Job Posting: Wine and Spirits Ambassador 

Gervasi Vineyard has openings for the exciting new position of the Wine and Spirits Ambassador. The Ambassador will conduct public and ticketed events in the Winery, Distillery and The Wine Cave and lead Wine Tastings, Spirit Tastings and Pairings. Another fun and rewarding aspect of the role is to participate in off-site tasting events in the community at large.

This is a Part-Time Position. Must be able to work weekdays, weekends, nights, and off-site events, if needed. We are offering a competitive hourly rate based on experience.

Responsibilities:

• Independently responsible for conducting educational Public and Ticketed Winery, Distillery, and Wine Cave Tours, lasting anywhere from 30 to 90 minutes.
• Support and participate in offsite public and private wine-related events.
• Be a subject matter expert on all Wines and Spirits produced here at Gervasi Vineyard.
• Knowledgeable about overall Gervasi Vineyard Operations, facilities and locations, events, and offerings.
• Friendly and welcoming spokesperson for overall Gervasi Vineyard property.
• Assist in all aspects of Winery, Distillery, and Wine Cave Tour and Event preparation and tear down of equipment, supplies, product, and displays.
• Repetitively pouring wine to specified amounts.
• Always ensure the comfort and safety of Guests.
• Complete the “Wine and Spirits Ambassador” Training Program.

Requirements:

• Education: High School
• Experience: Knowledge of winery, vineyard operations, wine types and grape varietals is desirable. Possess knowledge of distillation processes and profiles of various spirits is also desirable.
• Be polished, comfortable, proficient, and engaging at public speaking.
• Must possess excellent people skills and be able to speak to small and large groups, ranging from 2 to 50 people.
• Be able to communicate information in an enjoyable and interesting format.
• Be a great listener and informatively respond to spontaneous questions from Guests and Visitors.
• Always be well-mannered, courteous, amiable, and considerate.