Tasting Room Associate – Helioterra Wines
Seeking Part time; Seasonal and Part time;Year Round
Location: Fish Creek, Door County, WI
Dates: Mid-June to October (Daily from June through Labor Day, weekends only from November – May)
About Us:
Helioterra Wines is Door County's newest winery! We are a family-owned winery based in Portland, OR, with deep roots in Wisconsin. Our winemaker, originally from Sheboygan, WI, crafts wines that celebrate both the art of winemaking and the spirit of the Pacific Northwest. Our tasting room in beautiful Door County at the Top of the Hills Shops offers an inviting, educational, and relaxed atmosphere for guests to enjoy our thoughtfully crafted wines. For more information visit www.helioterrawines.com
We are looking for a friendly, outgoing, and knowledgeable Tasting Room Associate to join our team and create memorable experiences for our guests. If you love wine, enjoy working in a dynamic, customer-focused environment, and want to be part of a growing winery, we’d love to hear from you!
Position Overview:
As a Tasting Room Associate, you will be responsible for providing guests with a warm welcome, guiding them through tastings, sharing our wine stories, and helping them find wines they’ll love. This is a seasonal position with shifts during our busy summer months, and reduced hours in the fall and winter. We are happy to train you about wine!
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide exceptional customer service and hospitality to guests in the tasting room.
- Lead wine tastings, educating guests on the wines we produce and the winemaking process.
- Offer suggestions based on customers’ preferences, helping them choose wines for purchase.
- Maintain a clean, welcoming, and organized tasting room.
- Assist with inventory management and wine sales.
- Support special events, tours, and private tastings as needed.
- Help with general winery operations including setting up and breaking down tasting events.
Ideal Candidate:
- Passionate about wine and the wine industry (experience in the industry is a plus but not required).
- Enthusiastic and personable, with a strong focus on customer service.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Able to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks at once.
- Available to work a flexible schedule, including weekends (required during busy months).
- Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.
- Must be 21 years of age or older.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
- Able to lift cases of wine (up to 40 lbs) and assist with setup and breakdown for events.
Why Helioterra Wines?
- Work in a beautiful, scenic location in Fish Creek, Door County, WI.
- Be part of a family-owned winery with a strong sense of community.
- Learn about the winemaking process.
- Staff discounts on wine purchases and exclusive access to special events.
- Competitive pay based on experience. Starting at $15 per hour plus tips.
To Apply:
Please send your resume and a brief cover letter to info@helioterrawines.com. We look forward to hearing from you!
Location:
9331 Spring Road Unit 23-B
Fish Creek, WI 54212
Job Types: Part-time, Full-time, Seasonal
Pay: $14.00 - $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 8 – 30 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid training
Compensation Package:
- Bonus opportunities
- Performance bonus
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Evenings as needed
- Evening shift
- Every weekend
Experience:
- Hospitality: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Fish Creek, WI 54212 (Required)
Work Location: In person