Wine Experience Specialist & Club Ambassador

AJA Vineyards, LLC; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

AJA Vineyards, LLC in Santa Monica seeks a Tasting Room Associate to deliver an exceptional guest experience through wine knowledge, friendly service, and a sales-driven mindset. This part-time role requires weekend availability and involves leading tastings, building club member relationships, and helping with events.

You will handle POS transactions, assist with daily operations, and ensure proper display and pricing of retail items while maintaining a polished appearance.

Qualifications

• Must be 21+ years old and able to lift 50 lbs.
• Part-time role with weekend availability.
• Experience in retail, hospitality or customer service preferred.
• Knowledge of OrderPort POS is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors with enthusiasm and provide excellent guest service.
• Lead tastings and educate guests on wines and the winery story.
• Upsell and recruit wine club members.
• Handle POS transactions and assist with events.
• Assist with opening/closing, stocking, and display of retail items.
• Help with tasting room maintenance and cleanliness.

Skills

Customer service

Sales skills

OrderPort POS

Education

High School Diploma, or equivalent

Tools

OrderPort POS

Job description

AJA Vineyards, LLC in Santa Monica seeks a Tasting Room Associate to deliver an exceptional guest experience through wine knowledge, friendly service, and a sales-driven mindset. This part-time role requires weekend availability and involves leading tastings, building club member relationships, and helping with events.

You will handle POS transactions, assist with daily operations, and ensure proper display and pricing of retail items while maintaining a polished appearance.