Cellar Door Hosts

Monte Christo Winery; Clyde; On-site; NZD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A distinguished winery in Central Otago is seeking enthusiastic Cellar Door Hosts to welcome guests, deliver engaging wine tastings, and assist with tours. Opportunities to grow skills with a second cellar door opening this summer are available. Ideal candidates are people-oriented, team players with a passion for wine. Be a part of a supportive, dynamic team and enjoy flexible work hours in a beautiful location.

Benefits

Staff discounts on wine and food

Flexible hours

Staff training in wine and hospitality

Qualifications

• A genuine people person who loves creating memorable guest experiences.
• Previous hospitality, tourism, or retail experience is a plus.
• Positive, reliable, and a great team player.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests and deliver engaging wine tastings and winery tours.
• Share the Monte Christo Winery story and guide guests in selecting wines to enjoy.
• Assist with private experiences and group bookings.

Skills

Enthusiasm for wine

Customer service skills

Positive attitude

Team collaboration

Job description

Overview

Monte Christo Winery is where Central Otago wine began. We proudly carry on that legacy today, crafting elegant wines and offering an unforgettable guest experience. Heading into our busy summer season, Monte Christo will be buzzing – and we want you to be part of it!

We are offering flexible hours: seasonal, part-time, or full-time available.

The Role

We’re looking for enthusiastic Cellar Door Hosts to join our team. As a Cellar Door Host, you’ll be the face of Monte Christo for our guests — welcoming them warmly, guiding wine tastings, leading tours, and sharing the stories that make our wines so special. With a second cellar door opening in Gibbston Valley this summer, there are also opportunities ahead to grow your skills and work across multiple sites as part of our expanding team.

Key Responsibilities

• Greet guests and deliver engaging wine tastings and winery tours
• Share the Monte Christo Winery story and guide guests in selecting wines to enjoy and take home
• Promote our wine club through friendly, informative conversations
• Assist with private experiences and group bookings
• Support the front-of-house team in maintaining a welcoming, polished environment
• Collaborate with the Fritzy food trailer team to deliver seamless guest experiences
• Help with events and seasonal activities as needed

About You

• A genuine people person who loves creating memorable guest experiences
• Previous hospitality, tourism, or retail experience is a plus
• Enthusiastic about wine and eager to learn more
• Positive, reliable, and a great team player
• Available to work weekends, holidays, and some evenings (service until 8 pm on summer weekends)

What’s In It for You

• Be part of a supportive, passionate team who love what they do
• Staff training in wine and hospitality, with opportunities to grow
• Staff discounts on wine and food
• Flexible hours (seasonal, part-time, or full-time available)
• Work in one of the most beautiful spots in Central Otago

How to Apply

Send your CV and a short note telling us why you’d love to join the Monte Christo team. We can’t wait to hear from you! You must have unrestricted work rights in New Zealand to apply.

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