Tasting Room Assistant - PRECEPT BRANDS LLC : Job Details

Tasting Room AssociatePrecept Wine is the largest privately owned wine company in the Northwest. We're seamlessly integrated to run our own vineyards, wineries and world-class tasting rooms. Currently we are looking for the best and brightest to fill an immediate opening for a Tasting Room Associate at our Waterbrook Winery in Walla Walla, WA. The Tasting Room Associate reports directly to the Tasting Room Manager.The Tasting Room Associate will consistently provide above-and-beyond customer service while employing effective selling techniques in a team environment. Meet or exceed operational standards and strengthen daily operations by working cooperatively with the Tasting Room Manager and Tasting Room Assistant Manager.Responsibilities include but are not limited to;

• Provide a welcoming atmosphere and unique tasting experience to all guests
• Describe wines, winemaking techniques, and winery history
• Effectively suggest and sell wine
• Encourage wine club sales and promote membership
• Communicate with a diverse clientele
• Create a memorable experience for customer
• Accurately handle routine purchasing transactions, including operating cash register and accounting of daily sales; processing returns, discounts, etc.
• Provide general tourist information and assist guests as local concierge
• Stock both wine and non-wine items
• Assist with hospitality special events
• Knowledge and maintenance of POS system

• Display sound judgment and problem solving when issues arise
• Communicate clearly, respectfully and in a timely manner with employees and manager
• Follow all company, state and federal policies and laws

Desired Skills and Requirements:

• 2 years' customer service experience
• 1 year sales experience
• Must be 21 years of age with current Washington State LCB Class 12 mixologist permit
• A passion for wine
• Demonstrated sales ability
• Ability to stand, walk, and talk for lengthy periods of time
• Must be able to work days, evening special events, weekends and holidays
• Ability to understand and accurately follow written and verbal instructions
• Strong problem solving skills and sound judgment
• Demonstrate strong communication skills
• Positive and engaging attitude
• Ability to lift items up to 40lbs

Precept Wine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Benefit Eligible Employees are automatically enrolled in three (3) company paid plans:$30,000.00 Basic Employee Life & AD&D InsuranceLong Term DisabilityEmployee Assistance PlanThe following additional benefits can be purchased for benefit eligible employees:Medical PPO or HSA InsuranceDental PPO w/ or w/o Orthodontic Coverage InsuranceVoluntary Short Term Disability InsuranceAdditional Life & AD&D InsuranceCommuter/Parking BenefitsVision Insurance (Company Paid)ALL employees are granted:9 Days of Holiday Designated PTOSick/Vacation PTO Accrual (if eligible)401k Retirement Services (if eligible)