Tasting Room Associate/Serving (Seasonal, Part-Time) - Turner, OR.

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Willamette Valley Vineyards is looking for an energetic team player, and customer-focused individual to be part of our world-class class winery. This is your opportunity to join Willamette Valley Vineyards, the company that sets the standard for Willamette Valley Pinot Noir, and learn about our place in the Oregon Wine Story.

*Weekend availability AND previous serving experience is required for this position.

Position Overview :Our Tasting Room Associates deliver an unforgettable guest journey at through pouring wines, and promoting the sale of wine and memberships in our stunning Estate in the Salem Hills. We create a world-class wine tasting experience for our guests, while sharing the commitment and history of Willamette Valley Vineyards, with a consistent and impactful brand message.

The Tasting Room Associate Position Offers:

• Competitive pay with a tip pool
• Generous team member discounts on dining, wine and merchandise
• An unparalleled opportunity to start a career in the wine industry, and learn from a world-class winery.
• An inclusive work environment committed to diversity, structured career development, and growth opportunities within our rapidly growing company.
• A company focused on our sustainability efforts, and taking care of our employees is top of the list for us.

What We Ask:

• Come to work each shift with a great attitude and ready to contribute to the success of the team.
• Be willing to adapt and learn how to excel at your job.
• Work with us to create an environment where your team and guests feel safe and welcome.
• Be focused and committed to serving Willamette Valley Vineyards guests, and providing Oregon's best food and wine tasting experience.

Primary Job Responsibilities:

• Greet guests warmly and provide a memorable tasting experience.
• Describe wines, winemaking techniques and winery history through our unique stories, and promote wine sales and wine club memberships.
• Take food and wine orders from guests.
• Assist in serving food, supporting events, and maintaining a sustainable environment
• Handle routine purchasing transactions, which includes guest account accuracy and processing of all transactions, including processing shipping orders
• Perform daily opening and closing procedures.
• Maintain supply of clean polished glasses, and assist in keeping wine storage and Tasting Room organized and properly maintained.
• Expedite and run food to tables in absence of a food runner.
• Assist with on-site events, and monthly Pairings Dinners.
• Assist with other duties, as necessary or requested.
• Support company’s effort to create a more sustainable, cross-cultural, and “green” environment.

Willamette Valley Vineyards is an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status

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