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Tasting Room Associate
Michigan by the Bottle Tasting Room (MBTB)
About Us
Michigan by the Bottle isn’t just a place to drink wine—it’s where people come to connect, discover, and have a great time.
We bring together wines from some of Michigan’s best wineries under one roof, creating a fun, social, and welcoming experience for our guests. Whether it’s a casual night out, a date, or a group celebration, our team is what makes it memorable.
Hours we are open:
Mon-Thurs 4-9pm
Friday: 2-10pm
Saturday: 12-10pm
Sunday: 12-8pm
About the Role
We’re looking for Tasting Room Associates who love people, bring great energy, and know how to create a memorable experience.
You don’t need to be a wine expert—we’ll teach you that. What we can’t teach is personality, warmth, and the ability to connect with guests.
If you’ve worked in restaurants, retail, events, or any customer-facing role—and you’re great with people—you’ll fit right in.
What You’ll Do
- Welcome guests and create a fun, inviting atmosphere from the moment they walk in
- Guide guests through wine flights, food offerings, and experiences
- Make thoughtful, confident recommendations based on what guests enjoy
- Help guests discover new wines (and maybe their new favorite bottle)
- Support sales of wine, food, merchandise, and wine club memberships in a natural, guest-first way
- Process transactions accurately using our POS system
- Prepare and serve light food items
- Keep the space clean, organized, and welcoming
- Assist with events, private tastings, and special experiences
What We’re Looking For
- Friendly, outgoing personality—you enjoy talking to people and making them feel welcome
- Strong customer service instincts and communication skills
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, social environment
- Reliable, detail-oriented, and a team player
- Willingness to learn (especially about wine—we’ve got you covered)
- Availability for evenings, weekends, and some holidays
- Ability to be on your feet for extended periods and lift up to 40 lbs
- Must be willing to work evenings and weekends
Bonus (Not Required)
- Experience in hospitality, retail, bartending, or events
- Interest in wine, food, or learning something new
- Previous wine knowledge (not required)
You’ll Love This Job If You…
- Love being around people and bringing good energy to a room
- Enjoy hosting, entertaining, or creating great experiences
- Want a fun, social job where no two shifts feel the same
- Like the idea of learning about wine without needing to be an expert
Why Join MBTB?
- Fun, supportive team environment
- Wine education and hands-on training
- Opportunities to grow into leadership roles
- Competitive hourly pay tips ($13-$15/hour)
- Employee discounts on wine and merchandise
Details
Location: Lake Orion
If you’re someone who loves people, brings great energy, and wants to be part of a fun, growing concept—we’d love to meet you.
Pay: $13.00 - $15.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 15.0 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
Application Question(s):
- Please provide the days and hours your are available to work.
Work Location: In person
Salary : $13 - $15