CLINE CELLARS SEASONAL TASTING ROOM HOST

SUMMARY
The part-time Tasting Room Host is responsible for providing the front-line guest experience. The Tasting Room Host provides the best possible experience to all Tasting Room guests 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 memorable experiences.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Set-up and host wine tastings and tours for guests
Open, close and operate cash registers and POS systems
Sell wine, merchandise and wine club memberships to meet or exceed monthly sales targets
Provide service and hospitality that exceeds our guest’s expectations
Ability to cross sell and promote The Olive Press and Jacuzzi Family Vineyards (our sister properties)
Be informed on local hospitality offerings and make recommendations to guests
Responsible Hospitality
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, with good presentation skills
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends, holidays and occasional evenings
Ability to remain standing and actively working for the full shift
Be comfortable addressing and talking to large groups of people
Be able to help multiple groups while behind the bar
Maintain Tasting Room including organization, inventory, and stocking supplies
Passionate about wine and desire to become knowledgeable about our wines and our sustainable farming practices

QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience, Knowledge, and Skills
Exemplary customer service skills
Must be 21 years of age or older
Prior hospitality, winery, or front of house restaurant experience
Previous experience with POS, Commerce 7, bLoyal, Tock a plus
Retail sales experience: ability to present product, up sell & cross sell

Physical Demands
Continuous standing, with frequent walking on even and uneven surfaces
Intermittent sitting
Occasional bending and twisting
Ability to lift and carry up to 20 lbs continuously, and occasionally up to 50 lbs.
Ability to push and pull up to 50 lbs intermittently
Ability to work in an environment that is indoors and outdoors

Pay rate: $18.00/hour + tips and incentives
**This is a seasonal position, expected to last through November, with the end date depending on business needs.

Cline Cellars provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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