Wine Advisor Part-Time

Halter Ranch Estate

Set along the western-most boundaries of Paso Robles, California, surrounded by the wild, and wide-open Santa Lucia Mountain Range of the Central Coast, Halter Ranch is a 2,700-acre nature estate dedicated to land, art, and legendary terroir-driven wine. Envisioned by Swiss entrepreneur, philanthropist, and world-leading land conservationist, Hansjorg Wyss, the estate is an homage to his mother, Alice, and a haven for the natural world to flourish and deliver exceptional, timeless wines.

Seeking

We are seeking a team-oriented individual who is enthusiastic and passionate about wine and people. Knowledge of the wine and hospitality industry is preferred. Excellent time management skills and the ability to multi-task are a must!

Qualifications

Sales oriented and ability to close the sale.

Strong knowledge and enthusiasm for wine a must.

A desire to provide the ultimate in hospitality and customer service.

Professional appearance and demeanor.

Must be able to work weekends and Holidays.

Must be 21 years old.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

These duties include but are not limited to:

Greets all visitors guests and guides them through their Halter experience (Tours, Tastings, Lunch, By the Bottle, By the Glass, etc.)

Seating guests when necessary

Describes wines, winemaking techniques, and winery history, answers visitors questions.

The taking of guest orders

Transferring of food from kitchen to table when necessary (as the flow of business dictates)

Effectively suggests and sells wine to customers.

The expectation that Wine Advisor be receptive to and to retain, for the purposes of communicating to guests, all restaurant related information including, but not limited to menu items, food descriptors, cooking methods, historical and regional points of culinary significance and standards of service.

Clearing of food and food accessories, to include but not limited to: flatware, plates, stemware, menus, tasting books, linens

Set up and breakdown of restaurant related service items

Accurately handles routine purchasing transactions, which include operating cash register and accounting of daily sales.

Provides general tourist information.

Conducts guided tours as needed.

Assists with the winerys special events as needed.

Acquires and maintains thorough knowledge of winery and its wines.

Assists with display and pricing of retail items and wines as needed.

Merchandise sales, size checks for guest requests, assist with restocking, maintain cleanliness and order in merchandise room

Performs other duties as assigned by the manager(s).

Additional Roles

Wine Advisors may be pulled into alternate roles to fill staffing needs, including, but not limited to:

Bussing

Host

Running

Expeditor

Pit Boss

Breaker

Polisher

Tour guide, both impromptu and reserved tours

Management may assign additional tasks and duties at any point in accordance with business needs.

Hours of service or scheduled working hours may be adjusted in accordance with business needs.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. This position may be required to perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the business.

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time.

Must be able to lift 60+ pounds repeatedly.

Must be able to effectively stock wine, set up and break down tables, chairs and be able to utilize dolly cart and assist in moving heavy objects.