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The Winery Associate position is a part-time opportunity. The position will focus on representing Cellar Beast Winehouse at our Production facility, Tasting Room, and at Events. The ideal candidate will help in both seasonal winemaking production tasks, as well as assisting in the tasting room with wine service. Skills in customer education, table service / bar service, and a professional service based demeanor with guests is central to the position. Organization and ability to multitask in a fast paced environment is necessary for this position. We are willing to provide right candidate with wine specific education and training.

Essential Duties (including, but not limited to):

  • Report to the Tasting Room Manager / Winemaking team
  • Follow opening and closing procedures
  • Assist in various production tasks (wiling to train)
  • Effectively operate POS system (Square)
  • Follow protocols for all inventory procedures
  • Participate in all retail + tasting room business functions, including serving, busing, food/wine prep, greeting, register, bar, etc.
  • Participate in organization and cleaning of the Winery - both indoors and out
  • Adhere to all House Policies, PLCB regulations, and CDC guidelines
  • Ability to move cases of wine & perform physical tasks (+50 lbs)
  • Perform other service / production / event related duties as assigned

Expectations:

  • Ability to work most weekends (hours dependent on week)
  • Maintain a friendly, courteous, and engaging demeanor with both customers and staff
  • Maintain and display professional attire & image
  • Ability to work under pressure and multitask while sustaining a positive and friendly attitude
  • Highly motivated and team-oriented
  • Maintain knowledge of the wine portfolio, perform tastings, and be able to make recommendations to customers (willing to train).
  • Follow and uphold all Winery policies
  • Attend education sessions
  • Submit in a timely fashion, monthly work availability to Tasting Room Manager

Education and Experience:

  • Must be at least 21 years old
  • Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Experience in wine production, hospitality, customer service, sales, food & beverage, or events is required

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to lift and carry 50+lbs
  • Ability to stand and work at a bar / event table for long periods

Job Type: Part-time

Salary: Starting rate of $14.00 hr with an increase upon completing L1 Sommelier Certification

Benefits:

  • Tips
  • Employee discount
  • Opportunity to attend Wine School for Sommelier Certification (education reimbursement available)

Schedule:

  • Friday - Tuesday availability

Supplemental pay types:

  • Tips

Work Location: In person

Please submit a brief cover letter to aaron.gratch@cellarbeastwine.com to be considered for this position.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $14.00 - $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Employee discount

Education:

  • Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

  • wine / professional restaurant industry: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

  • Andreas, PA 18211 (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Andreas, PA 18211

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