Tour Host
(Wine Jobs:
Wine Retail & Sommelier)
Contract
Hampshire, Nr Stockbridge,
England
Black Chalk & The Tasting Room
Black Chalk is a producer of high-quality English wines, both sparkling and still. Our home in the picturesque Test Valley incorporates 30 acres of vineyards, a winery and more recently, a Tasting Room and Courtyard. We have established ourselves as an excellent venue for tours, tastings and other events.
Our Tours and Tastings account for a large proportion of revenue through the Tasting Room. 2023 saw in excess of 2000 guests pass through on tours - a number we hope to increase on next year. We are looking for friendly, knowledgable and passionate individuals who can deliver a relaxed and informative tour.
Key Responsibilities
- Being an ambassador for Black Chalk. Knowledge of the Black Chalk story and its ethos is paramount.
- Understanding of how the vineyard and winery operates, in relation to both Traditional Method sparkling wine and still wine.
- Understanding our full product range and what makes us different from other winemakers.
- Confidence in speaking to large groups (up to 25 per tour).
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- Being able to deliver a relaxed tour that is tailored to the group on the day. Balancing the amount of technical information is vital.
- Maximising sales opportunities by making recommendations to our guests, i.e. the Wine Club.
- Desirable for candidates to able to support the Front of House team in delivering the food and beverage side of the Tasting Room. This will involve a ‘hands-on’ approach to the bar and shop where necessary, for example using the ePOS till system.
Academic Qualifications & Experience
- WSET qualifications - Level 1 or higher
- Ideally experience of hosting wine tours - or experience of general public speaking
- Experience of a fast-paced hospitality environment
Reporting to: General Manager
Salary: £12 per hour
Hours: Part-time/casual - availability at weekends is mandatory