Build the wine community you wish existed.

Young Wine Society®  (YWS) is redefining wine culture.

We're creating a welcoming, social, and modern community for curious people who want to discover great wines and meet interesting people; without the intimidation or exclusivity that often comes with the wine world.

Our events bring together ambitious, social and adventurous people who appreciate quality experiences, meaningful conversations and discovering something new.

We currently have communities in Chicago and Amsterdam and are looking for passionate City Ambassadors to launch Young Wine Society® in new cities around the world.

*Note: Currently not looking for ambassadors in Chicago or Amsterdam, please apply only for a different city!

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THE ROLE

As a Young Wine Society® City Ambassador, you'll be the face of YWS in your city.

You'll build a local community, host memorable wine experiences, create partnerships with great venues and wine stores, and grow a network of members who can't wait for the next event.

This is an entrepreneurial role with the support, brand, systems and playbook of an established community behind you.

Your estimated time commitment is 20 hours per month, of course dependent on events, and your own ambition! 

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Community Building

  • Build and nurture the Young Wine Society ® community in your city

  • Welcome new members and create an inclusive atmosphere

  • Engage with members before, during and after events

  • Become the local connector for wine lovers and curious newcomers

Events

  • Organize and host monthly Young Wine Society® events

  • Coordinate with restaurants, wine bars, wineries and partners

  • Ensure every event feels premium, social and effortless

  • Represent the YWS experience and maintain our hospitality standards

Partnerships

  • Develop relationships with local venues and wine partners

  • Identify collaboration opportunities with complementary brands

  • Negotiate mutually beneficial partnerships

  • Act as the local ambassador for the Young Wine Society® brand

Marketing & Social

  • Create local content for Instagram and other social channels (check out @chicago.youngwinesociety on Instagram)

  • Capture photos and videos during events

  • Promote upcoming experiences within your network

  • Encourage member referrals and organic community growth

Growth

  • Help increase membership and event attendance

  • Collect feedback from members and share insights with the central team

  • Identify new opportunities for experiences and collaborations

  • Contribute ideas that improve the overall Young Wine Society® experience

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

You might be perfect for this role if you:

  • Love bringing people together

  • Have a natural ability to host and make everyone feel welcome

  • Are curious about wine (you don't need to be a sommelier)

  • Have a strong local network or enjoy building one

  • Are organized, proactive, and entrepreneurial

  • Take ownership and thrive with autonomy

  • Care about quality and attention to detail

Previous experience in events, hospitality, marketing or community management is a bonus, but personality and enthusiasm matter more.

OUR VALUES

Everything we do is guided by a few simple principles:

  • Community First: People come before wine. Every event should create genuine connections.

  • Curiosity Over Expertise: We make wine approachable, fun and accessible for everyone.

  • Quality Without Pretension: We celebrate great wine and great experiences without unnecessary complexity.

  • Hospitality Matters: Every guest should feel welcomed, included and excited to return.

  • Positive Energy: Our ambassadors set the tone. We lead with warmth, confidence and enthusiasm.

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

Within your first six months you will:

  • Launch Young Wine Society® in your city

  • Build a loyal local community

  • Host consistent, high-quality events 

  • Develop partnerships with leading local venues

  • Grow a recognizable local social presence

WHAT WE OFFER

  • The opportunity to build and lead a Young Wine Society® chapter

  • A globally growing lifestyle brand with a proven concept

  • Marketing assets, operational playbooks and ongoing support

  • Creative freedom to shape your local community

  • Performance-based compensation and growth opportunities

  • Access to a network of ambassadors across different cities

THIS ROLE IS FOR YOU IF...

You get excited about introducing strangers who become friends.

You believe the best conversations happen over a great glass of wine.

And you want to build a community that people genuinely look forward to being part of.

Join us and help redefine wine culture, one city at a time. ✨

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