Wine Educator Part-Time

• Create engaging educational and memorable guest experiences
• Assist in the achievement of financial goals including:
  • Tasting Room wine sales
  • Tasting Room food sales executing an elevated food and wine experience           
  • Wine Insider signup goals
• Perform monitoring and stocking duties as assigned
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment including:
  • Tasting Room ensure all bar areas are free of unnecessary POS materials flyers etc.
  • Dining Area keep the space clean stocked and ready for service
  • Patios ensure common areas and office spaces are tidy and wellorganized
  • Wine Storage monitor inventory levels and notify a supervisor or manager of any shortages
• Address guest concerns and complaints using good judgment and tact. Elevate complaints to management when necessary
• At the end of shift/service complete the following:
  • Process all guest checks
  • Allocate pooled gratuities to the Gratuity Report
  • Clean and reset the dining room
  • Complete all closing side work
• Continuously educate yourself on new Lewis wine releases as well as viticulture and winemaking technique
• Attend all monthly and weekly Tasting Room meetings

Qualifications :

• Previous experience in a restaurant or hospitality environment is preferred but not required
• 2 years of retail sales experience preferred
• Must possess a passion for wine and the wine industry
• Availability to work flexible hours including weekends holidays and evening shifts
• A thorough understanding of wine and food pairings including origins preparation/production methods and the ability to explain why certain wines pair well with set food items
• Excellent communication skills and ability to relate to people at all levels
• Willingness to learn and work in a fastpaced environment
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently or as part of a team
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• High school diploma or equivalent is a plus

Pay Range: $22.00 $24.00 an hour and will be included in the tip pool. Final compensation will be dependent upon skills and experience.

Additional Information :

• PartTime Vacation Personal & Sick Accruals
• Wine and Merchandise Discounts
• All the FIJI water you can drink at work
• Wine Education Program
• Fun Work Environment

As part of The Wonderful Wines portfolioalongside JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery and Landmark VineyardsLewis Cellars is a luxury Napa Valley winery specializing in bold opulent reds and seductive Chardonnays. The winery emphasizes the importance of the journey from grape to glass crafting worldclass wines that are unmistakably Lewis. Offering more than 30 years of excellence Lewis Cellars captures the attention of intheknow wine connoisseurs having been named Wine Spectators Wine of the Year in 2016 for its Cabernet Sauvignon. Discover Lewis at its new Napa Valley estate opening soon in the historic Stags Leap District on the Silverado Trail offering sweeping views and a singular lavish tasting experience. Lewis wines can also be found at LewisCellars.com or through select retailers fine wine shops and restaurants. Lewis Insiders are the first to receive access and updates about the latest releases and estate events. To learn more or become an Insider visit LewisCellars.com LewisInsiders.com or explore our Corporate Social Responsibility work at csr.wonderful.com/.

The Wonderful Company is an Equality Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities for advancement. We are committed to creating a diverse workforce that embodies a deep culture of acceptance equity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability age protected veteran status or other protected categories.

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