Sales Associate Job Description

Taylor Brooke Farm LLC accepts applications on a rolling basis for sales associate positions. We typically hire in the spring but occasionally hire other times of the year.

Taylor Brooke Farm LLC is looking to hire additional sales associates. New hires may be trained to work at either the winery and/or brewery based on scheduling and availability.

The most important qualities a sales associate should have is patience, flexibility, cooperation, and a positive attitude. All other duties, responsibilities, and knowledge about beer and wine will be taught through staff training. Must be able to lift 40 pounds and be able to stand for a full shift.

This is an hourly, part-time, tipped position. We are looking for sales associates who can be available to work at least 1 shift a week. Must be available Saturday and/or Sunday. Monday availability a plus.

Vineyard Assistant

Job Type: Full Time

Compensation:

• $16-$20/hr depending on experience and qualifications
• Employee discounts on beer and wine
• Paid vacation for full-time employees after the first full year of employment
• Training and education related to viticulture offered
• 1 hour paid lunch
• Potential for overtime during harvest

Job Description: The Vineyard Assistant will assist the Vineyard Manager in daily operations of the vineyard, farm, and physical plant. Candidates must be 18 years or older and physically capable of working inside and outdoors all year round under various weather conditions. The ideal candidate would have Pesticide Handling & Spraying experience, otherwise, you must be willing to learn. We are a small team, and the ability to work closely with others is required, as well as the ability to work independently when necessary.

AVAILABILITY DURING HARVEST IS REQUIRED. (appx. September-October)

Job Responsibilities (including, but not limited to):

• Operating tractors and farm equipment
• Maintenance of grape vines, and farm crops (pruning, trellis/wire work, fertilizing, and harvesting)
• Maintenance of farm vehicles and equipment (will train)
• Landscape maintenance
• Work on our compost program (we compost the spent grains from our brewery)
• Facility and Warehouse upkeep
• Use of power tools
• Effective communication to ensure employee safety
• Maintaining a positive work environment
• Creative and collaborative problem-solving

Summary: Taylor Brooke Farm is the first craft Winery & Brewery in Connecticut. 50% of the wine we produce comes from grapes grown on site. Experience with any of the previously described job responsibilities would be ideal but are willing to train the right candidate.