Washington Wine Tour Guide

US Ghost Adventures; Washington; On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free tours for you and family/friends

Flexible scheduling

Bonuses based on performance

Excellent tip potential

Job summary

US Ghost Adventures seeks a personable Wine Tour Guide to lead immersive Washington, DC wine tours in downtown venues. The guide will weave local history with wine storytelling, creating a welcoming 90-minute experience for adult guests.

You will engage with guests, share tasting notes, and collaborate with partner venues to ensure smooth transitions, high-quality hospitality, and memorable experiences across the city.

Qualifications

• Personable storyteller with passion for wine and hospitality.
• Ability to guide engaging 90-minute tours and share local history.
• Strong customer service and guest relationship skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead groups on 90-minute wine tours through downtown venues.
• Deliver engaging historical and wine notes for guests.
• Coordinate with venues and staff to ensure smooth transitions.
• Manage tour pacing, safety, and group engagement.
• Provide local recommendations and answer guest questions.

Skills

Storytelling

Wine knowledge

Hospitality

Customer service

Job description

Tour Guide - Washington Wine Tour

Location: Washington, DC
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 Washington.

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.