Asheville Wine Tour Guide

usghostadventures; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tip potential

Flexible scheduling

Free tours for you and family

Job summary

Urban Wine Walks, a Tourismo brand, seeks personable Wine Tour Guides in downtown Asheville to lead 90-minute walking tours of tasting rooms and historic venues, sharing local culture and wine stories.

You will entertain guests with engaging narratives, coordinate with partner venues, and ensure a welcoming, relaxed atmosphere with excellent hospitality and local recommendations.

Qualifications

• Personable, wine enthusiast with interest in local culture.
• Strong hospitality and guest service mindset.
• Comfortable speaking to groups and guiding tours.

Responsibilities

• Lead 90-minute wine tours through downtown tasting rooms and venues.
• Deliver engaging narratives on history, wine history, and local flavors.
• Coordinate with venues and staff to ensure smooth transitions.
• Maintain pacing, safety, and group engagement for a positive experience.
• Provide excellent customer service and local recommendations.

Skills

Storytelling

Customer service

Hospitality

Public speaking

Job description

Tour Guide - Asheville Wine Tour

Location:Asheville, NC
Job Type: Part-time
Compensation: $27 per hour

Position Overview

Urban Wine Walks, a Tourismo brand, is seeking personable storytellers, wine enthusiasts, and hospitality professionals to join our team as Wine Tour Guides in downtown (CITY).

This role combines sharing local culture, regional history, and wine facts as you lead an early evening walking tour through downtown tasting rooms, historic venues, and local spots. Guides share captivating local stories, introduce tasting selections, and create a fun, welcoming, and relaxed atmosphere for adult guests.

Essential Responsibilities

• Lead groups of guests on 90-minute wine tours through downtown tasting rooms, historic venues, and local drinking establishments.
• Deliver engaging historical and cultural narratives while sharing local wine history, tasting notes, and regional flavors.
• Coordinate with partner venues, wineries, and tasting room staff to ensure smooth group transitions and exceptional hospitality.
• Manage tour pacing, route safety, and group engagement to maintain an entertaining, inclusive experience.
• Provide high-quality customer service, answer guest questions, and offer local recommendations to guests from all over the country.

Pay

• Pay: $40 base pay per 90-minute tour, equivalent to $27 per hour
• Fantastic Tip Potential: $20 to over $100 per tour
• Bonuses based on performance
• Free or discounted tours for you and close family/friends all over the country
• Flexible scheduling that fits your lifestyle

About Tourismo & US Ghost Adventures

Tourismo and Urban Wine Walks specialize in entertaining, authentic, and story-driven walking experiences across more than 300 cities nationwide across our brands. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality local storytelling, immersive tastings, and memorable experiences filled with great flavors, culture, and fun.