North Carolina has a burgeoning wine industry, and our company introduces people to NC wine with guided wine tours. Groups visit three vineyards, taste what grows locally, and learn about NC's diverse wine region.
We are looking for candidates to be wine guides for the Charlotte area. They must be available for 2-4 wine tours a month. We run tours from Thursday to Sunday, 52 weeks a year.
Responsibilities
- Drive & escort small groups (10 or fewer) to multiple vineyards in the NC wine region (1 hour north of Charlotte).
- Educate/entertain the groups about the wine & history of the vineyards.
- Drive to multiple vineyards in the area and select & pour wine for them at each.
- Make sure groups stay properly hydrated & stay on schedule.
Qualifications
- Knowledge of wine & food pairings (NC wine is preferred but not necessary).
- Have an outgoing & helpful personality.
- Be available for Fridays/Saturdays (Sundays are a plus).
- Have a clean driving record & drive a 15-seat passenger van. Each tour will consist of approx. 160 miles of driving.
- Maintain a budget for each tour.
- Live in the Charlotte area. Most pickups are in the Charlotte area.
Applicants will receive on-the-job training. The training rate is $15/hr, and guides initially earn $25/hr plus tips.
**Must live in Charlotte**