Vineyard Tour Guide
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Position Overview & Specifications
Hambledon Vineyard is England’s oldest commercial vineyard having been founded in 1952. Hambledon is committed to producing outstanding sparkling wine from estate owned vineyards of around 200acres, planted to Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Meunier. The gravity fed winery and cellars are situated in the pretty Hampshire village of Hambledon. A brand new restaurant and visitors centre is currently being built.
Hambledon runs wine tourism events throughout the year and the Vineyard & Winery Tour followed by a tasting are an important part of this offering. Hambledon are looking for Tour Guides to escort clients on tours and tastings at the vineyard and to host events. The role is part time and will involve a significant amount of weekend work, particularly in the high season.
The Role will involve:
Set up for tour and tasting including, but not limited to, tidying and cleaning the tasting and communal areas, stocking the wine fridge, unlocking cellars.
Delivering tours of the vineyard, winery and cellars and conduct tastings.
In good weather we like to use the vineyard for tastings and this involves carrying equipment to the vineyard.
Recording wine opened accurately on the stock sheet
Greet clients and check off against bookings system
General housekeeping – taking bottles to bottle bins, emptying rubbish, washing glasses.
Skills/Experience Required:
Confidence in speaking to large groups (20-30) and being able to adjust the stye of delivery to match the client’s requirements
Confidence in cash handling and operating POS systems is essential
Minimum of WSET Level 2 or equivalent experience
Familiar with Traditional Method winemaking is essential
Fluency in English; ability to conduct tours in another European Language would be advantageous
For a full job description and terms of employment please contact Caron Fanshawe
Job Type: Part-time
Salary: £12.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
- Store discount
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Weekend availability
Application question(s):
- Do you have any education or experience in wine?
Work Location: One location
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
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STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £13 - £13 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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