What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tasting Room Associate position at Trump Winery?
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
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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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
- 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
- Health Coverage: We cover 80% of the employee premium on our base medical plan and 40% for dependents. Choose from low-deductible and HSA-compatible options.
- Dental & Vision: We pay 80% of dental and vision premiums
- Generous Time Off: Enjoy 26 days of paid time off each year, combining vacation, sick time, and holidays.
- Income Protection: Employer-paid short-term disability coverage.
- Additional Voluntary Benefits: Optional employee-paid Life, AD&D, and Accident plans.
- 401(k) Retirement Savings: After one year, 100% match on the first 3% you contribute and a 50% match on the next 3%.
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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Salary : $28 - $35