Tasting Room Associate / Host - Castoro Cellars

Tasting Room Associate - Castoro Cellars Castoro Cellars is seeking an enthusiastic, customer-focused Tasting Room Associate & Host to join our close-knit team. This position is perfect for someone passionate about wine, hospitality, and delivering outstanding guest experiences. As a front-line ambassador of the Castoro Cellars brand, you'll pour tastings, share our story, and support the many moving parts of our dynamic tasting room and event operations.

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About-Us Key Responsibilities:

Create a welcoming, high-energy environment for all visitors Pour and educate guests on Castoro Cellars' full portfolio of wines Share the Castoro Cellars story in an engaging and professional manner Assist guests with tastings, bottle purchases, and club sign-ups Accurately operate the POS system and handle transactions (cash, card, and club orders) Promote and enroll guests into our Wine Club Follow all ABC and RBS guidelines for responsible alcohol service Restock, merchandise, and maintain cleanliness of the tasting room and displays Support daily opening and closing tasks, including till counts and securing the premises Fulfill and pack club orders and assist with shipping when needed

Event & Special Service Responsibilities:

Regularly work on-site and off-site events, including setup, service, and breakdown Pour and represent Castoro Cellars at VIP, large group, and special tastings Provide polished service and storytelling during private, curated, and high-volume events Maintain professionalism and composure in dynamic and fast-paced event environments

Team Support & Flexibility:

Support seasonal needs, including packing club shipments and assisting on the bottling line Be adaptable to shifting priorities within a small, collaborative team Willingness to cross-train and contribute wherever needed

Qualifications:

Must be 21 years of age or older Passionate about wine, spirits, and hospitality Excellent communication and customer service skills Weekend, holiday, and evening availability required RBS certified, or able to become certified within 30 days of hire Able to lift up to 50 lbs. and stand for long periods Prior experience in tasting rooms, hospitality, or events is preferred

Preferred Skills & Traits:

Friendly, outgoing, and motivated to learn and share knowledge Detail-oriented, dependable, and proactive Comfortable working both independently and as part of a small team Thrives in fast-paced environments and enjoys variety in daily tasks

Compensation & Benefits:

Part-Time, Non-Exempt Position (Estimated 32 per week)

Hourly Rate:

$16-$18/hour (DOE) Additional compensation: Tips and Wine Club bonus

Job Types:

Part-time, Seasonal Pay:

$17.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Application Question(s): This position requires availability on the weekends. Can you work Friday to Sunday?

Shift availability:

Day Shift (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Templeton, CA 93465 (Required)

Work Location:

In person