Six Eighty Cellars is the newest and most innovative winery on Cayuga Lake, and we are ramping up for an exciting season and want YOU to join our team! PLEASE NOTE THAT OUR LOCATION IS IN OVID, NY ON THE WEST SHORE OF CAYUGA LAKE.
We are seeking enthusiastic tasting room educators, who are proactive in providing an excellent wine tasting experience and superb customer service. You should be able to work independently and as a team player.
Applicants should be:
- willing to learn
- ambitious
- dependable
- energetic
- honest
- responsible and dedicated to continuing the high level of personal service that sets us apart and ahead
Prospective hire will be a self-starter, a "people person", able to lift 40 pounds, have flexible scheduling-- weekends are a MUST. We are currently hiring for seasonal, weekend and part-time positions, however, an interested and competent candidate could have the opportunity for full time year-round employment and potential for growth within our organization.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
- Greet and properly serve guests.
- Learn the Six Eighty story and wine making process in order to knowledgeably share with our visitors and guests.
- Inform and educate through describing wines, wine-making and winery & regional history.
- Sell wines by educating and assisting the customer in making purchasing decisions.
- Promote and sell elevated tasting experiences, Wine Club memberships and special events at the winery.
- Perform accurate POS transactions and money handling.
- Perform daily cleaning and facility duties.
- Minor food prep/plating of food served with tasting.
- Assist with special events and elevated private tasting experiences on premise
- Other duties assigned by the Tasting Room & General Manager.
Preferred Requirements & Qualifications: 1+ years of winery, hospitality, customer service, or a relevant retail sales position. Knowledgeable about wine and tasting room operations. Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $15.50 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
Shift:
Ability to Commute:
Ability to Relocate:
- Ovid, NY: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
