Part Time Wine Concierge Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Job Type
Part-time
Description
Perched atop the rolling hills of the Carneros AVA, where the San Francisco Bay meets the edges of Napa and Sonoma counties, Ram's Gate Winery stands as a testament to craftsmanship rooted in respect for the land and a steadfast commitment to sustainability. Founded in 2011 by Proprietor Jeff O'Neill, Ram's Gate produces fresh, expressive wines that capture the essence and diversity of Sonoma County's most renowned vineyards. The 28-acre Ram's Gate Estate Vineyard is Regenerative Organic Certified®, one of the highest distinctions in sustainable agriculture today, reflecting a holistic approach that nurtures soil health, biodiversity, and ecological balance. This seamless harmony between land and craft extends to the winery's tasting room, where guests are invited to experience thoughtful winemaking, genuine hospitality, and elevated culinary pairings.
As a Guest Services Associate/Concierge, you are the first and last impression of Ram's Gate Winery, ensuring each guest encounter is warm, seamless, and thoughtfully curated. This role is central to the guest journey, balancing polished hospitality with precise operational execution across reservations, arrivals, seating, member support, sales orders, shipping questions, membership sign-ups, and guest communication.
Through attention to detail, anticipation, and a calm, service-minded presence, you help create effortless, elevated visits that reflect the warmth, refinement, and sense of place that define Ram's Gate. Working closely with the hospitality, culinary, and management teams, you support the flow of daily service while helping personalize each guest experience from arrival through departure.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The following reflects management's definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.
• Welcome each guest with warmth and professionalism, ensuring they feel personally valued from arrival through departure
• Serve as a polished first point of contact for the winery, supporting guest arrivals, reservation flow, seating coordination, and overall guest readiness
• Manage reservations, guest notes, and seating details through Tock with accuracy, efficiency, and attention to pacing
• Proactively communicate reservation updates, guest preferences, special requests, and timing needs to Wine Educators, culinary, concierge, and management teams
• Anticipate spoken and unspoken guest needs, responding with warmth, discretion, and professionalism at every touchpoint
• Assist members with customizations, allocations, pickups, account updates, membership sign-ups, and general membership inquiries
• Support guest sales orders, shipping questions, pickup coordination, and related transaction needs with accuracy and care
• Capture and maintain accurate guest preferences and visit details to support personalized service and long-term relationship building
• Develop a strong understanding of Ram's Gate wines, estate experiences, culinary offerings, shipping guidelines, and membership benefits in order to guide guest inquiries with confidence
• Support wine sales and membership engagement through thoughtful guest assistance, order coordination, and seamless handoff to the appropriate team member
• Assist with winery and membership events, including setup, execution, guest engagement, and overall event flow
• Maintain a polished, organized, and welcoming guest reception area that reflects Ram's Gate service standards
• Collaborate closely with hospitality, culinary, concierge, and management teams to ensure a seamless and elevated guest experience
• Adapt gracefully to changing priorities and guest needs in a fast-paced environment
• Perform additional duties as assigned
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skill, and ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
• 1+ years of experience in luxury hospitality, customer service, sales, or winery operations preferred
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with a natural ability to engage guests and colleagues professionally
• Passion for delivering personalized, high-touch guest experiences with polished attention to detail
• Comfortable supporting guest inquiries related to reservations, sales orders, shipping, membership, and estate offerings
• Comfortable using hospitality and reservation technology, including Microsoft Office, Tock, POS systems, and CRM/member platforms
• Adaptable, composed under pressure, and able to make thoughtful decisions in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Collaborative, team-oriented mindset with a proactive and solution-oriented approach
• Availability to work weekends, evenings, holidays, and special events as needed
• Required Certifications: California Food Handler Certification and California Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) Certification (within 30 days of employment)
• Must be at least 21 years old
CULTURAL BEHAVIORS
O'Neill team members are Forward Thinkers . Hard Working without Drama. Friendly Problem Solvers who work as One Team to Always Deliver .
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to do the following:
• Lift, move, and carry items up to 50 lbs
• Stand, walk, and bend for extended periods
• Coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Perform repetitive motion activities throughout the shift
• Climb ladders and stairs as needed
• Perform physical tasks including reaching, grasping, stooping, squatting, pushing, and pulling
• Accurately complete forms and basic reports
• Interpret and follow policies, procedures, and regulations
• Communicate and interact effectively with a diverse population
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
• Work is performed in a tasting room, hospitality, and event environment, both indoors and outdoors
• Exposure to varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, and rain
• Noise levels range from low to moderate and may increase during events or peak business volume
• Occasional work may take place in warehouse or cellar environments with cooler temperatures
• Floors may be wet or slippery; proper footwear is required
California Pay Transparency Notice: This position is classified as non-exempt. The base compensation range for this role is $21- $ 23 per hour. Candidates are generally not hired at or near the maximum of the base compensation range. Final salary placement will depend on several factors, which may include the candidate's qualifications, education, relevant experience, and alignment with current market data. In addition to the salary, this position may be eligible for bonuses, incentive plans, or participation in tasting room tip pools, as applicable.
O'Neill Vintners & Distillers is an equal-opportunity employer. All aspects of employment, including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
All candidates must pass a comprehensive background check and drug screen and adhere to all Company, Federal, and State Food Safety Regulations and Policies. This organization participates in E-Verify.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES
Please note that we do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Services Agreement, we will not consider or agree to any payment of referral compensation or a recruiter fee. In the event that a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, we explicitly reserve the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.
Salary Description
$22-24, gratuity eligible