Cline Tasting Room Associate (Sonoma, CA)

This position is eligible for a $1000 Sign On Bonus!

Cline Family Cellars is a family-owned and operated winery in Sonoma built on a passion for winemaking and rooted in respect for the land.
We’re looking for a dynamic individual with a positive and professional attitude. An individual with a can-do attitude that takes pride in the level of hospitality they provide.  Successful candidates must work well with others.

Essential Functions

• Set-up and host wine tastings and tours for guests
• Open, close and operate cash registers and POS systems
• Sell wine, merchandise and wine club memberships to meet or exceed monthly sales targets
• Provide service and hospitality that exceeds our guest’s expectations
• Ability to cross sell and promote The Olive Press and Jacuzzi Family Vineyards (our sister properties)
• Be informed on local hospitality offerings and make recommendations to guests
• Responsible Hospitality
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, with good presentation skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends, holidays and occasional evenings
• Ability to remain standing and actively working for the full shift
• Be comfortable addressing and talking to large groups of people
• Be able to help multiple groups while behind the bar
• Maintain Tasting Room including organization, inventory, and stocking supplies
• Passionate about wine and desire to become knowledgeable about our wines and our sustainable farming practices
• Exemplary customer service skills
• Must be at least 21 years of age

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to squat, lift and carry 50 lbs. (a case of wine) on occasion 
• Must be able to stand on feet up to 8 hours, climb stairs, bend, twist, and work in a small area with other employees
• Must be able to work outdoors at various outdoor tasting locations, and conduct 30-minute walking tours of the winery during the high season

Cline Cellars provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This is a non-management position
This is a full time position