What are the responsibilities and job description for the Winery Tasting Room Associate position at Domaine Berrien Cellars?
Domaine Berrien Cellars, a premier Vineyard in Southwest Michigan, has been growing exceptional grapes and producing award-winning wines in Berrien Springs, MI since 2001. Our Tasting Room business is very weekend focused, so availability on Saturdays and Sundays is a must.
Our Tasting Associates are outgoing, energetic team players with a natural flair for starting conversations, and who have a lot of fun while delivering exceptional customer service. You do not need to have extensive wine knowledge when you start - we'll teach you all that. What is important is that you love talking to people and drinking wine!
If you find all this appealing, we encourage you to apply!
Job Responsibilities
- Pro-actively engage with guests and create memorable experiences for them at the winery
- Describe, recommend and pour wines tailored to each guest's preferences
- Share the Domaine Berrien Cellars story
- Encourage the purchase of our wines and participation in our clubs, events, and social media community
- Accurately process transactions via our POS System
- Execute opening & closing of our Tasting Room including restocking, cleaning, and cash drawer balancing
- Enforce company policies related to customer and employee safety
Candidate Requirements
- A love of wine and people!
- Proven customer service skills
- Exceptional interpersonal skills
- Be reliable, dependable, and punctual
- Ability to learn, retain and synthesize large amounts of information
- Ability to remain calm and professional in stressful situations
- Available to work most Saturdays and Sundays
- Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced, environment
- Ability to repeatedly lift and carry 40 lb. cases of wine
- Ability to work 6-7 hour shifts while standing
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- Valid Driver’s License and have reliable transportation
Associates are paid $13.50/hour during training. After the successful completion of training, associates receive an increase in their hourly rate, earn tips (avg $12/hour in tips), receive a great discount on wine, and receive logo apparel.
To Apply:
- E-mail us your resume and tell us why you would be a great fit!
- No phone calls, please.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $14.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
Shift:
- Day shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $14 - $20