Tasting Room Associate

Crimson Lane Vineyards; Linden (VA); On-site; USD 28,929; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

$21/hour + tips

Employee wine discount

Paid onboarding and continued wine education

Flexible, part-time weekend schedule

Job summary

A boutique winery in Virginia is seeking a Part Time Tasting Room Associate to engage with guests and lead guided wine tastings. Ideal candidates are wine-savvy, possess strong sales and interpersonal skills, and are able to work weekends. Responsibilities include opening and closing the tasting room, maintaining a welcoming environment, and encouraging wine purchases. This role offers $21/hour plus tips, employee wine discount, and a flexible part-time schedule.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of previous wine experience.
• Ability to lift 25–40 lbs.
• Must be 21 years or older.

Responsibilities

• Lead guests through guided tastings.
• Build rapport with guests to encourage wine purchases.
• Open and close the tasting room.
• Maintain a clean and welcoming space.
• Uphold high hospitality standards.

Skills

Sales skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Reliability

Job description

Part Time Tasting Room Associate - Crimson Lane Vineyards

Crimson Lane Vineyards is a small-production, premium winery located in Linden, Virginia. Our tasting room has been open for two years and is known for offering guests a warm, elevated, and story-driven experience with our estate-grown wines.

Our Tasting Room

We operate by appointment only, allowing our team to give each guest a personalized and unhurried tasting experience. We do not host weddings or large events, and we limit group sizes to six. We believe that taking time to introduce Crimson, share our story and talk about our wine supports deeper guest engagement, stronger sales, and increased tip potential.

Who You Are

• You are a wine-savvy, hospitality-driven individual who can join our team on weekends.
• You are confident, outgoing communicator who loves engaging with guests.
• You have strong sales and interpersonal skills.
• You are reliable and professional.
• You enjoy and can engage with people from all walks of life.

Required

• 1-2 years previous wine experience.
• You can lift 25–40 lbs.
• You’re 21 yrs or older at the time of employment.

What You’ll Do

• Lead guests through thoughtful, guided tastings, sharing our story, vineyard practices, and winemaking approach.
• Build rapport and encourage wine purchases and club memberships.
• Open and close the tasting room each day.
• Maintain a polished, clean and welcoming space.
• Uphold a high level of hospitality and product knowledge in every interaction.

Benefits

• $21/hour + tips.
• Employee wine discount.
• Paid onboarding and continued wine education.
• Flexible, part-time weekend schedule.

If you’re ready to bring your wine experience and people skills to a boutique winery setting, we’d love to hear from you.