Seeking Passionate Wine Hospitalitarians to sell & serve wine in our new 3-night a week bar. Successful can-didates will have lots of passion, positive energy, wine knowledge, and the desire to share what they know with others. Organization, the ability to multi-task, & experience with Point-of-Sale systems is also helpful. Additionally, we need great communicators who make complex topics simple, take the intimidation out of wine and inspire beginner to advanced guests to explore. We need ambassadors who sell wine in the bar, bring new guests into our fan base, & cross-sell classes & events.

Position: SommTender

Department: Hospitality

Reports to: Founder/CEO, David Glancy, MS, CWE

Location: The Secret Wine Bar at San Francisco Wine School, South San Francisco, CA

Hours: Availability is solicited 1-2 months at a time and schedules are assigned 1-2 weeks in advance.
Regular weekly schedules is the goal. Additional work is possible preparing charcuterie platters and assisting in bar service, as well as other hospitality/event shifts and potentially as instructors.

Wages: $20+/hr commensurate with experience and credentials Plus Tips. Highly credentialed instructors are eligible to earn higher wages.

Benefits: Government mandated including health insurance when full-time + employee discounts on classes, special events and retail wine purchases. Tuition reimbursement for certifications taken to expand teaching eligibility

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

•  Stock the bar & retail area with wine from the cellar.
•  Complete opening inventory and check list.
•  Display last bottles & background images on the monitors.
•  Place signage outside the bar, launch music & adjust lighting.
•  Have the bar guest-ready prior to opening.
•  Warmly welcome guests & guide them through the regularly changing wine selections.
•  Talk about wine, wine classes, & events whenever guests are open to it.
•  Make all guests feel at home.
•  Serve wines by the glass, charcuterie boards, & retail wines for here & to-go.
•  Maintain guest tabs and collect payments.
•  Break down the bar at the end of the night completing closing inventory and check list.

Skills Required:

•  The HOSPITALITY gene
•  Solid international wine knowledge with credentials preferred.
•  Prior service experience preferred, including: wine bar, serving, bartending, or other retail.
•  Knowledge or experience with San Francisco Wine School or some aspect of various wine credentials.
•  Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with management, peers, and guests
•  Prior experience with Point-of-Sale systems is helpful.
•  Reliability and timeliness
•  Attention to detail
•  Ability to work independently and as part of a team
•  Physical stamina to teach while standing and able to lift at least 50lbs when needed
Must be 21 or older. Identity Verification and Employment Authorization Required.


About The Secret Wine Bar at San Francisco Wine School

Sip, Savor, and Discover: The Secret Wine Bar Experience
Discover a hidden gem in South San Francisco: the Secret Wine Bar @ San Francisco Wine School. We're wine geeks, not snobs and we love to entertain! So this year, we've decided to share our passion for fun and unique wines with our local community in a casual wine bar setting on a regular basis!

New Wines Each Week
At any given time, we have hundreds of different wine selections from all nooks and crannies of the planet in our curriculum and even more in our cellar just waiting for their moment to shine. This exclusive concept offers an ever-changing selection of these exceptional wines, curated by Master Sommelier David Glancy. A new theme each month will include familiar grapes and regions of course, but you'll also find many you've never tried and others you've probably never even heard of. We'll also feature some rare and limited pours—available only while they last. Some good ol' classic varietals and styles as well as Low/No Alcohol options will always be available. Whether you're a wine connoisseur or just dipping your toes into the world of wine, this intimate setting is the perfect place to relax, sip, and connect.

Where There's Wine There's Food
Pair your wine with our expertly crafted Nosh Boards carefully designed to complement each theme we select. These delectable boards feature international cheeses and charcuterie, homemade dips, spreads, jams, roasted nuts, pickled veggies, and more. They're perfect for sharing (or savoring solo). Make sure to pre-order yours to ensure availability!

Enjoy Your Hosts
Each night will be hosted by one of San Francisco Wine School's industry leading instructors and experienced sommeliers, so it's a perfect time to ask questions about the wines or our classes, memberships, and event offerings. You can bet that Master Sommelier David Glancy, himself will be making plenty of appearances. You can also expect to be meeting some special guests throughout the year!

Bring Some Home
Love what you tasted? Wines will be available for purchase at each event. Special orders are always available as well.

Make it Private
Our Secret Wine Bar is available for your next Corporate Event or Private Party any day of the week.