Wine Server for Bubble Bar

Tasting Room Expo; McMinnville (OR); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Tasting Room Expo in McMinnville, Oregon, seeks a Sparkling Wine Server to greet guests, guide tastings, and share the story of our sparkling wines. You will maintain tasting bar service, assist with bottle sales, and ensure smooth operation at the tasting flight experiences.

The ideal candidate has 1+ year in hospitality or wine sales, a passion for wine, and a valid OLCC permit and Food Handler's Card. Weekend availability and ability to stand for long periods are required.

Qualifications

• Experience in hospitality or wine sales.
• Interest in sparkling wine production.
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods and lift 40–50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests and guide them through sparkling wine flights or tastings.
• Explain flavor profiles, bubbles, vintages and pairings.
• Promote bottle sales, reservations and events.
• Maintain clean glassware and operate the tasting bar and POS.

Skills

Wine knowledge

Customer service

Upselling

Job description

Job Overview

Role: Sparkling Wine Server

Reports To: Restaurant Manager / Manager on Duty

Location Standard: Oregon (requires local service permits like an OLCC permit and Food Handler’s Card)

Age Requirement: Must be at least 21 years old

Key Responsibilities

Guest Hospitality: Greet visitors warmly, guide them through sparkling wine and champagne flights or seated tastings, and share stories about the winemaking or process.

Wine Education: Explain flavor profiles, bubble characteristics, vintage details, and food pairings with confidence.

Sales & Upselling: Actively promote bottle sales, dinner reservations, hotel and spa bookings, and community events.

Operations & Service: Maintain pristine glassware, stock tasting bars, clear tables, and operate the point-of-sale system accurately.

Compliance: Practice responsible alcohol service and adhere to state liquor laws.

Qualifications & Requirements

Experience: 1+ years in hospitality, wine sales, or restaurant service.

Knowledge: A strong personal interest or background in wine, with a willingness to master sparkling wine production.

Physical: Ability to stand and walk for up to 8 hours and regularly lift 40 to 50 lbs (cases of wine).

Availability: Flexible schedule, including weekends, 11am-7pm shift.

Permits: Valid state alcohol service permit and a Food Handler's Card.