Tasting Room Host FT/PT

Sokol Blosser Winery; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 31,685,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage + tips & gratu

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off

Wine allocations & employee discounts

Collaborative team culture

Career growth in wine & hospitality

Job summary

Sokol Blosser Winery, located in Oregon's Dundee Hills, is seeking a hospitality-driven Tasting Room Host who thrives on creating memorable guest experiences. You will be the first smile our guests see, sharing our wines, our story, and the beauty of the Willamette Valley.

Responsibilities include welcoming guests, managing reservations, guiding visits, handling phone inquiries, and collaborating with the Tasting Room Manager to keep the space inviting.

Qualifications

• Experience in hospitality, restaurants, retail, customer service, or wine a plus.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Able to obtain (or already possess) an OLCC Server Permit.
• Able to lift up to 45 pounds and remain on your feet throughout the day.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests and create a warm, memorable first impression.
• Manage reservations and help maintain a smooth flow throughout the Tasting Room.
• Guide guests through their visit while delivering outstanding hospitality.
• Answer phone inquiries with professionalism and enthusiasm.
• Work closely with the Tasting Room Manager to ensure every guest leaves happy.
• Help maintain a beautiful, clean, and inviting space.
• Collaborate with your teammates to continually improve the guest experience.
• Pitch in wherever needed to help the team succeed.

Skills

Hospitality experience

Customer service

Multi-tasking

Team player

Wine knowledge

Education

OLCC Server Permit

Job description

Tasting Room Host.

Join One of Oregon's Original Family-Owned Wineries.

Do you love creating memorable experiences, meeting people from around the world, and working in one of Oregon's most beautiful wine country destinations?

At Sokol Blosser Winery, we're looking for an enthusiastic, hospitality-driven Tasting Room Host who thrives on making people feel welcome. You'll be the first smile our guests see, helping create unforgettable experiences while sharing our wines, our story, and the beauty of the Dundee Hills.

Whether you're passionate about wine or looking to build a career in hospitality, this is an opportunity to work alongside an incredible team while enjoying competitive pay, excellent benefits, and one of the best views in the Willamette Valley.

What You'll Do:

Every day is different, but your focus will always be creating exceptional guest experiences.

You’ll:

• Welcome guests and create a warm, memorable first impression.
• Manage reservations and help maintain a smooth flow throughout the Tasting Room.
• Guide guests through their visit while delivering outstanding hospitality.
• Answer phone inquiries with professionalism and enthusiasm.
• Work closely with the Tasting Room Manager to ensure every guest leaves happy.
• Help maintain a beautiful, clean, and inviting space.
• Collaborate with your teammates to continually improve the guest experience.
• Pitch in wherever needed to help the team succeed.

We're Looking For Someone Who Is:

• Naturally warm, outgoing, and enjoys connecting with people.
• Passionate about hospitality, food, wine, or creating memorable experiences.
• Organized and able to juggle multiple priorities with ease.
• A positive team player who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment.
• Curious, eager to learn, and excited to expand their wine knowledge.
• A creative problem solver with strong communication skills.

Qualifications:

• Experience in hospitality, restaurants, retail, customer service, or wine a plus.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Able to obtain (or already possess) an OLCC Server Permit.
• Able to lift up to 45 pounds and remain on your feet throughout the day.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Competitive hourly wage plus tips, commissions, and gratuities with earning potential of up to $23 per hour.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and Employee Assistance Program benefits.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Generous paid time off.
• Wine allocations and employee discounts.
• A collaborative, supportive team culture where your ideas matter.
• The opportunity to grow your wine knowledge and hospitality career.

About Sokol Blosser:

Nestled in the heart of Oregon's beautiful Dundee Hills, Sokol Blosser Winery is one of the state's last remaining pioneering wineries that is still family-owned and operated.

For more than 50 years, we've been crafting world-class wines while staying true to our values of sustainability, innovation, and community. We're proud to be a Certified B Corp, our barrel cellar is LEED Certified, and our estate vineyards are Certified Organic.

Sokol Blosser Winery is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic.