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Cooper's Hawk

Tasting Room Attendant

Dania Beach, FL · On-site

$13 - $17.50/hr

The Cooper's Hawk Tasting Room Attendant has passion for guest service, food, wine and hospitality. They ensure an exceptional Guest experience through efficient and friendly team-based service ...

Acme Hospitality

Tasting Room Associate

Santa Barbara, CA · On-site

$16.90/hr

POSITION SUMMARY As the Tasting Room Associate, you are responsible for providing efficient and ... A passion for work and knowledge of food and beverages. * Someone who can lead and takes pride in ...

Ponte Winery

TASTING ROOM BARBACK

Temecula, CA · On-site

$16.90/hr

Our associates are dedicated to delighting guests by providing excellent hospitality and serving great wine and food in a beautiful environment. Summary: The Tasting Room Barback will set up and ...

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Cooper's Hawk

Tasting Room Attendant

Brookfield, WI · On-site

$12.50 - $16.75/hr

The Cooper's Hawk Tasting Room Attendant has passion for guest service, food, wine and hospitality. They ensure an exceptional Guest experience through efficient and friendly team-based service ...

Cooper's Hawk

Tasting Room Attendant

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

$12.75 - $17/hr

The Cooper's Hawk Tasting Room Attendant has passion for guest service, food, wine and hospitality. They ensure an exceptional Guest experience through efficient and friendly team-based service ...

OSI INDUSTRIES, LLC

Group Lead-Cook

Henryville, IN

$16.50 - $21.25/hr

Follow recipes and use correct portion sizes when cooking food; tasting foods to ensure quality. * Complete temperature logs for all foods prepared, during holding, cooling and any re-heating ...

Maryhill Winery

Tasting Room Ambassador

Woodinville, WA

$20/hr

Regular tasks assigned to a food and beverage server such as seating guests, taking and delivering food/beverage orders, bussing tables, etc. * Perform customer wine tastings, at bar and table ...

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Cooper's Hawk

Tasting Room Attendant

Columbus, OH · On-site

$12.50 - $16.75/hr

The Cooper's Hawk Tasting Room Attendant has passion for guest service, food, wine and hospitality. They ensure an exceptional Guest experience through efficient and friendly team-based service ...

Anchorage Distillery

Tasting Room Coordinator

Anchorage, AK · On-site

$19 - $25/hr

Events & Food Trucks: Assist with 'First Friday' and other events (on & off-site), including ... Ensure tasting room, prep kitchen, inventory areas, merch displays, and bathrooms are clean, neat ...

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Potters Craft LLC

Tasting Room Staff

Charlottesville, VA

$11.75 - $16/hr

... the Tasting Room; Full and Part-time positions available with flexible scheduling and room for ... If you do not have experience in the food and beverage industry, but possess the right attitude, we ...

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How much do food tasting jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for food tasting in the United States is $15.46, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.50 and $17.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Food Taster, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Food Taster, you need a highly developed sense of taste and smell, good health, and often a background in food science or culinary arts. Familiarity with sensory evaluation techniques, flavor profiling tools, and sometimes certifications in sensory analysis are typically required. Strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to provide objective feedback distinguish top performers in this role. These skills ensure accurate product assessments, support food quality standards, and contribute to successful product development.

What is the job where you taste food?

A food taster is a professional who samples food products to evaluate flavor, texture, and quality. This role often requires a good palate, attention to detail, and sometimes sensory training or certifications. Food tasters work in food testing laboratories, research and development, or quality control departments within food companies.

Can you get paid to taste food?

Food tasting jobs, such as food testers or sensory analysts, often pay individuals to evaluate flavors, textures, and aromas of products. These roles typically require good sensory skills, attention to detail, and sometimes specific training or certifications. Compensation varies depending on the company and the scope of the testing, but many food tasting positions offer payment or incentives for participation.

What is food tasting?

Food tasting is the process of sampling different foods to evaluate their flavor, texture, aroma, appearance, and overall quality. It is commonly done by food critics, professional tasters, chefs, and quality control specialists in the food industry. The goal is to assess and provide feedback on the taste and quality of food products, which can help in product development, quality assurance, and culinary reviews. Food tasting can be formal, such as in sensory panels, or informal, such as when chefs test their dishes before serving.

What are some common challenges faced by food tasters, and how can they be managed?

Food tasters often encounter challenges such as palate fatigue, maintaining objectivity, and managing dietary restrictions or allergies. To address palate fatigue, it's important to pace tastings and cleanse the palate between samples. Staying objective requires following established tasting protocols and sometimes participating in blind tastings to minimize bias. Additionally, clear communication with supervisors about any allergies or dietary needs ensures a safe and effective work environment.

What is the job called when you taste food?

The job is called a food taster or sensory analyst, where individuals evaluate the flavor, texture, and quality of food products. This role often requires a refined palate, attention to detail, and sometimes training in food science or sensory evaluation techniques.

What is the difference between Food Tasting vs Food Critic?

AspectFood TastingFood Critic
CredentialsKnowledge of food, culinary skillsFood writing, journalism experience
Work EnvironmentRestaurants, food eventsMedia outlets, publications
Industry UsageSampling and evaluating foodReviewing and publishing opinions

Food Tasting involves sampling dishes to assess flavor, texture, and presentation, often for restaurants or food companies. Food Critics, on the other hand, write reviews and publish opinions about food experiences for media outlets. While both roles require food knowledge, critics focus on writing and analysis, whereas tasters focus on sensory evaluation. Understanding these differences helps clarify career paths and expectations in the culinary industry.

How can I get a job as a food taster?

To become a food taster, candidates typically need a strong palate, good sensory skills, and sometimes formal training in food science or tasting techniques. Experience in the food industry or related fields can be beneficial, and some positions require passing taste tests or assessments. Networking with food companies and applying through specialized agencies can also help in finding opportunities.
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Tasting Room Attendant

Tasting Room Attendant

Cooper's Hawk

Dania Beach, FL • On-site

$13 - $17.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 25 days ago

Cooper's Hawk rating

5.8

Company rating: 5.8 out of 10

Based on 111 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

51st of 86 rated restaurants

Job description

The Cooper's Hawk Tasting Room Attendant has passion for guest service, food, wine and hospitality. They ensure an exceptional Guest experience through efficient and friendly team-based service, while educating our Guests on Cooper's Hawk products, wines. The Tasting Room Attendant helps grow our Wine Club community by educating our guests on the program and inviting them to join.
What You'll Get
  • Incredible Discounts:
    • 50% Dining and Carryout
    • 40% Retail Wine
    • 20% Retail and Private Events
    • Monthly Complimentary Wine Tasting for Two
  • Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Insurance plus Telemedicine and Wellness Program
  • Company Matching 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
  • Flexible Savings Accounts- Health and Dependent Care
  • Highly Competitive Pay plus Team Member Incentives & Rewards
  • Pay Access before Pay Day
  • Flexible Schedules
  • Paid Time Off
  • Access to Team Member Relief Program
  • Employee Assistance Program, providing mental health, legal and financial counseling.
  • "Everyday Benefits" Program to include insurance coverage (pet, life, auto, home/property) and employee discounts on goods and services
  • Employee Referral Bonus Program
  • Wine and Culinary Education
  • Career Growth Flight Plan
  • Milestones Recognition Program

What You'll Do
  • Greet all guests with hospitality; engage and answer questions about food, wine, Wine Club and facilities in a friendly, helpful manner
  • Maintain full knowledge of Cooper's Hawk food, retail items, wines and Wines of the Month and Wine Club events
  • Proactively build relationships with Guests and create a memorable experience
  • Actively educate Guests on the Cooper's Hawk Wine Club and its offerings and rewards; invite them to participate in the Club with the goal of expanding our membership base
  • Maintain full knowledge of Tasting Room functions and retail products, including how tastings are conducted, their cost, and wines featured on the monthly tasting.
  • Maintain an awareness of the Host and Service Assistant positions and support when needed
  • Serve alcoholic beverages in an appropriate manner consistent with company standards and legal guidelines
  • Assist with the transport of Carryout and Curbside Delivery orders to our Guests
  • Actively seek out and recognize opportunities to sell products sold in the Tasting Room.
  • Stock wine and retail merchandise in the Tasting Room; ensure all food and retail merchandise is attractively displayed per set standards.
  • Maintain a safe, sanitary, organized, and stocked work area
  • Complete necessary side work during non-busy hours
  • Handle cash and utilize the POS system according to company standards
  • Follow departmental checklists and standard operating procedures to ensure work areas are prepared for opening, mid-shift, or closing
  • Perform other duties as assigned

What You'll Need
  • Must represent Cooper's Hawk Values
  • Must be at least 21 years of age
  • Experience in a casual dining or upscale dining environment or retail sales preferred
  • Experience in a wine environment or equivalent preferred
  • A hospitality-focused individual with a passion for guest service, food and wine
  • An individual who thrives in a team-based environment
  • Must be comfortable actively educating our guests on the Wine Club membership program and inviting them to join.
  • Experience using POS systems
  • Ability to communicate clearly with Guests, Managers and Team Members
  • Ability to multi-task and work calmly and effectively under pressure, in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to stand and walk up to 10 hours per shift
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds
  • Ability to exert fast-paced mobility up to 6 hours in length
  • Must be able to read, write and understand English
  • Ability to perform essential functions to Cooper's Hawk standards and with reasonable accommodation
  • Ability to work flexible shifts and schedules, inclusive of weekends and some holidays

Cooper's Hawk reviews several factors when establishing compensation. Salaries and hourly wages appearing in a job posting may be published by third parties and may not reflect the salaries or hourly wages offered by Cooper's Hawk.
Cooper's Hawk is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to the person's race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Cooper's Hawk makes reasonable accommodations during all aspects of the employment process, including during the interview process.
The information provided above indicates the general nature and level of work required of the position and is not a comprehensive list of all responsibilities or qualifications. The Benefits list is only a highlight of some of the benefits offered to team members; eligibility for certain benefits apply.
About Us
Cooper's Hawk features a Napa-style tasting room with wine-inspired retail for entertaining and a full-service restaurant, bar and private event space, offering a modern-yet-casual dining experience. Each scratch-kitchen menu item is designed to pair with our wines. Speaking of wine...the Cooper's Hawk Wine Club is perhaps the largest in the world, offering not only top-notch award-winning wines but also exclusive Wine Club membership benefits, including curated dining and travel experiences. Since 2005, we've brought the Napa Valley experience to our guests and Wine Club members, and now, with Piccolo Buco by Cooper's Hawk, we're bringing the vibrant flavors of Rome to them as well. Together, we're creating a lifestyle brand like no other.

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