Event Coordinator

EVENT COORDINATOR

Are you a dynamic individual with a passion for planning, hosting and ensuring every detail is just right? TerraVox Winery is seeking an energetic Event Coordinator to join our team and play a vital role in creating unforgettable wine events.

PRIMARY RESONSIBILITIES

• Provide guest experiences that will build brand loyalty
• Communicate TerraVox mission and activities in a knowledgeable, professional and gracious manner to all guests. https://www.smithsonianmag.com/arts-culture/man-saving-americas-forgotton-grapes-180983239/
• Serve wine as tastings, flights, by the glass and by the bottle for guests in both individual and group settings
• Promote the sale of wine and merchandise at events, pursue sales and event opportunities and promote the wine club
• Accurately use Square POS for sales transactions
• Accurately use Microsoft Office suite to maintain inventory and sample logs
• Maintain the physical setting of event spaces to reinforce brand standards by ensuring that all public areas are tidy and that displays of wine and merchandise products are attractive and well-maintained
• Prep and tear down events
• Contact current and prospective customers via phone and email to increase wine sales and wine club enrollment
• Demonstrate personal accountability in following all company policies and procedures
• Work cooperatively with other members of the team to achieve goals and maintain open channels of communication

TEAM TASKS

• Bottling and harvest season on an as-needed basis

PERFORMANCE SPECS

• Build on existing events, host tasting & tours, develop a corporate event program, off-site events and more

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

• The Event Coordinator will attend weekly team meetings with the owner and staff to report on tasks accomplished for the week and to prioritize upcoming tasks

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of 5 years of industry-related experience
• Valid driver's license
• Reliable transportation for commuting to the vineyard and to vineyard events
• 21 years of age or older
• High school diploma or GED
• First-hand knowledge and appreciation of wine and wine-related topics
• The ability to taste, smell and describe aromas and flavors of the wines
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to speak confidently to individuals and groups
• Retail sales and customer service experience including the ability to present products, up-sell and cross-sell, ask for and close a sale
• Interpersonal awareness, relationship management and influencing skills
• Available extended hours, weekends and occasional holidays as required to complete the job
• The ability to take detailed instructions
• Clear communication with supervisors and support personnel
• The ability to maintain a professional appearance and demeanor
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team and maintain a positive disposition
• The ability to multi-task in an organized fashion and remain calm under pressure in a busy work environment
• The ability to stand for extended periods
• The ability to lift and carry 50 pounds

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Food handling certificate
• Certification of Completion for Introductory Course & Examination (or higher) through the Court of Master Sommeliers

COMPENSATION

• Commensurate with experience

TYPE OF WORK

• Full Time

STATUS

• The position will remain open until filled

For information about TerraVox and our mission please visit www.terravox.wine

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Wine Industry Related: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: In person