Wine Steward

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JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Title: Blackbird Vineyards Hospitality Assistant Position Status: Part-Time, Non-Exempt (Hourly) Reports to: Hospitality Manager Location: Blackbird Tasting Annex, Napa, CA _______________________________________________________________________________________

POSITION SUMMARY:

Provides back of the house assistance to the hospitality team to help ensure the quality, efficiency and safety of all guest experiences and overall operations.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in openings and/or closings
• Assist in set-up and break-down of tastings.
• Wash and polish glassware, utensils and all items used in tastings.
• Coordinate private event confirmation and set-up details as necessary.
• Confirm tasting appointments.
• Inventory, order and restock supplies.
• Communicate and coordinate any necessary repairs or routine maintenance.
• Keep scullery organized and clean.

PERSONAL SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

• Energetic, reliable, dependable and team oriented.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills required.
• Strong attention to service detail.
• Manage numerous projects/responsibilities at one time.
• Technology oriented. Conversant with Microsoft Outlook and Word.

REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Work evenings, weekends, and holidays, as needed
• Valid CA Driver’s license
• Meet age requirement
• High school diploma

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Stoop, crouch and bend with frequency.
• Feel, grasp and manipulate objects as well as dexterous finger movements.
• Pull, push and lift objects, up to 50 lbs., from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position.
• Stand in a stationary position for an extended period.
• Walk and move briskly, maneuvering through narrow spaces.
• Talk and hear to receive and give feedback and express safety concerns.
• Visual acuity to observe hospitality operations and read and type information.

NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The above information is representative of the work performed in this position; however, it is not all-inclusive. The omission of a specific duty or responsibility does not exclude it from the position if the work is similar or related to the essential duties and responsibilities.