TERLATO WINES

Tasting Room Lead

East Orange, NJ, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $24.00 - $27.00
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Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Paid Time Off
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k)

Job Description

Rutherford Hill Winery is a distinguished winery committed to the art of crafting exceptional wines while providing guests with a warm, educational, and immersive experience. Located amid scenic vineyards, Rutherford Hill stands out for its dedication to sustainability, quality winemaking, and an authentic storytelling approach that connects visitors to the heritage of the land and the passion behind every bottle. The winery prides itself on offering experiences that not only showcase the excellence of its wines but also educate guests about the intricacies of viticulture, wine production, and sustainable practices. \n\nRutherford Hill is currently seeking an outstanding candidate for the... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Must be at least 21 years in age
  • Ability to work weekends and holidays
  • Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs
  • Previous experience in a tasting room restaurant or wine retail setting preferred
  • Strong understanding of viticulture winemaking and wine service
  • Comfortable using POS systems reservation platforms and CRM tools
  • Certification (WSET CMS CSW or equivalent) is a plus

Job Qualifications

  • Strong understanding of viticulture winemaking and wine service
  • Certification (WSET CMS CSW or equivalent) is a plus
  • Previous experience in a tasting room restaurant or wine retail setting preferred
  • Ability to train motivate and lead a team with enthusiasm and professionalism
  • Strong communication skills and a natural ability to engage with guests
  • Comfortable using POS systems reservation platforms and CRM tools
  • Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs
  • Ability to work weekends and holidays
  • Must be at least 21 years in age

Job Duties

  • Lead interactive and engaging wine tastings ensuring a memorable and educational experience for guests
  • Share detailed knowledge of our wines winemaking process and vineyard sustainability efforts
  • Assist guests with wine selection and purchases offering pairing recommendations and insights
  • Uphold exceptional customer service standards creating a welcoming environment for all visitors
  • Oversee daily tasting room operations ensuring smooth service and an outstanding guest experience
  • Assist with inventory management including stocking wine glassware and merchandise
  • Process sales transactions wine club sign-ups and reservations using POS systems
  • Meet and exceed sales goals by recommending wine club memberships and exclusive offerings
  • Train and mentor tasting room staff on wine knowledge service techniques and customer engagement
  • Ensure staff maintains winery standards in presentation cleanliness and hospitality
  • Support the Hospitality Manager with scheduling event execution and operational tasks
  • Lead private tastings wine education classes and VIP experiences
  • Assist in hosting winery events dinners and release parties
  • Represent Rutherford Hill offsite for consumer and trade tastings networking mixers or outreach efforts

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Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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