Tasting Room Associate/ Administrative Assistant (full-time, seasonal)
We are looking for a dedicated, energetic candidate to fulfill a versatile role for the upcoming 2022 season. This role will be a full-time position that is split between sales-focused tasks in our tasting room and weekly administrative duties. This role will work closely in support of the General Manager and will provide excellent insight into the day-to-day management of a small business operation.
The right candidate will be:
- A wine enthusiast (WSET or ISG certification an asset, but not required)
- Customer-service driven and eager to deliver personalized hospitality
- Professional, organized and punctual
- A core contributor to the daily culture of the business
- Able to manage a fast-paced environment
- 19+ years of age
- Serving It Right certified
- Able to lift 40 lbs
- Able to stand for extended periods of time
- Class 5 or 7 Driver's licence*
- Able to work weekends and some evenings throughout the season
Duties will include:
- Lead a curated tasting room experience to deliver personalized customer service and share the philosophy of our winemaking and farming practices
- Be a gracious host who is familiar with the Vancouver Island wine region, including local offerings and attractions
- Execute weekly/monthly sales targets
- Support direct to consumer (DTC) sales, including fulfillment, processing and shipment of orders
- Assist with packaging, including management of product inventory
- Maintain cleanliness of the tasting room, retail shop, patio and all public areas
- Operate farmer's market stall (occasional)
* due to the location of the winery, applicants must have their own method of transportation
To apply for this position, please submit resumé by email only to admin@rathjencellars.com
Contract length: 7 months (April to October)
Salary: $20.00/hr + gratuities (& wine!)
Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal
Application deadline: 2022-03-11
Expected start date: 2022-03-15 or 2022-03-22