Tasting Room Associate

Job Summary We are seeking an enthusiastic and customer-focused Tasting Room Associate for a part-time contract opportunity in Guerneville, CA. This guest-facing hospitality role is ideal for someone who enjoys wine, storytelling, sales, and creating memorable visitor experiences in a dynamic winery environment. As a Tasting Room Associate, you will welcome guests, lead tastings and tours, share winery and winemaking knowledge, and support wine, club membership, and merchandise sales. This is a great opportunity to work with a collaborative hospitality team, receive training in wine education and guest service, and be part of a positive, team-oriented environment where excellent service and guest engagement are valued. Key Responsibilities

• Welcome guests with professionalism, warmth, and a strong hospitality mindset.
• Conduct wine and sparkling wine tasting experiences while educating guests on products, winery history, and winemaking practices.
• Lead engaging tours and create informative, memorable experiences that encourage guest loyalty and repeat visits.
• Promote and sell wines, club memberships, and retail merchandise while supporting tasting room sales goals.
• Process transactions accurately using the Point of Sale system and recommend wine selections or pairings.
• Maintain a clean, organized, stocked, and sanitized tasting room environment while following safety, sanitation, and responsible beverage service guidelines. Compensation and Benefits

• Pay:

  $20.00 to $26.00 per hour.

• Job Type:

  Contract/Temporary.

• Schedule:

  Part-time, averaging up to 25 hours per week.
• Must be available to work weekends and holidays.
• Flexibility required during peak tourism and seasonal periods.
• Employee discounts on wine and merchandise.
• Training and education in wine, hospitality, and sales.
• Fun, team-oriented work environment.

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