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Become a Food Tour Guide

Do you love food, people, and sharing stories? If you have a passion for Coastal Mississippi hospitality, becoming a Savor the Coast food tour guide might be the perfect fit.

Overview

We’re looking for passionate Local Food Tour Guides to bring Coastal Mississippi to life through food, storytelling, and Southern hospitality. You’ll lead small walking groups through downtown areas, sharing local history, hidden gems, and the flavors that make the Gulf Coast special. Group sizes will range from 2 to 16 guests, including families with children. Tours are designed to take place during low-crowd times for a relaxed and enjoyable experience.

Guide pay starting at $60 per 3-hour tour plus tips

Food Tour Guide at Walter Anderson Museum

What You'll Do

  • Lead engaging walking tours (1–1.5 miles) that showcase the best of Coastal Mississippi’s food and culture.
  • Share stories with humor and heart, weaving in local history, traditions, and personal touches.
  • Create connection, making every guest feel seen, appreciated, and part of the experience.
  • Coordinate with restaurant partners to confirm group size, dietary needs, and arrival times.
  • Keep tours on schedule while remaining flexible and attentive to the group’s needs.
  • Adapt quickly to the unexpected, whether it’s a weather change, a last-minute request, or a closed stop.
  • Communicate clearly with guests before and after each tour (reminders, meeting points, follow-ups).
  • Represent Savor the Coast with professionalism, warmth, and generosity in every interaction.
  • Encourage reviews and social media sharing, helping promote local partners and grow community support.

Who We're Looking For

  • A people person who thrives in social settings and makes everyone feel welcome.
  • A natural storyteller who enjoys sharing local history and culture.
  • Will go out of their way to make their guests feel welcome and appreciated.
  • Quick-thinking and adaptable, able to handle surprises with humor and grace.
  • Organized and dependable, balancing fun with attention to detail.
  • Physically able to walk up to 3 miles at a comfortable pace and stand for extended periods.
  • Very familiar with Coastal Mississippi, ideally a long-time resident or native.
  • Flexible and open-minded, ready to grow with a new and evolving venture.
  • Passionate about hospitality, authenticity, connection, and generosity — the values that define Savor the Coast.

Does this sound like you?

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