Seasonal Tasting Room Associate

A seasonal, part‑time Tasting Room Associate job in Walla Walla, WA is available at Northstar Winery
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As a Tasting Room Associate, you set the tone for the winery experience and will ensure that every guest feels a positive and genuine connection with the winery.

This is a seasonal, part‑time, hourly role that is eligible for tips. Availability in the evenings and on weekends is required.

Ste. Michelle Wine Estates is the largest wine company in the Pacific Northwest, with a 90+ year history of commitment to quality, service, and community. Our award‑winning wines from Oregon and Washington reflect the spirit of people, the abundance of the land, and an excellence‑driven culture. The portfolio includes Chateau Ste. Michelle, 14 Hands, Columbia Crest, Erath, A to Z Wineworks, REX HILL, Intrinsic, Liquid Light, Northstar, and Spring Valley Vineyard, enjoyed across the U.S. and in over 100 countries.

• Be friendly, courteous, and capable of interacting with a variety of personalities in a professional and polite manner, with an eagerness to meet the needs of every guest
• Learn product information to assist guests with making selections and purchases, and assist with events
• Assist with fulfillment of wine club and eCommerce orders as necessary, including pulling, packing, and processing wine orders for delivery and curbside pickup
• Assist management with the effective, tactful, and professional enforcement of winery policies regarding use of the facility
• Perform general housekeeping duties to ensure the appearance and cleanliness of the tasting room meet or exceed standards
• Operate POS/registers to sell wine, merchandise, wine club memberships, and to collect wine tasting fees as needed

• Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Stand and walk for extended periods of time

• Must be at least 21 years of age with a high school diploma or equivalent
• MAST Class 12 Permit required
• 2+ years of customer service experience required (retail/hospitality preferred)
• Excellent communication, customer service, and sales skills, with the ability to prioritize while handling multiple tasks
• Interest in or knowledge of wine and the wine industry
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, changing environment as part of a team
• Proficiency in Point of Sales (POS) systems and basic computer skills required
• Must be flexible and available to work varied hours, including weekends
• History of responsible use of alcohol and other appropriate conduct, as well as fitness to be licensed, permitted, and/or certified by state and/or local regulatory bodies

$16.92 – $21.38 per hour, based upon relevant experience.

Our Total Rewards programs are designed to attract, motivate, and retain talented, curious people with a passion for innovation, collaboration, continuous improvement, and growth. We offer leading programs that inspire and reward superior performance, fostering an inclusive, diverse, and healthy workforce.

We Challenge:
We are driven to succeed in everything we do, challenging ourselves and our team to perform at the highest level.
We Care:
We put people first—our team, our consumers, our customers, our communities.
We Collaborate:
We believe there is nothing we can’t accomplish together, lifting those around us to achieve both individual and collective success.

Harvest your potential. Uncork the possibilities! If you are interested in the Seasonal Tasting Room Associate job in Walla Walla, WA
, please apply now.

Ste. Michelle Wine Estates is an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other protected class. For more information, see the EEOC’s “Equal Employment Opportunity is The Law” poster.