Tasting Gallery Ambassador - 6 month contract

wine.co.za; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 89,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Avondale Wine Estate in Paarl seeks a passionate Tasting Gallery Ambassador for a six-month fixed-term contract. You will host wine tastings and cellar tours, promote estate experiences and Ochra coffee, and deliver memorable guest moments in the Tasting Gallery and coffee space.

The role requires excellent communication, a professional appearance and the ability to engage local and international guests. Weekend/holiday rostering and a customer-focused approach are essential.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Professional, guest-focused approach with a neat appearance.
• Ability to engage local and international clientele.

Responsibilities

• Host engaging wine tastings and cellar tours.
• Deliver exceptional guest experiences in the Tasting Gallery and Ochra coffee space.
• Promote and drive sales of wine, wine club memberships and experiences.
• Assist with daily operations, including set-up, cleaning and stock control.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Guest-focused

Organization

Flexibility

Customer engagement

Job description

# Tasting Gallery Ambassador - 6 month contractSaturday, 24 October, 2026anonymousPaarlAvondale Wine Estate, a pioneering organic and biodynamic wine farm in Paarl, is seeking a passionate, professional and service-oriented **Tasting Gallery Ambassador** to join our hospitality team on a six-month fixed-term contract.As an ambassador for Avondale, you will create memorable guest experiences through wine tastings, cellar tours and Ochra coffee experiences, while actively promoting sales across our wine and hospitality offerings.**Key Responsibilities*** Host engaging wine tastings and cellar tours.* Deliver exceptional guest experiences in the Tasting Gallery and Ochra coffee space.* Promote and drive sales of wine, wine club memberships, restaurant experiences, picnics and coffee.* Assist with daily operations, including set-up, cleaning, stock control and administration.**Requirements*** Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.* A confident, professional and guest-focused approach.* Ability to engage with local and international clientele.* Strong organisational skills and a neat, presentable appearance.* Flexibility to work weekends, public holidays and rostered weekdays as required.**Working Hours*** Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays: 08h00–16h00.* Weekdays: 08h00–17h00, rostered as required.**Contract Period:** Six-month fixed-term contract.Join a team guided by *Terra Est Vita – Soil is Life*, where sustainability, organic farming, exceptional hospitality and authentic guest experiences are at the heart of everything we do.**How to Apply**Please email your CV and a short motivational letter to **[e-mail]**.