J. Rickards Winery is an Established Family Owned and Operated Northern Sonoma
County Winery deeply driven by our passion for our wines, our vineyards, our people, and
the amazing property we live on. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a dedicated
team, to discover our award-winning wines and share your knowledge with others. Join us
and come to work every day surrounded by exceptional wines, sustainable vines and
breathtaking scenery.
We are currently seeking a dynamic, driven, and professional individual to join our
hospitality team. The Tasting Room Host acts as a brand ambassador, creates memorable
experiences for all guests, and works well in a team-oriented environment. Duties &
responsibilities include daily interaction with winery guests, hosting tastings & guided tour
experiences, educating visitors on our history, assisting with special winery events and
participation in outreach to local partners.
The successful candidate will possess skills including:
Previous Tasting Room, hospitality, or wine sales experience
A healthy sense of humor as well as a vivacious and outgoing personality
Operates with enthusiasm, integrity, and a customer-first attitude
Monday, Friday and Saturday availability and on-call availability during the week and
event Sundays required
A passion for wine and food
Promotion and sales of our Wine Club
Very strong multi-tasking skills
Enjoys working in a team environment
Valid CA driver's license with clean driving record
Stand for up to eight hours a day while working
Familiarity working with VinNOW software, a plus
Lift up to 50 pounds, repetitively
Preparing and packing wine shipments
Ensure all sales and orders are promptly and properly processed in the POS system
Stocking and cleaning
Must be at least 21 years of age and possess or is able to complete certification for
Responsible Beverage Service
Our commitment to you:
Opportunity to expand your wine knowledge, from vineyard to bottle, from a highly
trained and professional staff
Be part of a close-knit team that emphasizes professional development and growth
Competitive compensation with an opportunity for bonuses/commission tied directly to
performance
We look forward to hearing from you and ask that you please include a current resume and cover letter.