The Unfiltered Guide to Working in Wine

About the Book

After a decade of wine experience, Hillary Zio has uncorked and dissected the industry. This book is for anyone interested in or fascinated with pursuing a career in wine. Hillary’s no-BS approach tackles restaurant, retail, and wholesale positions with honest advice and trade secrets. From certification schools to professional interviews, you’ll find layers of real advice to help you find your place, land your dream job, and absolutely love what you do.

About the Author

Hillary Zio has held director-level positions across the fine dining, luxury retail, and distribution sectors for over ten years. As a certified sommelier with an advanced certificate in wines and spirits, Hillary has taught over three hundred wine classes to date. Still enthusiastic, she’s always learning and adapting to the never-ending world of wine. She has written this guide while appreciating that the most fulfilling wine careers today require a perfect blend of education, experience, and a little help from someone who’s done it all.