Wine Bar & Tasting Room Lead

J Willett Companies Inc

Wine Bar & Tasting Room Lead

Lompoc, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    We are looking for a hospitality-driven individual to join our tasting room and wine bar team. This role is ideal for candidates with a strong passion in wine, a genuine passion for hospitality.

    Responsibilities include:

    • Providing attentive, knowledgeable service in a tasting room and wine bar setting
    • Guiding guests through wine flights, bottle selections, and food pairings with confidence and clarity
    • Sharing the story of our wines, vineyards, and region in an approachable and engaging way
    • Maintaining a clean, organized, and welcoming space
    • Assisting with light food preparation and service.
    • Supporting daily operations as part of a small, collaborative team

    Qualifications:

    • Prior experience in wine service, tasting room hospitality, restaurants, or a similar guest-facing role
    • Strong baseline wine knowledge with the ability to communicate it clearly
    • Comfort with light food handling and presentation
    • Positive attitude, professionalism, reliability, and attention to detail
    • Ability to work both independently and as part of a small team

    This role participates in a strong tip pool, supported by a higher end wine program, thoughtful hospitality, and elevated average guest tickets. Team members are also eligible for wine club membership incentives, creating additional earning potential for those who excel at building guest relationships and converting memorable experiences into long term customer engagement.