Albany JOBS

Turn Tastings into Sales at Lake George’s #1 Attraction

Adirondack Winery’s Lake George Tasting Room is one of the busiest, most exciting destinations in the region, and we are hiring team members who can keep up with the pace and turn great experiences into strong sales.

This is not a slow, traditional service role.

We serve a high volume of guests every day. You will often be engaging multiple groups at once. Success in this role means turning tastings into bottle sales, case purchases, and Wine Club signups.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy interacting with people, and know how to confidently guide someone from “just looking” to “I’ll take a case,” you will do very well here.

Pay & Perks

$16/hour base + tips (average $10–$12/hour additional)
Performance-based bonuses for Wine Club signups and sales
Employee discounts on wine, cider, and retail
Flexible scheduling (8–30+ hours per week)
Opportunities for advancement
What Makes This Role Different

This role combines high-energy retail sales with hospitality and entertainment.

Our strongest team members:

Lead engaging, efficient wine tastings
Keep guests entertained while managing multiple groups
Confidently recommend wines guests will enjoy and purchase
Turn hesitation into confident buying decisions
Drive bottle sales, case sales, and Wine Club signups
Maintain a high level of service while working at a fast pace
You are not just pouring wine. You are guiding the guest experience and influencing purchasing decisions.

What You’ll Do

Lead wine tastings for multiple guests and groups simultaneously
Recommend wines, ciders, and retail items
Convert tastings into bottle, case, and club sales
Greet guests and help attract walk-in traffic (including host stand shifts)
Serve light offerings such as wine, cider, and Happy Snacker plates on the patio
Stock wine, merchandise, and maintain the tasting room
Wash glassware and support general operations
Who We’re Looking For

We are hiring for confidence, energy, and personality.

You will succeed in this role if you:

Are outgoing and comfortable engaging with guests
Have retail or sales experience (preferred)
Are confident making recommendations and guiding purchases
Can manage multiple conversations at once
Enjoy working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
Take pride in creating memorable guest experiences
This Role Is Not a Fit If:

You prefer a slow-paced or low-interaction environment
You are uncomfortable recommending or selling products
You struggle to maintain energy in a busy setting
Requirements

Must be 21+
Weekend and peak summer availability required
Reliable transportation to Lake George
Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 35 lbs
Why People Enjoy Working Here

You will meet guests from all over the country and be part of their vacation experience. Every day is different, and strong performers have the opportunity to earn great tips while building valuable sales and customer service skills.

Apply Now

If you are ready to bring energy, confidence, and strong people skills to a role where you can create great experiences and drive sales, we encourage you to apply.

Pay: From $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Opportunities for advancement
Paid training
Referral program
Experience:

Retail sales: 1 year (Preferred)
Wine sales: 1 year (Preferred)
Serving: 1 year (Preferred)
Language:

English (Required)
Ability to Commute:

Lake George, NY 12845 (Required)
Work Location: In person