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Scottish Rite for Children

Food Services - Cook

Dallas, TX · On-site

$13.75 - $18/hr

On assigned weekends and holidays prepares all patient and cafeteria food service. * Complete all ... Sensory/Communicative activities essential to the performance of this position: Feeling, Hearing ...

Src

Food Services - Cook

Dallas, TX · On-site

$13.75 - $18/hr

On assigned weekends and holidays prepares all patient and cafeteria food service. * Complete all ... Sensory/Communicative activities essential to the performance of this position: Feeling, Hearing ...

RH

Wine Specialist

Yountville, CA

Developed sensory perception of wines through site, smell, and taste * Strong attention to service ... Willingness to work flexible schedules, including weekends, evenings and holidays OUR PHYSICAL ...

Restoration Hardware

Wine Specialist

Yountville, CA · On-site

Developed sensory perception of wines through site, smell, and taste * Strong attention to service ... Willingness to work flexible schedules, including weekends, evenings and holidays OUR PHYSICAL ...

RH

Wine Specialist

Yountville, CA · On-site

$19 - $22/hr

Developed sensory perception of wines through site, smell, and taste * Strong attention to service ... Willingness to work flexible schedules, including weekends, evenings and holidays OUR PHYSICAL ...

Avir at Crockett

Weekend Supervisor-RN

Crockett, TX

Other duties as assigned Physical and Sensory Requirements (with or without the aid of mechanical ... smells, tastes and temperatures, ability to communicate with residents and employees, ability to ...

Avir at Commons

Weekend RN Supervisor

Athens, TX

Other duties as assigned Physical and Sensory Requirements (with or without the aid of mechanical ... smells, tastes and temperatures, ability to communicate with residents and employees, ability to ...

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How much do weekend sensory tasting jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend sensory tasting in the United States is $25.79, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $28.61 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a weekend sensory tasting?

Weekend Sensory Tasting jobs typically involve evaluating the taste, smell, texture, and overall sensory experience of food, beverages, or other products during weekends. Individuals in these roles may participate in taste tests, provide feedback on flavors, and help companies improve or develop products based on consumer preferences. These positions are often part-time and may be offered by food manufacturers, research labs, or quality control departments. Attention to detail and a good sense of taste and smell are important qualities for success in this job.

What does a weekend sensory tasting do?

In a Weekend Sensory Tasting role, your main responsibilities typically involve evaluating food or beverage products for qualities such as taste, aroma, texture, and appearance. You’ll often work in a team setting alongside other tasters and quality assurance staff, sharing your feedback in structured sessions. Collaboration is key, as you'll discuss findings with product developers or managers to help improve or maintain product standards. Weekends may be busier due to product launches or special events, so flexibility and attention to detail are important. This role often provides valuable experience for those interested in quality control or product development careers.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a weekend sensory tasting?

To thrive as a Weekend Sensory Tasting Panelist, you need a keen sense of taste and smell, attention to detail, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with sensory evaluation forms, basic laboratory procedures, and sometimes food safety certifications can be beneficial. Strong communication, reliability, and the ability to provide objective feedback are important soft skills in this role. These skills ensure accurate and consistent product evaluation, supporting quality control and product development for food and beverage companies.

What is the difference between Weekend Sensory Tasting vs Sensory Analyst?

AspectWeekend Sensory TastingSensory Analyst
CredentialsTypically no formal certification requiredOften requires a degree in food science, sensory science, or related fields
Work EnvironmentPart-time, flexible, often in tasting rooms or event settingsFull-time, laboratory or research facility environments
Industry UsageUsed in food and beverage companies for product testingInvolved in detailed sensory evaluation, product development, and research

Weekend Sensory Tasting roles are usually part-time positions focused on consumer testing and feedback, requiring minimal formal credentials. Sensory Analysts are full-time professionals with specialized education, working in labs to analyze product qualities. Both roles are vital in the food industry but differ in scope, environment, and qualifications.

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Weekend Sensory Tasting jobs near you
Infographic showing various Weekend Sensory Tasting job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 25% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $53,646 per year, or $25.8 per hour.

Retail Sales & hospitality Associate

Ridge Vineyards

Paso Robles, CA • On-site

$15 - $17.50/hr

Part-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Join Our Passionate Team at Ridge Vineyards: Crafting Exceptional Wines, Connecting with Nature.

Explore Opportunities Across Roles and Embrace Our Commitment to Excellence and Sustainability.

OBJECTIVE: To provide exceptional guest service experience to consumers, wine club members, and members of the trade visiting our Paso Robles Tasting Room. The Retail Sales & Hospitality Associate plays a key role in delivering Ridge's elevated hospitality standards while effectively conducting the sale of wine, wine club memberships, and non-wine merchandise. This individual must be self-motivated, articulate, and service-oriented, and be available to work weekends, holidays and weekdays as needed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide guests with a memorable and unique experience through:

  • Personal greetings and farewells, using guest's names whenever possible.
  • Enhanced education about Ridge Vineyard's history and wines including all relevant appellation and Vineyard information.
  • Anticipation of guests' needs in the areas of sales, service and concierge services.
  • Developing relationships with guests to stimulate repeat visits and future sales.
  • Hosting unique, engaging and educational tastings.
  • Delivering effective sales strategies that result in the sale of wines and wine club memberships while keeping with our service and hospitality standards.

Daily Operations

  • Thorough understanding and ability to operate direct Point-of-Sale/CRM systems (Commerce7/Salesforce) including; ringing sales transactions, researching guest purchase and wine club history, etc.

  • Provide adequate set up and breakdown of Tasting Room and Private Tasting Areas

  • Stocking of wines, non-wine merchandise and various marketing materials

  • Breaking down and recycling all necessary elements including cardboard & glass

  • Maintaining wine for tasting through bottle opening, sensory analysis and decantation

  • Packaging wine for guests, including transporting wines to guests' automobiles

  • Answering phones when necessary, re-directing incoming calls to the appropriate parties

  • Providing accurate and timely execution of shipping orders

  • Continuously monitoring and maintaining the condition and appearance of the tasting room and surrounding ground

  • Maintaining accurate inventory of wine and non-wine products through precise transactional processing of sales, returns and mark outs.

  • Providing end-of-day tasting room breakdown including; washing all dishes, putting away all marketing materials, cleaning of tasting bar, office and surrounding retail areas.

Ongoing Weekly & Monthly Duties

  • Actively participate in regularly scheduled staff meetings
  • Conduct special tours and participate in special events as needed
  • Stay current on recent wine reviews and industry trends
  • Stay current on all relevant Responsible Hospitality Standards, and all relevant rules and regulations as regards the serving of alcoholic beverages.

NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Performs all related duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS/ REQUIREMENTS

  • Undergraduate college degree preferred

  • Prior experience in a wine service environment preferred.

  • Prior experience in the luxury hospitality industry with emphasis on outstanding guest service preferred

  • Exceptional communication skills, both written and oral

  • Excellent organizational skills

  • Collaborative/team operational skills

  • Ability to make empowered decisions that positively affect the customer's experience

  • Computer proficiency: Word, Excel, Outlook, Commerce7, SalesForce, Tock, etc.

  • Excellent attention to detail

  • Ability to work at special events on multiple weekend days and evenings periodically throughout the year

  • Ability to regularly lift 40 lbs.

  • Ability to accept and maintain all discipline and behavior standards unique to the alcoholic beverage industry.

  • Ability to work indoors and outdoors, in varying weather environments, on potentially uneven ground of varying material.

  • This position requires obtaining ABC-approved Responsible Serving Certification within 2 weeks of hire date. Ridge will compensate staff for online training, up to 5 hours. Additional program details will be provided on first day of employment.

Hourly rate: $ 18-20 - depending on experience

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