Wine Tasting & Retail Ambassador

Fischer & Wieser Specialty Foods; Fredericksburg (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Fischer & Wieser Specialty Foods in Fredericksburg, TX is seeking a Wine Specialist to lead tastings, guide guests, and translate wine knowledge into confident, welcoming service for Das Peach Haus visitors.

The role focuses on storytelling, pairing suggestions, and educating guests about wine origins, varietals, and tasting notes while supporting wine sales and guest satisfaction. Weekend availability is required and wine education is ongoing.

Qualifications

• Strong guest-service orientation and hospitality mindset.
• Ability to communicate wine information in an approachable manner.
• Willingness to work weekends and special events.
• Must meet legal age requirement to serve alcohol.

Responsibilities

• Leads engaging wine tastings that are approachable, educational, and reflective of Hill Country hospitality.
• Creates personalized wine recommendations based on guest preferences and experience level.
• Initiates conversations that connect wine offerings to Fischer & Wieser food products for thoughtful pairing opportunities.
• Enhances the tasting room environment through storytelling, enthusiasm, and product confidence.
• Supports peak tasting-room flow by maintaining an organized and welcoming bar experience.
• Assists guests with purchase decisions by translating tasting experiences into retail sales.
• Participates in special events, wine-focused activations, and weekend service as a primary guest contact.
• Maintains working knowledge of all wines offered including origin, varietal, tasting notes, and ideal pairings.
• Shares wine knowledge with fellow staff to improve overall team confidence in wine conversations.
• Participates in ongoing wine education and training opportunities.
• Assists with menu updates, tasting notes, and educational materials for guests.
• Supports daily functionality of wine service equipment during service hour.
• Engages guests on the retail floor to support wine-related product sales.
• Processes transactions through POS system as needed.
• Assists with merchandising wine displays to support guest browsing and discovery.
• Maintains cleanliness and readiness of guest-facing wine service area.
• Assists leadership with required alcohol reporting documentation as requested.
• Supports operational wine tasks as assigned by Retail Manager & VP of Retail Operations
• Work with Wine Specialist 1 to provide accurate inventory numbers for end of month reporting
• Monthly Wine Inventory Counts when necessary

Skills

Guest service

Wine knowledge

Storytelling

POS/Computer

Weekend availability

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

TABC certification

Wine service experience (preferred)

Job description

Fischer & Wieser Specialty Foods in Fredericksburg, TX is seeking a Wine Specialist to lead tastings, guide guests, and translate wine knowledge into confident, welcoming service for Das Peach Haus visitors.

The role focuses on storytelling, pairing suggestions, and educating guests about wine origins, varietals, and tasting notes while supporting wine sales and guest satisfaction. Weekend availability is required and wine education is ongoing.