Averill Creek Vineyard in the Cowichan Valley is looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our tasting room team.
Do you like trying new wines, meeting new people and making tips? This might be the job for you! We are producers and purveyors of quality, Vancouver Island wines. Our goal in our tasting room is to showcase our wines, our story, and to leave our guests mesmerized by their experience. We as a team believe in working hard, while having fun; We take wine very seriously, but not ourselves!
Opportunity of full or part-time, seasonal position from August to October. It is a fast paced environment, but we have lots of wine. There is opportunity for growth or for extra shifts in other departments in the off-season. Hours may vary but are typically from 10am to 6pm. Short shifts may occur.

APPLICANTS SHOULD MEET THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS:

• Previous hospitality or sales experience helpful but not required
• Serve it Right certified (or willing to take the course)
• Excellent customer service skills, excellent presentation skills
• Wine knowledge, WSET or ISG education a definite asset, but not required
• Familiarity with POS systems is helpful, but not required
• Able to multitask and manage priorities in a busy service environment
• Professional appearance and demeanor
• Able to stand for long periods of time and lift up to 40lbs repeatedly
• 19+ years of age

• As a tasting room sales associate your main priority is to engage our guests with our wines and promote brand loyalty
• Acquire a basic knowledge of our winery and our wines, extensive training is provided
• Greet all visitors to the winery and create a memorable experience
• Pour wines for sampling, make connections, provide quality service
• Handle routine sales transactions which includes operating a cash register and POS system
• Display and stock retail items and wines
• Set up / close down patio and tasting room daily
• Maintain cleanliness of the facility
  Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
  Pay: $17.85 per hour
  Expected hours: 16 – 35 per week

Benefits:

• Discounted or free food
• Flexible schedule
• On-site parking
• Store discount

Work Location: In perso