Tasting Room Associate

JOB POSTING:

Tasting Room Associate [part-time]

Capitello Wines was founded in 2003 and is a small, local, family-owned wine brand. We specialize in producing award-winning Pinot Noirs, Brut Sparkling, and cool climate whites from both Oregon and New Zealand. We pride ourselves on building relationships and providing a positive, memorable experience for every guest at our urban tasting room. Our employees are the face of Capitello who tell our story and create memorable experiences for every visitor. We seek an upbeat, team player who exudes confidence, basic wine knowledge, energy, and enthusiasm. 

This position is for part-time employment in our retail tasting room.

The ideal candidate will provide exceptional customer service for our club members, new visitors, and industry and trade partners, with an emphasis on sharing what makes Capitello Wines unique as a brand. You will lead by example in sales & representation of our brand, all the while maintaining professionalism inside (and outside) the tasting room. Our ideal candidate is a hard worker, an expert multitasker, takes direction well, has a sense of humor, and has an eye for organization and cleanliness. Ability to work independently and self-directed at times, as well as in a cohesive team environment, is imperative. 

Responsibilities:

• Warmly greet & seat all visitors, pour wines for tastings and or glass pours, discuss wines, & confidently answer questions & share Capitello's story.

• Actively promote and sell wine and wine club memberships.

• Participation in food prep, table and food service, busing, and keeping workstations clean.

• Processing transactions via IPAD POS system and general cash handling.

• Assist Tasting Room & Operations Manager with execution of private and special events*

• Housekeeping duties to keep our Tasting Room and public areas looking spotless. Covid restrictions mandate that we take extra cleaning precautions. Those will be discussed during training.

• Keep Tasting Room stocked with updated materials & supplies

• Manage wine inventory onsite and report to the Tasting Room Manager any discrepancies or restock needs.

Key Competencies & Job Requirements:

•Minimum 2 years of restaurant, hospitality, and/or wine industry experience required. Combined experience of the above-mentioned will be considered.

• Proven written & verbal communication skills.

• Professional appearance and demeanor.

• Must excel in intercommunications & interactions, both in person and through virtual (text, emails) as needed.

• Self-starter who is as efficient working individually, as well as in a team-oriented environment

• Possesses a positive attitude and a willingness to learn more about the wine industry

• Accountability, Punctuality, and Trustworthiness are a must!

• Most weekends, some evenings, and holiday availability are required.

• Possess or able to obtain OLCC permit, Oregon Food Handlers Card

• Ability to lift and move 40 -50 pounds repeatedly (cases of wine, propane tanks, furniture)

• Ability to kneel, squat, stand, and walk for long periods throughout the shift.

• Ability to open wine bottles repeatedly

License/Certification:

• Valid Driver's License (preferred)
• Food Handlers
• OLCC Certification

Compensation, hours, and benefits:

15 hours weekly minimum. More hours possible for the right candidate.

Typical start time: 11:30 am or 4 pm.

Typical end time: 4 pm or 9 pm.

Wage: $15-16 an hour plus tips.

Employee wine perks & generous discounts

Job Type: Part-time