Winery Associate - Nk'Mip Cellars

Job Description NK’MIP CELLARS - WINERY ASSOCIATE

LOCATION: Osoyoos, BC

STATUS: Seasonal Hourly Contract (Mar – Oct)

COMPENSATION: $18.50-$20/hour plus % of team gratuity program

Nk’Mip Cellars, North America’s premier Indigenous-owned winery, proudly showcases award-winning BC VQA wines in the stunning South Okanagan. Join our team and contribute to the unique story of this legendary winery through exceptional guest experiences.

As a Winery Associate at Nk’Mip Cellars, you play a pivotal role in creating memorable guest experiences. From warmly welcoming visitors to facilitating educational wine tastings, you contribute to a positive atmosphere and drive wine sales.

• Welcome and engage guests with enthusiasm and kindness.
• Conduct tastings, share our story, and promote wine sales and our wine club.
• Perform tasting room duties, including processing sales, maintaining merchandise and wine levels.
• Assist in achieving sales targets.
• Conduct daily cleaning duties to ensure a pristine winery environment.

• Minimum age of 19 and possession of a Serving It Right certificate.
• Team player willing to assist in all areas of business as needed (Tastings, Retail Sales, Restaurant)
• Passion for people, wine, and hospitality.
• Detail-oriented, multitasking ability, and a strong work ethic.
• Courteous, friendly, and positive attitude.
• Commitment to a healthy and safe environment for team members and guests.
• Related training (WSET/ISG) and/or second language an asset, but not required.
• Ability to lift 40 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Able to work weekends throughout the season.

• Work in a picturesque setting with some of the most stunning views in the Okanagan.
• Enjoy staff discounts on wine, comprehensive training, food and wine pairing events, and excellent sales incentives.
• Staff discounts on wine at all Arterra Wines Canada winery locations.
• Benefit from flexible scheduling for both full-time and part-time staff.

Join our team at Nk’Mip Cellars and contribute to the magic that happens when our wines are shared and enjoyed. Be part of a diverse and inclusive environment where you can be your best self in serving our guests.

We are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that reflects the diverse population it serves and we encourage applications from all qualified individuals. We are also committed to preventing and removing barriers to employment for people with disabilities, and we invite you to inform us should you have any accessibility or accommodation needs.