Richmond Wine Tour Guide

US Ghost Adventures; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tip potential

Bonuses based on performance

Free tours for you and family/friends

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

US Ghost Adventures is seeking friendly Wine Tour Guides for a Richmond-based, part-time role. Guides will lead 90-minute urban wine tours in downtown Richmond, weaving local history and wine stories into an engaging guest experience.

You will coordinate with tasting rooms and staff, ensuring smooth transitions and a welcoming atmosphere for adult guests. Pay is $27/hour with tips, bonuses, and free tours for you and your loved ones.

Qualifications

• Storytelling ability and enthusiasm for local culture
• Wine knowledge or willingness to learn about wines and tasting notes
• Strong hospitality mindset with guest-facing experience
• Clear communication and engaging group leadership

Responsibilities

• Lead groups on 90-minute walking tours through downtown Richmond tasting rooms and venues.
• Deliver engaging historical and cultural narratives about local history and wine history.
• Coordinate with partner venues and staff to ensure smooth transitions and hospitality.
• Manage tour pacing, safety, and group engagement for an entertaining experience.
• Provide high-quality customer service and local recommendations to guests from across the country.

Skills

Storytelling

Wine knowledge

Hospitality

Public speaking

Job description

Tour Guide - Richmond Wine Tour

Location:Richmond, VA
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 Richmond.

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: $50 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.