Wine Specialist
Distinguished Vineyards & Wine Partners, Dundee, OR, United States
We have an exciting opportunity for a Tasting Room Wine Specialist to join the Argyle Winery Hospitality team! Reporting to the Tasting Room Manager, this role is a table service position that is the ambassador for the Argyle story. This position educates customers on Argyle wines, many of which are available exclusively at the Tasting House. The role welcomes guests and offers guidance on various wine flights and by‑glass selections, and describes the complexities of each bottling, our estate vineyards, wine‑making processes, wine characteristics and all the nuances in‑between. The Wine Specialist also consults guests on to‑go wine bottle and case purchases while promoting and securing club membership sign‑ups and related club incentives/benefits. This position includes shifts for events, sales campaigns, virtual tastings and/or additional hospitality positions as needed on site, and is eligible for tips and incentives.
This role is based in Dundee, OR and is a part‑time, non‑exempt position, working Saturday – Monday, 24 hours per week. The incumbent qualifies for outstanding health‑care benefits, PTO, 401(k) plan, wine allowance and more!
Minimum Qualifications
Stand and walk for long periods of time
Lift upwards of 50lbs with or without reasonable accommodation
Passion and knowledge for fine wine
Strong computer skills (MS Office, CRM, and POS systems)
Previous sales experience in a restaurant, customer service, or winery tasting room setting preferred
Strong organizational and customer‑service skills; ability to manage priorities and workflow
Versatility, flexibility, and willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm
Good judgment with ability to make timely and sound decisions for customer resolution in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment and to quickly resolve guest concerns
Professional appearance and demeanor
Effective communication with people at all levels and from various backgrounds, and ability to execute/implement management direction and procedures
Must be able to provide U.S. work authorization without current or future sponsorship
Key Responsibilities
Perform fine wine hospitality, service & sales including processing orders and delivering tableside operations
Provide accessible on‑floor support to daily TH (tasting house) team
Monitor and assist with TH staff's daily setup (opening), ongoing, and closing duties and events
Assist, oversee, and model high‑service standards and attentive service
Ensure guest satisfaction through ongoing table touches, monitoring, and acknowledgment of all Club Members to strengthen relationship building
Actively participate in all OneHouse sessions and staff meetings
Support other winery projects (internal or external)
Execute behaviors and performance to company standards, including policies, safety, and direction
Argyle Equity and Inclusion Statement – Argyle for All At Argyle, we welcome differences, seek diverse perspectives and stand for fairness. While there will always be more work to be done as we honor and uphold the values of equity and inclusion, we strive to do the right thing, not just for today, but for the long‑term. We understand that our words matter, but that our actions matter more. We are an equal‑opportunity employer because we believe in equality for all. From our own employees to our guests, customers, community and industry partners, we are committed to treating everyone with dignity, respect and kindness that they deserve. At Argyle, our doors are open to all.
By joining Argyle, you will be joining a team of diverse individuals, all passionate about wines, our employees, and our business and what they do! We aim to provide a fun and inclusive culture where everyone can be the best they can be and have a great time doing it. When applying for this opportunity, please complete an application and provide a complete resume. Distinguished Vineyards and its wine partnerships (MacRostie Winery, Markham Vineyards, and Argyle Winery) are an equal opportunity employer and encourage all to apply. All applications are kept confidential. Please visit our website to learn more about our culture: Distinguished Vineyards
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This role is based in Dundee, OR and is a part‑time, non‑exempt position, working Saturday – Monday, 24 hours per week. The incumbent qualifies for outstanding health‑care benefits, PTO, 401(k) plan, wine allowance and more!
Minimum Qualifications
Stand and walk for long periods of time
Lift upwards of 50lbs with or without reasonable accommodation
Passion and knowledge for fine wine
Strong computer skills (MS Office, CRM, and POS systems)
Previous sales experience in a restaurant, customer service, or winery tasting room setting preferred
Strong organizational and customer‑service skills; ability to manage priorities and workflow
Versatility, flexibility, and willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm
Good judgment with ability to make timely and sound decisions for customer resolution in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment and to quickly resolve guest concerns
Professional appearance and demeanor
Effective communication with people at all levels and from various backgrounds, and ability to execute/implement management direction and procedures
Must be able to provide U.S. work authorization without current or future sponsorship
Key Responsibilities
Perform fine wine hospitality, service & sales including processing orders and delivering tableside operations
Provide accessible on‑floor support to daily TH (tasting house) team
Monitor and assist with TH staff's daily setup (opening), ongoing, and closing duties and events
Assist, oversee, and model high‑service standards and attentive service
Ensure guest satisfaction through ongoing table touches, monitoring, and acknowledgment of all Club Members to strengthen relationship building
Actively participate in all OneHouse sessions and staff meetings
Support other winery projects (internal or external)
Execute behaviors and performance to company standards, including policies, safety, and direction
Argyle Equity and Inclusion Statement – Argyle for All At Argyle, we welcome differences, seek diverse perspectives and stand for fairness. While there will always be more work to be done as we honor and uphold the values of equity and inclusion, we strive to do the right thing, not just for today, but for the long‑term. We understand that our words matter, but that our actions matter more. We are an equal‑opportunity employer because we believe in equality for all. From our own employees to our guests, customers, community and industry partners, we are committed to treating everyone with dignity, respect and kindness that they deserve. At Argyle, our doors are open to all.
By joining Argyle, you will be joining a team of diverse individuals, all passionate about wines, our employees, and our business and what they do! We aim to provide a fun and inclusive culture where everyone can be the best they can be and have a great time doing it. When applying for this opportunity, please complete an application and provide a complete resume. Distinguished Vineyards and its wine partnerships (MacRostie Winery, Markham Vineyards, and Argyle Winery) are an equal opportunity employer and encourage all to apply. All applications are kept confidential. Please visit our website to learn more about our culture: Distinguished Vineyards
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