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How much do weekend wine sampling jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for weekend wine sampling in the United States is $54,439.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $36,000.00 and $69,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Weekend Wine Sampling vs Weekend Wine Tasting Host?

AspectWeekend Wine SamplingWeekend Wine Tasting Host
CredentialsNone required, some knowledge of wines helpfulKnowledge of wines, possibly certification or training preferred
Work EnvironmentEvent venues, wineries, retail storesWine events, tasting rooms, festivals
Employer & IndustryWineries, wine shops, event companiesWineries, event organizers, hospitality industry

Weekend Wine Sampling typically involves setting up and offering wine samples at events or retail locations, often with minimal formal training. Weekend Wine Tasting Hosts usually lead tastings, educate guests about wines, and may require some wine knowledge or certification. Both roles are part-time, involve customer interaction, and are common in the wine industry. The main difference lies in the level of engagement and responsibilities during wine events.

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Seasonal Skilled Winery Worker

Jackson Family Wines

Mcminnville, OR • On-site

$21 - $26/hr

Temporary

Re-posted 9 days ago


Jackson Family Wines rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 10 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

30th of 442 rated food and drinks producers


Job description

Description
Position at Jackson Family Wines
POSITION SUMMARY:
Jackson Family Wines - McMinnville is a state-of-the-art, medium-sized winery situated in the heart of the Willamette Valley. Committed to the pursuit of winemaking excellence, we specialize in crafting ultra-premium Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Sparkling Wines sourced from our LIVE-certified estates across the region. Our portfolio includes wines for renowned brands such as La Crema, Big Salt, Siduri Wines, as well as a selection of luxury custom crush clients.
We are in search of diverse, passionate, and enthusiastic individuals to join our dynamic team for the upcoming 2026 harvest season. As a member of our harvest team, you will have the opportunity to work alongside our full-time winemaking team, contributing to every facet of the harvest process. Whether you're embarking on your first harvest or bring seasoned expertise to the table, we strive to cultivate a fun, inclusive, and educational environment where all our team members can thrive and grow.
Our winery is conveniently located just outside of McMinnville, Oregon, approximately one hour southwest of Portland.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/DUTIES:
Under the general direction of the cellar manager and winemaking staff, this position will give the chance to lead in the following duties:
  • Forklifting - unloading and loading fruit, safely driving barrels
  • Harvest duties - sorting, destemming, pressing, etc.
  • Additions - yeast, acid, nutrients, etc.
  • Barrel work - cleaning, steaming, filling, emptying, and topping
  • Tank work - racking, transferring/blending both juice and wine
  • Sampling - obtain grape, juice, and/or wine samples
  • Bottling - help with bottling if need arises
  • Communicate effectively with supervisor and other staff
  • Cleaning of both equipment and facility
  • Other duties as assigned

JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Essential Skills and Experience
  • Must have at least 2 previous harvest experiences.
  • Must be able to work in a fast-paced team environment and have a sense of pride in your work.
  • Previous harvest and beverage production experience is desired but not required. Some forklift experience is highly desired.
  • Must be able to work varying shifts and overtime, including weekends, as needed, particularly during the peak of the harvest season.
  • Must be able to communicate in English effectively.
  • Must be able to work in the US and have legal transportation.
  • A great attitude and passion for beverages goes a long way!

Physical Requirements:
  • This position required continuous walking, climbing, kneeling, crouching, and crawling
  • Ability to reach with hands and arms, fine manipulation, and lifting up to 50 pounds
  • May occasionally include enclosed spaces and heights

WAGE TRANSPARENCY:
The base pay for this role ranges from $21.00 - $26.00 per hour. Compensation will be determined by candidate experience, skills, and location.
BENEFITS:
  • $500 end of season bonus potential
  • Harvest Lunches
  • Paid Health Time
  • Wine tastings
  • Wine discounts!

Jackson Family Wines is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are based on merit and business needs.

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