Wine Bar Tasting Room Lead

J Willett Companies Inc; Lompoc (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tip pool participation

Wine club membership incentives

Job summary

J Willett Companies Inc in Lompoc, California, is seeking a hospitality-driven individual for our tasting room and wine bar. The ideal candidate will provide knowledgeable service, guide guests through wine flights, and maintain a welcoming atmosphere.

Qualified candidates should have prior experience in wine service or hospitality, possess a strong baseline knowledge of wine, and demonstrate a positive, detail-oriented attitude. This role includes participation in a tip pool and is ideal for those who excel at building guest relationships.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in wine service or hospitality.
• Strong baseline wine knowledge.
• Comfort with light food handling.

Responsibilities

• Provide attentive service in a tasting room.
• Guide guests through wine selections.
• Maintain a clean and welcoming environment.

Skills

Wine service experience

Strong wine knowledge

Guest-facing role experience

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Job description

We are looking for a hospitality-driven individual to join our tasting room and wine bar team. This role is ideal for candidates with a strong passion in wine, a genuine passion for hospitality.

Responsibilities include:

• Providing attentive, knowledgeable service in a tasting room and wine bar setting
• Guiding guests through wine flights, bottle selections, and food pairings with confidence and clarity
• Sharing the story of our wines, vineyards, and region in an approachable and engaging way
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and welcoming space
• Assisting with light food preparation and service.
• Supporting daily operations as part of a small, collaborative team

Qualifications:

• Prior experience in wine service, tasting room hospitality, restaurants, or a similar guest-facing role
• Strong baseline wine knowledge with the ability to communicate it clearly
• Comfort with light food handling and presentation
• Positive attitude, professionalism, reliability, and attention to detail
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a small team

This role participates in a strong tip pool, supported by a higher end wine program, thoughtful hospitality, and elevated average guest tickets. Team members are also eligible for wine club membership incentives, creating additional earning potential for those who excel at building guest relationships and converting memorable experiences into long term customer engagement.