Tasting Room Associate

Women of the Vine & Spirits; Woodinville (WA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care coverage

Paid vacation & holidays

Employee wine discounts

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

Ste. Michelle Wine Estates in Woodinville, WA is seeking a part-time Tasting Room Associate to set the winery experience tone and connect guests with the winery.

The role is hourly and eligible for tips, with evening and weekend availability required. Compensation ranges from $17.13 to $22.12 per hour, plus benefits as described by the company.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old with high school diploma or equivalent.
• Class 12 MAST Permit and Food Handler's Permit required.
• Two or more years of customer service experience preferred.
• Proficiency in POS systems and basic computer skills.
• Interest in wine and wine industry.

Responsibilities

• Be friendly, courteous, and capable of interacting with a wide variety of guests.
• Learn product information to assist guests with selections, purchases, and events.
• Assist with fulfillment of wine club and eCommerce orders, including packing and delivery preparation.
• Enforce winery policies in a tactful, professional manner.
• Maintain cleanliness and presentation of the tasting room to standards.
• Operate POS registers to sell wine, merchandise, and wine club memberships, and collect tasting fees.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Sales skills

POS proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Company: Ste Michelle Wine Estates

Location: Woodinville, WA

Other: Sales

A Tasting Room Associate job in Woodinville, WA is available at Chateau Ste. Michelle. As a Tasting Room Associate, you set the tone for the winery experience and will ensure that every guest feels a positive and genuine connection with the winery.

This is a part‑time, hourly role that is eligible for tips. This role requires availability in the evenings and on weekends.

Ste. Michelle Wine Estates is the largest wine company in the Pacific Northwest, and among the largest premium wine companies in the U.S, with roots dating back to 1933. Throughout our 90+ year history, what has remained constant is our unwavering commitment to quality, service to our customers, and connection with our community. We are proud that our award‑winning wines farmed in Washington are an expression of all the best things about the Pacific Northwest - the spirit of people, the abundance of the land, and the excellence‑driven culture. Our distinctive portfolio of wines, including Chateau Ste. Michelle, 14 Hands, Columbia Crest, Intrinsic, Liquid Light, Northstar, and Spring Valley Vineyard, are enjoyed across the U.S. and distributed in over 100 countries.

Tasting Room Associate Job Responsibilities Include

• Be friendly, courteous, and capable of interacting with a wide variety of personalities in a professional and polite manner, with an eagerness to meet the needs of every guest.


• Learn product information to assist guests with making selections, purchases, and assisting with events.


• Assist with fulfillment of wine club and eCommerce orders as necessary, including pulling, packing, and processing wine orders for delivery, as well as curbside pickup.


• Assist management with the effective, tactful, and professional enforcement of various winery policies regarding guest use of the facility.


• General housekeeping duties to ensure the appearance and cleanliness of the tasting room are up to or exceed standards.


• Operate POS/registers to sell wine, merchandise, wine club memberships and to collect wine tasting fees as needed.

Physical Requirements

• Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.


• Able to stand or walk for extended periods of time.

Position Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age with high school diploma or equivalent.


• Class 12 MAST Permit and Food Handler's Permit required.


• Two (2) or more years of customer service experience required (retail/hospitality preferred).


• Excellent communication skills, customer service skills, sales skills, and the ability to prioritize while handling multiple tasks.


• Interest in, or knowledge of, wine and wine industry.


• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, changing environment as part of a team.


• Proficiency in Point of Sales (POS) systems and basic computer skills required.


• History of responsible use of alcohol and other appropriate conduct, as well as fitness to be licensed, permitted, and/or certified by state and/or local regulatory bodies.

Your Compensation

$17.13 - $22.12 per hour based upon relevant experience

At Ste. Michelle Wine Estates we believe in paying our employees equal pay for equal work. Individual offers are made dependent upon a candidate's prior experience and education level as it pertains to the role.

Benefits Of Working With Ste. Michelle Wine Estates

• Health Care Coverage including medical, dental, vision & prescription - eligible on date of hire for full‑time employees


• Paid Vacation & Holidays


• 401(k) with Employer Match and Supplemental Contribution


• Employee Wine Discounts

Culture At Ste. Michelle

We Challenge: We are driven to succeed in everything we do, and we challenge ourselves and our team to perform at the highest level.

We Care: We put people first - our team, our consumers, our customers, our communities.

We Collaborate: We believe there is nothing we can’t accomplish - together - and we believe lifting up those around us is essential to achieving both individual and collective success.

Ste. Michelle Wine Estates is an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other protected class. For more information, see the EEOC's \"Equal Employment Opportunity is The Law\" poster.