Tasting Room Associate Job Description
We are a family owned, well established winery and we are looking for a highly motivated Tasting Room Associate to join our Family. As part of the Le Vigne Family you are responsible for the sale of our wine and actively soliciting new members to the Le Vigne Wine Club.
Specific Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
•  Greet all visitors with enthusiasm.
•  Lead guests through wine tasting experiences- educating them about the story, wines, cheese, and brand.
•  Work towards developing relationships with guests to convert into Wine Club members.
•  Effectively suggest and sell wine, with the ability to “up-sell”
•  Execute direct sales to customers via phone as needed.
•  Support the team to meet and exceed sales goals.
Tasting Room Daily Operations:
•  Opening and closing, stocking wine and market products, and assisting with the proper display and pricing of items
•  Responsibly pour selected wines for visitors according to tasting room guidelines and procedures.
•  Develop basic knowledge of the wines and winemaking practices to promote and educate guests on the winery and its offerings.
•  Provide all guests with excellent customer service.
•  Available to work special winery events on weekend and evenings.
•  Clean tasting room, bathroom facilities, wash and polish glassware used in the Tasting Room.
•  Always maintain a professional and polished appearance
General Requirements:
•  Must be at least 21 years of age.
•  Ability to lift 40lbs on a regular basis and stand during long periods.
•  1-2 years employment in a similar environment: retail, restaurant, hospitality, or customer service
•  Cash handling experience and basic math skills
•  Flexibility and ability to manage constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.
•  Responsible Beverage Service certified
A competitive salary and performance incentives are available for suitably qualified candidates. Interested candidates email a resume and brief statement describing qualifications to the Tasting Room Manager at tastingroom@levignewinery.com.