizational skills, and the ability to delegate tasks effectively are key to managing these challenges and maintaining a positive, efficient environment.

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Tasting Room Associate

Charlottesville, VA • On-site

Trump International Hotel and Tower Chicago
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$28 - $35/hr

Part-time

Retirement

Re-posted 24 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Greet and educate guests on wine, the wine industry, and Charlottesville tourism.

  • Serve wine and food to guests and promote sales of Trump wine, Wine Club, merchandise, and events.

  • Perform opening and closing duties, clean and organize the Tasting Room, restrooms, kitchen, and other areas.

Job description

Description
Do you have experience working as a server or busser in a busy restaurant, as a barista, general food service or hospitality, or in a winery Tasting Room? We will train the rest. Trump Winery is seeking a friendly, professional, and enthusiastic Tasting Room Associate. You will be responsible for providing the front-line guest experience by developing relationships that promote sales and brand loyalty. This position is the champion of customer service in creating the perfect balance of education and good times for our guests.
Title: Tasting Room Associate - Part Time, non-exempt, less than 30 hours per week
Location: Grand Hall Tasting Room - 20 minutes south of Downtown Charlottesville, 20 minutes north of Scottsville
Hours: Daytime Hours, no late evenings- Between 10:30 am and 6:00 pm. weekdays are required ( Wednesdays - Mondays) , and some wekeends/ holidays as needed. Part-time, non-exempt, less than 30 hours per week
Wage: $28-$35/hr (includes $8.00 base + tips)
Essential Duties:
  • Greeting and educating guests on wine, the wine industry, and Charlottesville tourism
  • Serve wine and food to guests
  • Promote profitable sales of Trump wine, Wine Club, merchandise and events
  • Ability to respond intelligently to guest questions regarding Trump Winery, winemaking, and Albemarle Estate
  • Execution of opening and closing duties
  • Clean, organize, and stock the Tasting Room, restrooms, and kitchen
  • Process payment transactions on POS system
  • Work in a team environment as well as independently
  • Attend scheduled ongoing training
  • Assist guests in carrying out purchases
  • Perform daily cleaning of tasting Room, restroom, patio, kitchen, office, and parking lot
  • Other duties as assigned to ensure the business runs efficiently

Requirements:
  • Must be 21 years of age or older
  • Exemplary customer service skills
  • Ability to interact with guests with all levels of wine knowledge
  • Must have an interest in learning about wine
  • Flexible availability to include weekends and holidays
  • Can handle multiple tasks at one time
  • Communicates professionally in person and on the phone
  • Is passionate about selling food and wine
  • Ability to anticipate guests' needs and respond appropriately
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs frequently
  • Ability to stand for extended periods
  • Pre-employment background check required

Our Benefits and Perks Include:
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings: After one year, 100% match on the first 3% you contribute and a 50% match on the next 3%.
  • Generous employee discounts on food and merchandise
  • Discounted tickets
  • Shoe reimbursement program
  • Length of service, birthday, and appreciation day recognition

Trump Winery and Albemarle Estate at Trump Winery is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact our Human Resources Manager to make us of your needs.
Trump Winery is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other categories protected by federal, state, and local law.
Trump Winery participates in the E-Verify Program (Identity and Employment Eligibility Verification) and uses E-Verify to confirm work authorization. Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States.
Este Empleador participa en E-Verify (Verificación de Documentos de Identidad y Elegibilidad de Empleo).
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