Wine Sales & Tasting Room Associate

Hawks View Winery; Sherwood (OR); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Hawks View Winery in Sherwood, Oregon, seeks a friendly Tasting Room Wine Sales Associate to welcome guests, educate tastings, and promote wine club memberships. This role focuses on delivering outstanding hospitality and guiding guests through our Willamette Valley wine offerings in a scenic venue.

The position emphasizes sales, guest education, and teamwork, with extended tasting room hours and weekend availability in a beautiful outdoor setting.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 and over.
• 1+ years in wine, restaurant, hospitality, or retail experience required.
• Sales experience with upselling wine, food pairings, and merchandise.
• Excellent communication skills and a friendly, hospitable demeanor.
• Able to stand, walk, and lift 40-50 lbs; able to work weekends and holidays.
• Must have or be willing to obtain Food Handlers Card and OLCC permit.
• Prompt, detail-oriented, and able to work in a high-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of members, guests, and associates.
• Explain the tasting process and wines to guests before they ask.
• Explain wine club membership benefits and encourage sign-up.
• Assist in wine and merchandise purchases; know policies and promotions.
• Watch for signs of intoxication and maintain guest safety.
• Thank guests and encourage future visits.
• Stock wine, glasses, supplies; open bottles; daily cleaning tasks.
• Other duties as assigned by a Manager.

Skills

Sales

Customer service

Wine knowledge

Upselling

Cash handling

POS proficiency

Communication

Teamwork

Hospitality

Stamina

Tools

POS System

Job description

Hawks View Winery in Sherwood, Oregon, seeks a friendly Tasting Room Wine Sales Associate to welcome guests, educate tastings, and promote wine club memberships. This role focuses on delivering outstanding hospitality and guiding guests through our Willamette Valley wine offerings in a scenic venue.

The position emphasizes sales, guest education, and teamwork, with extended tasting room hours and weekend availability in a beautiful outdoor setting.