Tasting Room Host | Part-Time
Fredericksburg, TX
Halter Ranch Texas
On the southern edge of the Edwards Plateau, in the heart of Texas Hill Country, Halter Ranch is a new luxury tasting room in Fredericksburg, Texas. Set on 32 oak-studded acres amidst the Hill Country’s rolling limestone highlands, spring wildflowers, encompassing grasslands, and warm rivers. Halter Ranch Texas is a coveted destination to the burgeoning Texas Highway 290 wine region. Like our Paso Robles Estate, our vineyard partners in central Texas are sustainably farmed with conservation in mind, so we can produce wine we’re proud of while respecting the earth.
Seeking
We are seeking a team-oriented individual who is enthusiastic and passionate about wine and people. Knowledge of the wine and hospitality industry is preferred. Excellent time management skills and the ability to multitask are a must!
Qualifications
A desire to provide the ultimate in hospitality and customer service.
Professional appearance and demeanor.
Must be able to work weekends and Holidays.
Duties
Welcomes guests with a friendly demeanor.
Checks in Reservations.
Assign guests to a Wine Advisor.
Ring guests up for merchandise.
Able to uphold and manage service pacing.
Educates guests on our property and wines when applicable.
Willing and able to manage customer education and expectations.
Helps keep the entry area tidy.
Communicates with Management and team members throughout the day.
Understands complete knowledge of Halter Ranch winery operations & history.
Menu knowledge:
Wine
Food
Merchandise
Guest relations.
Answer calls & inquiries.
Reviewing reservations for the day and confirming all existing reservations.
Assist and set tables if needed.
Greeting & seating guests.
Safety & Sanitation standards.
Assist in the merchandise area, which includes:
Monitoring area
Ringing up merchandise & assisting guests
Restocking merchandise when needed
Other duties as assigned
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. This position may be required to perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the business.
Requirements
Must be able to lift up to 60 lbs. and stand for extended periods of time
Must have 2+ years of customer service experience
Must be able to be outside and on feet for some period of time
Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with multi-tasking a necessity
Must be adaptable and empathetic as a customer facing position
Weekends required
Want to join the Halter team?
To apply submit a cover letter and resume to: Human Resources Director, michelle@halterranch.com. This is a part-time position, Friday-Sunday. This position requires working weekends and holidays. Compensation is $17 per hour, plus applicable tips.
Halter Ranch is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or other protected categories. Halter Ranch will make reasonable accommodations under applicable law for qualified individuals to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job, unless doing so would create an undue hardship for the Company.