Wine Tasting Server

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Wine Tasting Server
Location: Starfield Vineyards – Placerville, California
Job Type: Full-Time

Compensation: $18-$20/hour + Tips + Wine Club Commissions
Reports To: Director of Consumer Operations

About Us:

Nestled in the Sierra Foothills, Starfield Vineyards is a destination winery offering premium wines, stunning views, and an elevated tasting experience. We are passionate about crafting exceptional wines and providing our guests with warm, memorable hospitality in a picturesque setting.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a friendly, knowledgeable, and service-oriented Wine Tasting Server to join our team. As the face of Starfield Vineyards, you will create engaging tasting experiences for our guests, educate them about our wines and winemaking philosophy, and ensure every visitor leaves with a positive impression.

Key Responsibilities:

• Greet and engage guests with enthusiasm and professionalism
• Lead wine tastings and provide detailed information about our wines, vineyard, and our history
• Upsell wine flights, bottles, and wine club memberships
• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming tasting room environment
• Assist members with wine club shipment pickups
• Operate POS system to process sales, memberships, and reservations
• Follow all safety, alcohol service, and health regulations
• Contribute to team efforts with a positive attitude and willingness to assist in other winery operations as needed

Qualifications:

• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Prior tasting room, restaurant, or hospitality experience preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Enthusiastic about wine and eager to learn more about it
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work weekends and holidays
• Ability to work in outside environments with high and low temperatures
• Must be able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs