Retail Sales & Hospitality Support

Ridge Vineyards•Lytton Springs, TX

9d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is a key support position for all Retail & Hospitality Operations at Ridge Vineyards. The ideal candidate will possess excellent collaborative skills, exemplary self-motivation, a strong work ethic, and be articulate and customer service oriented. The primary objective is to assist and support wine educators/hosts in providing an exceptional guest-service experience to consumers, wine club members, and members of the trade. Ridge Vineyards is a community passionate about crafting exceptional wines and creating memorable experiences, with a rich history dating back to 1962. They pride themselves on their commitment to quality, sustainability, and innovation. The team is composed of dedicated individuals who share a common love for wine and a drive for excellence.

Requirements

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed.
Ability to regularly lift 40 lbs.
Ability to accept and maintain all discipline and behavior standards unique to the alcoholic beverage industry.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in a wine service environment preferred but not required.
Prior experience in the luxury hospitality industry with emphasis on outstanding guest service preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Provide adequate set up and breakdown of Tasting Room, Private and Outdoor Tasting Areas, and Picnic Areas.
Dishwashing to support ongoing guest experience activities throughout the day.
Stocking of wines, non-wine merchandise and various marketing materials.
Breaking down and recycling of all necessary elements including cardboard & glass.
Packaging wine for guests, at the direction of sales staff, including transporting wines to guests’ automobiles.
Putting away wine transfers.
Setting up and breaking down items for private tastings.
Continuously monitoring and maintaining the condition and appearance of the tasting rooms, picnic areas, knoll, and surrounding grounds.
Providing end-of-day tasting room breakdown including washing all dishes, putting away all marketing materials, cleaning and sanitizing of tasting bars, kitchen, offices, and surrounding retail areas.
Performs other related duties as assigned.