Demo Ambassador (Part-Time) - Portland Metro Area

About this position

Willamette Valley Vineyards is looking for individuals to represent our brand at local wine tastings around the Vancouver area. This product ambassador role is a flexible, part‑time position based on your availability.

As a Demo Ambassador, you generate excitement, customer engagement, brand awareness, and increased product sales by providing wine tastings in stores, events, and retail outlets. This role is a great way to learn about Willamette Valley Vineyards’ Oregon wine story and share your love for our amazing wine.

• A flexible schedule based on your availability
• Discounts on food and wine at our many locations
• Hands‑on, in‑house wine training by skilled professionals

• Execute assigned demos, roadshows, and off‑site events
• Physically prepare, maintain, and clean the demonstration area, including setting up and breaking down the demonstration
• Engage customers professionally and memorably, fostering enthusiasm for the brand and creating a positive shopper experience
• Educate consumers about the products, offer samples, create brand awareness, and drive product sales
• Collect contact information from wine enthusiasts interested in continued engagement
• Request product samples for tastings and manage sample and supply inventory, completing regular reconciliations and addressing discrepancies
• Electronically complete and submit Demo Tasting Forms and Price & Stack Surveys
• Support the company’s effort to create a more sustainable, cross‑cultural, and “green” environment

• 21 years of age or older
• Able to engage with customers
• Willing to learn the history and stories of Willamette Valley Vineyards to educate customers and support brand growth
• Dependable, flexible, and adaptable

• Genuine interest in the luxury wine business and its terminology
• Preparation, organization, and punctuality for events are a must
• Positive energy, well‑organized, outgoing, charismatic, confident, and fun
• Take ownership and pride in our brand and community
• Ability to educate customers about wine with passion and without pretension, communicating that passion while demonstrating and selling to customers

NOTE:

This job description is not intended to be all‑inclusive. Employees may perform other duties at the discretion and as assigned by their supervisor and/or company leadership.

• A valid/current OLCC Server’s Permit
• A current driver’s license and a clean/good driving record, or reliable means of transportation
• Smartphone, tablet, or reliable computer access
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Highly developed organizational and time‑management skills

• Lift 40 lbs and navigate stairs / hilly terrain, bend, reach, turn, twist and otherwise maneuver
• Stand for long periods of time and work in a fast‑paced environment
• Work weekends and evenings as pre‑arranged with a supervisor (we ask for a 3‑6 hour weekly commitment)
• Communicate verbally through active‑listening skills and gather accurate insights into human behavior
• Complete online forms and have basic computer or smartphone skills to enter and locate information
• Work independently as a self‑starter, but also a team player
• Effectively present information and respond to questions appropriately
• Comply with all state liquor laws, regulations, procedures, and safety protocols