Tasting Room Associate/Server- Booker Wines

Tasting Room Associate I

We're the producers, creators and marketers of beer, wine and spirits brands that people love. At Constellation Brands, we're driven to push boundaries and think beyond today to deliver products and experiences that resonate now, tomorrow and well into the future. Because of this approach, we're the fastest-growing large CPG company in the U.S. at retail, with operations in the U.S., Mexico, New Zealand and Italy. Our premium portfolio of iconic brands like Corona Extra, Modelo Especial, Kim Crawford, Robert Mondavi, The Prisoner, High West Whiskey, and more driving industry-leading growth for us today. But we're just getting started. Our ability to stay at the forefront of consumer trends has fueled our success since our founding in 1945 and will guide us in creating the next generation of products and experiences Worth Reaching For.

A Tasting Room Associate I is tasked with maintaining Booker and My Favorite Neighbor standards of organization, tidiness, and cleanliness in customer facing operations and back of house operations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the tasting room for opening & closing
• Present, pour and educate the customer on selected wines for tasting and lead tours
• Share knowledge of our winery, wines and family story with guests & members
• Maintain cleanliness of the facilities and make sure tasting room is always stocked with any supplies needed
• Ability to operate POS & WineDirect interface accurately and efficiently
• Actively promote the sale of wine, events and tours to members
• Strong customer service, verbal and communication skills
• Self-motivated, takes initiative to complete tasks within a timely manner
• Represents the company and brand, professionally and graciously with both a professional appearance and demeanor
• Knowledge of wines, wine production and the wine industry is a plus
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
• Polishing glasses
• Stocking wine/non wine inventory
• Communication with servers/bussers/hosts
• Maintaining cleanliness and tidiness of facilities
• In-depth knowledge of experiences, club, and current information of Booker and My Favorite Neighbor

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must be able to work in a team
• Must be able to multitask
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays
• Must be friendly and approachable

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong organization and problem-solving abilities
• Capabilities to be flexible and manage constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm
• Commitment to high standards, detail oriented, coachable and highly motivated
• Wine experience or industry related interest is a plus

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Works outdoors/indoors
• Works in warm/cold climates
• Works in high places
• Works on wet surfaces
• Is exposed to loud noise, fumes and/or toxic chemicals
• Works near moving, mechanical parts and lift truck traffic
• Must be able to move up to 55 lbs
• Must be able to assist in moving furniture as needed to accommodate guests during inclement weather (heat, cold, extreme wind, or rain)
• Primary office environment will be tasting room, caves, and outdoor spaces

Must be at least 21 years of age. Must be able to sit and/or stand for long periods of time and work on a computer for extended periods. Lifting may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Hourly Rate: $17.00/an hour (tip eligible)

Location: Paso Robles, California

Job Type: Part time

Job Area: Hospitality & Retail

The salary range for this role is: $16.90 - $22.20

Constellation Brands is committed to a continuing program of equal employment opportunity. All persons have equal employment opportunities with Constellation Brands, regardless of their sex, race, color, age, religion, creed, sexual orientation, national origin or citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition (cancer or genetic characteristics), marital status, gender (including gender identity or gender expression), familial status, military or veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related conditions (or any other group or category within the framework of the applicable discrimination laws and regulations).