Independent Wine Consultant
Part-Time or Full-Time | Commission-Based | Flexible Schedule
Pay: $3,000-$6,000+ per month ($35,000-$72,000+ annually)
Turn your love of wine into a career worth traveling for. Vinera Wine Society is looking for passionate, people-driven Wine Consultants to join our team - and eventually, at the source: the vineyards of Europe.
About the Role
Whether you're looking for a flexible part-time opportunity or want to build a full-time business, Vinera allows you to create a schedule that fits your life.
Unlike many commission opportunities, there isn't just one path to success here. We offer multiple ways to build your business based on your strengths and personality:
- Hosting in-home wine tastings and private events
- Building relationships through customer referrals
- Participating in trade shows, festivals, and community events
- Working with customers over the phone
- Growing recurring revenue through wine subscriptions
- Developing long-term client relationships that lead to repeat business and travel opportunities
Some consultants thrive hosting tastings. Others excel in phone sales, networking, events, or relationship-building. We help you find the approach that works best for you.
Why People Stay at Vinera
We are proud of our culture and the people who make it special.
Many members of our team have been with us for 10, 15, and even 20+ years. We're a nationwide company with a long history of success, but we've maintained the supportive, close-knit culture of a small team.
At Vinera, you're never just a number. We know our consultants by name, celebrate their successes, and provide the training and support they need to grow. Our team genuinely wants to see each other succeed.
Who Thrives Here
Our most successful Wine Consultants often have backgrounds in:
- Hospitality, restaurants, bars, or food & beverage
- Customer service and relationship-building
- Event planning and hosting
- Sales and business development
They also tend to share these qualities:
- Passion for wine, food, and entertaining
- Strong communication and storytelling skills
- Self-motivation and organization
- Entrepreneurial spirit
- Desire for flexibility and independence
- Comfort working in a commission-based environment
We've also seen tremendous success from single mothers, hospitality professionals, and individuals looking for a flexible career that allows them to control their schedule and income.
Compensation
Wine Sales: Earn up to 30% commission on wine sales - among the highest commission structures in the industry.
European Wine Tours: Earn 10% commission on every client you book on a Vinera European wine experience.
Monthly Subscriptions: Build recurring income through ongoing customer subscriptions.
Unlimited Earning Potential: Active consultants commonly earn $3,000-$6,000+ per month, and commissions are completely uncapped. Your earning potential is determined by the relationships you build and the business you create.
What We Offer
- Comprehensive onboarding
- Ongoing sales coaching and support
- Flexible scheduling - you decide how many hours you dedicate
- Opportunity to lead client groups on European winery tours
- Employee discounts on wine
- Mileage and travel reimbursement opportunities
- A supportive, team-oriented culture
Requirements
- 21 years of age or older
- Reliable transportation
- Comfortable meeting new people and building relationships
- Self-motivated and able to work independently
This is an independent contractor (1099) position. Compensation is commission-only with no guaranteed base salary.
Full-Time, Part-Time, Contract
Preferred Certifications
- Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET)
On the road / Remote / Customer events