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Oso Libre is seeking an experienced Wine Books professional specializing in compliance, COGs, bookkeeping, etc. Available either on premise or remote. Part time.

Submitted By:

Oso Libre Winery

Location:

Oso Libre Winery

Email:

ranch@osolibre.com

Phone:

8052383378

Receiving hopper that feeds vibrating shaker table. Built and bought in 2013. Works great, just changed our set up this year. Power is 460V 3 phase. $14k obo. Also selling the Vega 10 Destemmer separately for $8k obo.

Submitted By:

J Dusi Wines

Location:

J Dusi Wines

Email:

janell@jdusiwines.com

Phone:

805-226-2034

This is from Carlsen and Associates and is a Puleo Vega 10 Destemmer-Crusher. Power is 480V 3 phase but can be wired differently. 2005 model. Adjustable speed. In excellent working condition, just upgraded to bigger equipment this year. Please email me for pictures or to come by and look at the equipment. Also, have the Carlsen vibrating table with hopper for pre-sorting listed. Both work great together.
$8k obo. (Table listed separately for $13k obo.)

Submitted By:

J Dusi Wines

Location:

J Dusi Wines

Email:

janell@jdusiwines.com

Phone:

805-226-2034

GENERAL
• Work location: Steinbeck Vineyards & Winery, Paso Robles, CA
• Temporary harvest, full-time, non-exempt position
• Available to work extended hours, weekends, holidays, and evenings as required
• The Harvest Cellar Intern reports to the Assistant Winemaker
WINERY TASKS
• Assisting winemaking team in all aspects of vinification process, cellar aging, bottling, and warehousing
• Operating and maintaining winery equipment including crush, press, pumps, forklift, and barrel washer
• Follow and observe safety guidelines
• Additional duties and responsibilities as needed
• Recording of cellar work on work orders
• Assist in maintaining complete and up-to-date inventory for all wines in barrel storage
JOB REQUIREMENTS
• Prior winery work and forklift experience a plus
• Reliable team player with strong attention to detail and quality winemaking
• Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds
• Must be able work on your feet throughout the day and climb stairs

Submitted By:

PasoPort / Per Caso Cellars

Location:

Paso Robles

Email:

info@pasoportwine.com

Phone:

805-610-4384

Department: Wine Position: Tasting Room Host
Prepared By: Hiring Team Approved By: Doug Ayres
Revised: July 2019 Reports to: Quin Cody
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

HOW TO APPLY
If you are interested in this position, follow the instructions below to apply
1) Send your Resume and Cover Letter to quin@allegrettowines.com
2) Include, “Allegretto Wines Tasting Room Host Application,” in the subject line
3) Send us a 2-minute recording explaining why you are excited to become a part of this team and
why we should hire you.
4) If you do not follow these instructions exactly, we will not review your application.

KEY RELATIONSHIPS:
Internal: Hotel Associates and managers, Food & Beverage managers, culinary associates. External: Guests.

ALLEGRETTO WINES
We are a family-owned artisan wine company producing single vineyard and estate wines. We are committed to earth-friendly wine growing, “Sustainable” viticulture and crafting world-class wines. The Allegretto Wine Tasting room is located in the remarkably beautiful Allegretto Vineyard Resort.
The tasting room host position will focus on delivering exceptional wine experiences through seated educational tastings, private hosted tastings, exclusive outdoor terrace tastings and special events.

WHO YOU ARE
1) You value honesty
2) You have strong interpersonal and interpersonal communication skills
3) You are passionate about customer service
4) You have a desire to generate new ideas
5) You are eager to continue learning

STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS:
Qualified candidates must be able to work respectfully within a diverse team, work weekends, have some wine knowledge and industry experience, excellent customer service skills, and the ability to work occasional extended hours during events.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
1) Previous wine industry experience preferred
2) Tasting presentations require long periods of time standing and speaking to customers
3) Sales experience with a proven ability in closing and up selling
4) Polished customer service skills and sound judgment
5) Extraordinary attention to detail
6) Team player with a professional attitude and positive disposition
7) Wine knowledge with strong interest in continuous wine education

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
1) Provide guests with memorable wine and customer service experience that translates into wine
sales
2) Lead tastings by interweaving wine, viticulture, and AVA knowledge with the compelling story of
Allegretto Wines
3) Operate POS systems, create shipping invoices, confidently handle all customer shipping
questions
4) Daily inventory counting, reconciliation and restocking supplies behind bar – bags, pencils,
tasting notes\
5) Cleaning inside and outside of the tasting room – sweeping, wiping down table tops, dusting
shelves
6) Restocking wine from office to tasting room storage, whites in the refrigerator, reds onto
displayed wine racks
7) Buffing stemware
8) Moving dirty stemware to restaurant dishwasher
9) Restock supplies behind bar
10) Administrative duties as needed – filing, inputting newsletter email addresses, inputting signed
club forms, cash handling, balancing cash drawer
11) Able to handle high volume in a fast paced environment
12) Outbound and inbound simple communications such as answering phone, signing for packages
13) Available evenings, weekends, and as needed

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
1) Ability to stand for long periods of time and ability to lift and move 50 pounds
2) Must be at least 21 years

Submitted By:

Allegretto Wines

Location:

Allegretto Wines

Email:

quin@allegrettowines.com

Phone:

805-369-2518

Department: Wine Position: Tasting Room Supervisor
Prepared By: Hiring Team Approved By: Doug Ayres
Revised: July 2019 Reports to: Quin Cody
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

HOW TO APPLY
If you are interested in this position, follow the instructions below to apply
1) Send your Resume and Cover Letter to quin@allegrettowines.com
2) Include, “Allegretto Wines Tasting Room Supervisor Application,” in the subject line
3) Send us a 2-minute recording explaining why you are excited to become a part of this team and
why we should hire you.
4) If you do not follow these instructions exactly, we will not review your application.

KEY RELATIONSHIPS:
Internal: Hotel Associates and managers, Food & Beverage managers, culinary associates. External: Guests.

ALLEGRETTO WINES
We are a family-owned artisan wine company producing single vineyard and estate wines. We are committed to earth-friendly wine growing, “Sustainable” viticulture and crafting world-class wines. The Allegretto Wine Tasting room is located in the remarkably beautiful Allegretto Vineyard Resort.
The Tasting Room Supervisor is responsible for the daily operations of the tasting room including the development and performance of Tasting Room Hosts. In addition, they actively find ways to optimize profits, ensure that guests are satisfied with their experience and resolve any customer requests in a professional and timely manner.

WHO YOU ARE
1) You value honesty 2) You have strong interpersonal and interpersonal communication skills 3) You are passionate about customer service 4) You have a desire to generate new ideas 5) You are eager to continue learning

STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS:
Qualified candidates must be able to work respectfully within a diverse team, work weekends, have some wine knowledge and industry experience, excellent customer service skills, and the ability to work occasional extended hours during events.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
1) Previous wine industry experience required
2) Previous management experience preferred
3) Tasting presentations require long periods of time standing and speaking to customers
4) Sales experience with a proven ability in closing and up selling
5) Polished customer service skills and sound judgment
6) Extraordinary attention to detail
7) Team player with a professional attitude and positive disposition
8) Wine knowledge with strong interest in continuous wine education

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS 1) Tasting Room Schedule
Organizing staff availability, special events and high traffic days 2) Product and Supply orders
Managing product inventory, receiving purchase order approvals 3) Supervising daily procedures
including delegating employee breaks and side work tasks 4) Ensuring overall cleanliness of the tasting room
indoor, outdoor and awareness of maintenance needs 5) Managing inventory of printed materials
Tasting menus, wine club pamphlets, price tags etc. 6) Managing daily reservations and events
media guests and large parties 7) Developing innovative ways to drive sales and customer satisfaction
Working with marketing coordinator and director to develop and implement plans Working with hospitality and industry peers to create successful referral programs 8) Achieve tasting room goals including sales, club memberships and taster traffic Encouraging and coaching tasting room attendants on sales goals 9) Generate and maintain performance metrics to monitor direct sales results

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
1) Ability to stand for long periods of time and ability to lift and move 50 pounds
2) Must be at least 21 years old

Submitted By:

Allegretto Wines

Location:

Allegretto Wines

Email:

quin@allegrettowines.com

Phone:

805-369-2518

Part-Time WEEKEND Tasting Room and Café Associate

Who we are:
Named as one of the 11 Best Wineries in the World by Men’s Journal and two-time Central Coast Winery of the Year recipient, Cass Winery, is a boutique producer located on the east side of Paso Robles. Our tasting room and café is open daily from 11:00am – 5:00pm and features our award-winning, 100% estate wines and farm-to-table fresh fare.

In addition to our café, we also house a full-service event and catering department and host a plethora of onsite and offsite occasions including Winery Events, Luncheons, Private Events and Weddings.

Our winery is family owned and operated and growing quickly!

Who we are looking to add to our Tasting Room “family”:
Warm, engaging, guest focused, self-starting and motivated individuals with a heart for people and a desire to learn about and share about great food and wine! Food service and wine experience is definitely appreciated, but we are willing to train the correct individual – service can be taught, awesome personality cannot!

Our team works well as a collaborative unit and our ideal candidate is, likewise, team-focused and team-oriented!
A friendly, positive, professional demeanor is a must!

Saturdays and Sundays are BUSY, and we need WEEKEND WARRIORS who are not afraid to jump into our fast-paced environment, to help us to create great memories for our guests! There is opportunity for additional, weekday shifts for the right candidate.

Responsibilities:
 Tableside service – café and wine
 Opening, closing, and side work duties
 Stocking, cleaning, running food, clearing tables
 Operation of a POS system and cash handling with attention to detail
 Wine sales and Wine Club sign-ups

Additional Qualifications:
 MUST BE ABLE TO WORK BOTH SATURDAY AND SUNDAY! If you cannot work weekends, please do not apply!
 MUST BE 21 OR OLDER
 Must be able to stand & walk for extended periods of time
 Must be able to lift 50 lbs
 Current food handler card (or willing to obtain within first 30 days of employment) a must

Compensation: DOE hourly rate + Tips + Wine Club Sign Up Bonuses

If we have outlined your dream position, please email Tasting Room Manager, Jennifer Jansen, at tastingroom@casswines.com. Please include your Resume' and a brief cover letter describing why you are the ideal candidate to join the Cass Crew!

Submitted By:

Cass Winery

Location:

Cass Winery

Email:

tastingroom@casswines.com

Phone:

805.239.1730

A boutique style winery on the West Side of Paso Robles is looking for a Part Time Tasting Room lead, three days a week, Saturday through Monday. Possibility of moving to a full time position in the future.

The ideal candidate is energetic, has strong customer service, organizational and leadership skills. They are willing to learn and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

In this position, the Tasting Room Lead will be asked to sell wine, grow the wine club and assist in managing the tasting room staff.

Position Responsibilities but are not limited to:

- Work directly with the Tasting Room Manager to ensure proper flow of tasting room and manage tasting room staff.
- Provide outstanding customer service, wine education and memorable experience for our guests
- Focus on sales and wine club signups
- Comfortable with the POS system to place orders, edit orders, shipping, returns and handle cash and credit card transactions
- Complete opening and closing tasks efficiently ie: reconcile cash/credit drawer, count inventory, clean up tasting room, delegate tasks to the rest of the tasting room team
- Assist and grow our wine club, including yearly shipments, events and communications.
- Perform regular office administration duties by responding to emails, phone calls and booking tastings.

Qualifications:

- Previous management experience is a plus
- Proficiency with Microsoft Applications, including Word and Excel
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, including strong grammar skills
- Highly developed organizational skills
- Ability to keep multiple projects moving forward in the face of competing priorities
- Strong teamwork orientation
- Self-motivated individual who takes initiative to solve problems
- Sales, marketing, or hospitality experience in the Wine Industry is preferred but not mandatory
-Previous POS (WineDirect) experience preferred

Must work weekends (Friday through Sunday) and holidays
Must be able to lift 40 pounds
Must be 21 years old

Email:

hellowinejobs@gmail.com

Opolo Vineyards is looking an individual with restaurant experience for our Pairings on the Patio lunch service. This individual will be the first point of contact for guests arriving to the vineyard and will play a key role in contributing to customer satisfaction.

To be successful in the role, the best-fit candidate must have the following skills and leadership attributes:

Essential Functions:
• Greet customers as they arrive
• Take orders from patrons and collect payment
• Serve food and beverages to customers
• Check with customers throughout their visit to ensure they are enjoying their meal and take action to correct any problems
• Communicate with kitchen staff to ensure proper food quality
• Bus and clean tables as guests finish their meals
• Stock service areas with supplies
• Perform cleaning duties, such as sweeping and mopping floors, tidying up service area, taking out trash, checking on/ cleaning bathrooms
• Provide guests with information about local areas, including restaurants, activities, and directions
• Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related tasks as needed
• Other assignments as needed

Working Conditions:
• Regular working schedule to include all weekends and holidays
• Long and irregular hours during peak seasons and/or special events
• Standing for long periods of time (8 hours per day)
• Washing wine glasses and dishes to keep a clean work environment
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds repeatedly (case of wine)

Requirements:
• Outgoing, engaging, and friendly personality
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal skills including excellent telephone communication, sales and customer service
• Accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks
• Must be 21 years of age or older

Submitted By:

Opolo Vineyards

Location:

Opolo Vineyards

Email:

aricg@opolo.com

Phone:

8052389593

Located adjacent to Opolo’s wine tasting room, Willow Creek Distillery was founded under Opolo Vineyards in 2013 to make one of a kind handcrafted spirits. This is an exciting opportunity to interact with customers and learn more about the spirit making process. We are looking for passionate individuals who can work well with others, while possessing the ability to complete tasks independently. Excellent people and communication skills are a must, as it is expected you openly engage with customers portraying a warm and welcome attitude. A desire to learn and a hard work ethic will allow for more exposure and responsibilities to the distillation process. Feel free to visit willowcreekdistillery.com for more information.

To be successful in the role, the best-fit candidate must have the following skills and leadership attributes:

Essential Functions:
• Ability to perform opening and closing duties
• Maintain clean bar and retail space
• Engage customers
• Spirit sales
• Possess distillation knowledge
• Manage merchandise and apparel sales
• Cashiering
• Washing and polishing distillery glasses

Working Conditions:
• Regular working schedule to include all weekends and holidays
• Long and irregular hours during peak seasons and/or special events
• Moderate to heavy physical work (moving wine cases and retail supplies, setting up for special events)
• Standing for long periods of time (8 hours per day)
• Washing distillery glasses to keep a clean work environment
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds repeatedly (case of wine)

Requirements:
• Must be 21 or older
• Education: Highschool
• Experience: None required
• Distillation knowledge is a plus, but not required.
• Part time: Friday - Sunday

Please include a cover letter and resume.

Submitted By:

Opolo Vineyards

Location:

Opolo Vineyards

Email:

kevinc@opolo.com

Phone:

8052389593

Hearst Ranch Winery is looking for a part-time tasting room associate for their San Simeon tasting room. Our ideal candidate has a passion for wine, a willingness to learn, is a self-starter and detail oriented. Customer service skills and a positive attitude are a must. Hearst Ranch Winery comes with an incredible history and is dedicated to the “Legacy of Quality” that we have established with our portfolio of wines. Basic knowledge of wine is preferred but not required. We are happy to train and educate the right person. Due to our location, candidates must be able to provide excellent customer service to wide range of customers. This person will play an active role in our winery events hosted at the winery, with the opportunity to pour and work at tastings or events outside of the tasting room if desired. Weekend availability is a must.

Responsibilities and requirements:
Welcome every guest that comes in to the tasting room
Actively sell wine club memberships to guests
Create a positive, educational and memorable experience for all visitors
Maintain a professional appearance
Hard-working and able to work well within a team
Available to work weekends and some holidays
Work within a POS system for entering sales transactions and managing wine club details for clientele
Confident in handling cash in a fast paced environment
Be able to stand for long periods of time
Have a reliable form of transportation to and from San Simeon
Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds.

Submitted By:

Hearst Ranch Winery- San Simeon

Location:

442 SLO San Simeon Rd, San Simeon, CA 93452

Email:

casey@hearstranchwinery.com

Hearst Ranch Winery is looking for a part-time tasting room associate for their Paso Robles tasting room. Our ideal candidate has a passion for wine, a willingness to learn, are a self-starter and detail oriented. Customer service skills and a positive attitude are a must. Hearst Ranch Winery comes with an incredible history and is dedicated to the “Legacy of Quality” that we have established with our portfolio of wines. Basic knowledge of wine is preferred but not required. We are happy to train and educate the right person. Due to our location, candidates must be able to provide excellent customer service to a wide range of customers. This person will play an active role in our winery events hosted at the winery, with the opportunity to pour and work at tastings or events outside of the tasting room if desired. Weekend availability is a must.

Submitted By:

Hearst Ranch Winery- San Simeon

Location:

7300 North River Road, Paso Robles, CA 93346

Email:

casey@hearstranchwinery.com

Kukkula is a small, family run, dry-farmed, organic vineyard/winery and tasting room in the Adelaida AVA. We are looking for an addition to our tasting room team for 12-18 hours per week. This is a part-time position and will require you to be available Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays (though you may only need to work 1-2 days). Compensation is $15 per hour to start, plus wine club commissions. We would prefer someone with basic wine knowledge, who will be enthusiastic about learning more and passing this on to our customers.
An ideal candidate will be interested in taking on increased responsibilities/hours to become tasting room manager and run our wine club within a year. Compensation will be commensurate with increased responsibilities.
You will need to:
• Communicate kukkula’s unique benefits to guests
• Promote and sell wine club memberships
• Master our POS system and work comfortably on the computer/ipad to process orders, payments and wine club sign-ups.
• Maintain an organized and clean tasting room.
• Assist with shipping and wine club maintenance.
Candidates must be at least 21, have the ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and stand for extended periods of time.
Contact: paula@kukkulawine.com

Submitted By:

kukkula

Location:

9535 Chimney Rock Rd., Paso Robles

Email:

paula@kukkulawine.com

Phone:

805-227-0111

First time available in 15 years for these premium wine grapes. 4.8 acres = 8 to 10 tons. High on the hill, calcareous soil. Clones 312 and 332 on 1103P.

Submitted By:

Ranchita Canyon Vineyard

Location:

Ranchita Canyon Vineyard

Email:

bill@ranchitacanyonvineyard.com

Phone:

8054679448

SUMMARY: This seasonal/temporary position requires significant travel to a wide variety of vineyards, collecting grape samples during the Harvest Season. The length of the season/position depends on the Harvest Season, but generally begins in mid-July and goes through the end of October.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:
• Collecting and preparing grape samples at various vineyards primarily in San Luis Obispo and Monterey Counties
• Deliver grape samples to lab daily
• Vineyard and Grape Health monitoring
• Provide support to lab personnel, as needed

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Must be dependable and flexible for working varying shifts, overtime, weekends and holidays
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Must have valid driver's license and clean driving record
• Some knowledge of vineyards, beneficial

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Ability to lift 40 lbs.
• Position requires significant travel between vineyards
• Must be able to walk and drive for long periods of time
• Primary work activities are in the environmental elements
• Employee is exposed to wet or humid conditions
• Exposed to inclement seasonal weather, summer heat, cold weather, rain

-Must pass a comprehensive background check and drug screen
-Must adhere to all Company, Federal and State Food Safety Regulations and Policies
-This organization participates in E-Verify

Submitted By:

Robert Hall Winery

Location:

Paso Robles, CA

Email:

jobs@oneillwine.com

High on the hillside with Calcareous soil for these premium wine grapes. 5 - 6 tons. First time available in 15 years. Clone 07 on 101-14.

Submitted By:

Ranchita Canyon Vineyard

Location:

Ranchita Canyon Vineyard

Email:

bill@ranchitacanyonvineyard.com

Phone:

8054679448

Small lots (1-5 tons) available = Malbec

Submitted By:

Ranchita Canyon Vineyard

Location:

Ranchita Canyon Vineyard

Email:

bill@ranchitacanyonvineyard.com

Phone:

8054679448

Premium wine grapes high on the hillside with calcareous soil. 2.2 acres - 8 tons. Clones Grenache Noir & 362 on 1103P.

First time available in 15 years.

Submitted By:

Ranchita Canyon Vineyard

Location:

Ranchita Canyon Vineyard

Email:

bill@ranchitacanyonvineyard.com

Phone:

8054679448

We are seeking a new tasting room associate to join our team! This position is responsible for ensuring that customers have a positive and memorable experience at McPrice Myers. You must have a passion for wine and for learning the details of the wines we produce.

Responsibilities include: Greeting customers promptly and courteously; guiding customers to wines they enjoy; setting and cleaning up daily operations and special events; accurately performing money handling procedures. Promoting the sale of wine and non-wine products sold in the Tasting Room. Describing wines, winemaking techniques, winery history and provides general tourist information. The work schedule is intermittent Saturdays and Sundays when we need someone to fill in if we are down a regular team member.

Job Description Details:
• Excellent people skills; able to project a friendly and helpful manner at all times
• Able to perform quality work efficiently with minimal supervision
• Greets all visitors to the winery and pours wines for tasting
• Effectively suggests and sells wine to customers
• Assists customers with transporting wine to their vehicles
• Describes wines and winery history to customers
• Answers visitor's questions and able to provide general tourist information
• Handles routine purchasing transactions, which include operating POS system
• Acquires and maintains a thorough knowledge of winery and our wines
• Work in a team environment and open to performing other duties as assigned

Qualifications:
• Knowledgeable and passionate about wine
• Sales-driven
• Flexibility and enthusiasm for new tasks
• Professional appearance and demeanor
• Friendly and charismatic
• Able to lift up to 40 pounds
• Must be able to stand, walk, lift and bend for up to 8 hours a day
• Weekends and holidays required
• Retail experience a plus
• At least 21 years of age

Compensation $15/hour to start.

Send resume and cover letter to:
Malia Baynham
malia@mcpricemyers.com

Submitted By:

McPrice Myers

Location:

3525 Adelaida Road

Email:

malia@mcpricemyers.com

Phone:

805-237-1245

Vina Robles Vineyards and Winery is seeking a full-time, temporary Harvest Cellar Intern to assist their production crew during the 2019 Harvest.

GENERAL
• Work location: Vina Robles Winery, Paso Robles, CA
• Temporary harvest, full-time, non-exempt position
• Available to work extended hours, weekends, holidays, and evenings as required
• The Harvest Cellar Intern reports to the Cellar Master

1. TECHNICAL TASKS – WINERY

• Assisting winemaking team in all aspects of vinification process, cellar aging, bottling, and warehousing
• Assisting Cellar Master in coordinating cellar work
• Operating and maintaining winery equipment including crush, press, pumps, forklift, and barrel washer
• Performing winery analysis as requested
• Completing all jobs according to Vina Robles’ QC standards
• Follow and observe safety guidelines
• Assist in training and monitoring of temporary harvest or bottling personnel
• Additional duties and responsibilities as needed

2. ADMINISTRATION

• Recording of cellar work on work orders
• Assist in maintaining complete and up-to-date inventory for all wines in storage, barrels, cased goods, winery supplies, equipment and tools
• Provide suggestions and improvements to winemaking team

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

• Prior winery work and forklift experience a plus
• Reliable team player with strong attention to detail and quality winemaking
• Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds
• Must be able work on your feet throughout the day and climb stairs

Please send resume to:

Vina Robles Winery or e-mail to: jobs@vinarobles.com
Attn. Human Resources
1200 Priska Drive
Paso Robles, CA 93446 No phone calls.

ABOUT VINA ROBLES

Growers and makers of expressive, approachable estate wines from Paso Robles, California, Vina Robles owns and farms six estate SIP® Certified Sustainable vineyards in five sub-districts in the region. First class hospitality service is offered by way of unique, memorable experiences with wine, food and music at their core. The vineyards & winery are owned and managed by two Swiss families who have been farming winegrapes in Paso Robles for more than 20 years.

Known primarily for their Cabernet Sauvignon and Petite Sirah, the Vina Robles lineup includes small lots of a wide range of varieties and creative blends. While adhering to traditional winemaking methods, veteran winemaker Kevin Willenborg implements modern technologies to make his estate wines with minimal intervention.

Submitted By:

Vina Robles Vineyards & Winery

Location:

Paso Robles, CA

Email:

jobs@vinarobles.com

Seeking Tasting Room Team Member

HammerSky Vineyards is seeking enthusiastic, collaborative, and driven individuals to join our small team. We have immediate openings available for engaging and reliable Tasting Room Team Members.

Your role will be to represent HammerSky, tell our story, present our wines, and entertain guest to ensure every valued tasting room customer has a fabulous experience. Candidates should enjoy working directly with the public, have a passion for wine, coupled with a vibrant personality, excellent customer service skills, and strong work ethic.

Responsibilities for this position include:
• Create a welcoming and memorable experience for every guest
• Promote our wines and wine club membership while providing stellar customer service
• Process orders, payment and wine club signups
• Stock wine, merchandise and supplies
• Maintain an organized and clean tasting room and office facilities

Minimum requirements:
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• High school diploma (or GED equivalent)
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds on a daily basis and stand for extended periods of time
• Self-directed, detail-oriented, multi-tasker
• Can adapt to a constantly changing environment
• A reliable team player with a positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Computer skills: POS system, Microsoft Word/Excel, iPad familiarity
• Weekends are a must – 10:30-5:30 with overtime and holidays as necessary

What will set you apart:
• Previous tasting room, sales or hospitality experience
• Knowledge of wine and wine production
• Familiarity with local restaurants and various activities on the Central Coast

Compensation: This is an hourly position with a competitive hourly rate and performance based sales incentives. You will enjoy an being part of a very small but fun-loving team with the opportunity to learn and grow.

Submitted By:

HammerSky Vineyards

Location:

HammerSky Vineyards

Email:

mel@hammersky.com

We offer a wide range of services, depending on your needs and stage of business.

- Grape to Glass -
Fruit and barrel sourcing, equipment selection, label design & packaging selection

- Vineyard Establishment -
Purchasing, establishing, selling, and evaluations

- Technical Winemaking -
Wine production, cellar compliance, stylistic advice, analysis interpretation, implementation of SOPs.

- Brand Development -
Facility entitlement, winery design and construction, business plan assistance, managerial accounting, direct-to-consumer & wholesale marketing

- Strategic Partnerships -
If there is a service we can’t provide, we know the people who can

We have a combined total of 25 years of production experience, as well as 2 critially acclaimed brands. Production space is also available based on need.

For questions, inquiries, and complementary consultation, please reach out to us at 805-835-9446 or info@willowcreekwinecollective.com

We look forward to hearing from you!

Submitted By:

The Willow Creek Wine Collective

Location:

Paso Robles, California

Email:

info@willowcreekwinecollective.com

Phone:

8058359446

Petite Sirah and Syrah fruit available for 2019. Unique heritage clones. Grown sustainably. Willow Creek District.

Submitted By:

The Willow Creek Wine Collective

Location:

Willow Creek

Email:

info@willowcreekwinecollective

Phone:

8058359446

We are looking for candidates to join our winery team who are team-oriented, enthusiastic, charismatic, and passionate about wine, food and excellent customer service.

The candidate would ensure daily tasting room operational tasks are executed. People skills and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment are a must!

We need candidates that are available to work some evenings, as well as, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications:
• Must be able to work evenings, weekends and holidays
• Kitchen or restaurant experience is a plus.
• Must have a mode of transportation to and from Calcareous Vineyard Tasting Room
• Maintain a positive attitude to provide the customer with an exceptional experience
• Professional appearance and demeanor.
• Strong sense of urgency to make sure tasks are done correctly in a timely manner
• Moderate to heavy physical work (Carry 50lbs+)
• Standing for long periods at a time (8 hours per day)
Responsibilities/Duties
• Assisting in packing the correct wine and assisting the tasting room associates.
• Assist with the delivery of food items
• Clean and bus tables in the tasting room and outside picnic area
• Make sure stemware is cleaned and buffed throughout the day
• Utilize the Opening and Closing Checklist on a daily basis, help complete all necessary opening/closing procedures for the tasting room.
• Assist and participate in winery events as needed ((break down and maintenance))
• Make sure stemware is cleaned and buffed throughout the day
• Maintain stock levels in tasting room (Wine, glasses, boxes, bags, fridge items)
• Transport wine to customer’s vehicle after purchase if necessary
• Stock wine from production room to tasting room daily
• Cleaning duties (taking out the trash, checking bathrooms, sweeping)
• Contribution to the team’s successes
• Other duties as assigned by manager

Submitted By:

Calcareous Vineyard

Location:

Calcareous Vineyards and Winery

Email:

erik@calcareous.com

Phone:

805.239.0289

Have a couple pallets of heavy cork finish wine bottles. both in Burgundy and Bordeaux. There is a mix of some other bottles. 500mlFL and 375FL (screw) too.

Submitted By:

Cass Winery

Location:

Paso Robles Geneseo District

Email:

sterling@casswines.com

Phone:

8052391730

Looking for a few more wine enthusiasts to stage a wine and cheese pairing in the vineyard. Photographer shows up at 3:00pm on August 27th at the Peachy Canyon Tasting Room. Need to fill the 25-35 year old category. Will pay in kind with wine.

Submitted By:

Peachy Canyon Winery

Location:

1480 N Bethel Road, Templeton CA 93465

Email:

cynthia@peachycanyon.com

Phone:

8059754369

Job Summary:
Work as a team member to support the Ancient Peaks Café and help organize, prepare and execute food program. Principal functions include kitchen prep, customer service, product knowledge, menu execution and product presentation. This position is part-time (weekends are mandatory) and may include special events and extended hours. The Café Assistant reports directly to the Café Coordinator & Lead.

Job Duties:
• Responsible for opening and closing kitchen on a daily basis, following an open/close checklist
• Prepare and execute orders
• Ability to receive, organize and inventory all Café vendor deliveries
• Represent the company and brand, professionally, graciously and enthusiastically
• Assist with special events on-site and off-site, as needed
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen and all associated areas of the tasting room
• Primary food runner and assist with bussing tables
• Be primary dishwasher
• Communicate with Café Coordinator for any product needs and re-orders
• Perform other duties assigned by Café Coordinator and Hospitality Manager

Qualifications:
• Minimum 1 year experience working in food service industry
• Must have food service handling card
• Knowledge with basic kitchen equipment (i.e. slicer, fryer, flat top griddle)
• Be able to follow recipes and directions
• Proven ability to effectively communicate with diverse client group
• Commitment to excellence, high standards, detail oriented, coachable and highly motivated
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Flexibility and ability to manage constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm
• Professional appearance and demeanor
• Must be able to work weekends, major holidays, wine club pick up parties, association events and industry events
• Fluent in English
• Must be at least 21 years old
• High school diploma or equivalent
Physical and Mental Requirements:
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds repeatedly
• Must be able to effectively stock merchandise, set-up and break down structures, tables, etc. and be able to utilize dolly cart and other equipment to assist in moving heavy objects
• Ability to understand and accurately follow written and verbal instructions

Compensation:
• Hourly, 20-30 hour position
• This position is eligible for the following benefits:
o tips accumulated while working
o employee discount on wine, merchandise and food
o zipline discounts at Margarita Adventures

Please email resume and cover letter to apply

Submitted By:

Ancient Peaks Winery

Location:

Santa Margarita

Email:

info@apwinery.com

Phone:

805.365.7045

Job Summary:
Work as a team member to support tasting room operations in a manner that maximizes the sales potential of the winery, ensures a rich consumer experience, builds consumer loyalty and reflects the brand essence. Principal functions include sales, customer service, product knowledge, cash register operations and product presentations. Employees are required to work weekends; which may include special events and extended hours.

Job Duties:
• Prepare Tasting Room for daily openings and closings
• Deliver exceptional customer service
• Represent the company and brand, professionally, graciously and enthusiastically
• Describe wines, winemaking techniques, and winery history; answer visitor’s questions
• Effectively suggest and sell wine to customers
• Memorize club benefits, and effectively sell the wine club to customers; in the tasting room and on the telephone
• Act as an informed resource for consumers regarding winemaking, winegrowing, wine vintages and availability of products
• Responsible to maintain a high level of relevant wine, company and industry knowledge by remaining familiar with all current press information, memos and marketing information and other wine related publications
• Attend regularly scheduled monthly staff meetings and trainings
• Operate cash registers/POS system and credit card terminals accurately and efficiently including opening and closing procedures
• Being able to assist with serving Café items and bussing tables as needed to maintain a clean and professional environment
• Create/update Tasting Room documents (ex. tasting sheets/signs for wine specials)
• Assist with special events on-site and off-site, as needed (ex. food prep/floral arrangements/wine service)
• Washing and polishing glassware for tasting room
• Break down and recycle cardboard and glass
• Maintain cleanliness of tasting room, and all other customer related areas of the winery
• Assist with answering of the phones
• Perform periodic wine and non-wine inventories as needed
• Restock gift items as needed and alert manager of stock shortages
• Perform other duties assigned by Hospitably Manager
 
Qualifications:
• Outstanding customer service experience
• Proven ability to effectively communicate with diverse client group
• Extensive knowledge of wines and wine production preferred
• Commitment to excellence and high standards
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Flexibility and ability to manage constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm
• Knowledge of commonly used practices and procedures used in merchandising
• Professional appearance and demeanor
• Must be able to work weekends, major holidays, wine club pick up parties, association events and industry events
• Fluent in English
• Must be at least 21 years old
• 1-2 years’ related experience preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Strong computer proficiency and data entry experience preferred
• Basic to intermediate skills in Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel

Physical and Mental Requirements:
• Ability to talk to customers, stand and walk for long periods of time
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds repeatedly
• Must be able to effectively stock wine and non-wine merchandise, set-up and break down structures, tables and able to utilize dolly cart and other equipment to assist in moving heavy objects
• Ability to understand and accurately follow written and verbal instructions

Please email a cover letter and resume to apply.

Submitted By:

Ancient Peaks Winery

Location:

Santa Margarita

Email:

info@apwinery.com

Phone:

805.365.7045

Le Vigne Winery, a family-owned business, in Paso Robles is looking for a P/T Tasting Room Associate to join our team. Our new team member must be self-motivated, willing to work in a dynamic, fast-paced atmosphere, have diligent attention to detail, and have a customer service heart. Our Tasting Room Associates not only know and sell Le Vigne wine, but they are also responsible for learning about our cheeses and selling them as well.

Requirements:
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Able to lift 50lbs
• Move and stock inventory
• Fulfill minor custodial duties related to the tasting room, grounds, and winery
• Preparing cheese pairing plates, cheese for sale and samples for customers
• Must be willing to work weekends, holidays, and events.
• Must be able to pass a drug test

Wine experience and a food handler’s certificate preferred, but not required. Knowledge of fine wine and cheese is a plus. An outgoing, friendly personality is essential.

Please email your resume and a brief paragraph about why you’d like to work at Le Vigne Winery to Jillian Oksen, Tasting Room Manager at j.oksen@levignewinery.com. Please, no phone calls.
Competitive Wage + tips & commissions.

Submitted By:

Le Vigne Winery

Location:

Le Vigne Winery

Email:

j.oksen@levignewinery.com

Tasting Room Sales (Part-Time)
Halter Ranch Vineyard is seeking Tasting Room Sales Associate in Paso Robles, CA. This position is open to anyone 21 years of age and older. We are looking for team oriented candidates who are enthusiastic, charismatic, and passionate about wine. People skills and the ability to multi-task are a must!

Qualifications
• Strong knowledge and enthusiasm about the world of fine wines.
• A desire to provide the ultimate in hospitality and customer service.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.
• Must be able to work weekends and Holidays.
• Must be 21 years old.
• Retail sales experience is a plus.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities
Tasting Room:
• Greets all visitors to the winery and pours wines for tasting.
• Describes wines, winemaking techniques, and winery history; answers visitor’s questions.
• Effectively suggests and sells wine to customers.
• Accurately handles routine purchasing transactions, which include operating cash register and accounting of daily sales.
• Assists customers with the carry out of purchases to their vehicles when necessary.
• Provides general tourist information.
• Conducts guided tours as needed.
• Assists with the winery’s special events as needed.
• Acquires and maintains thorough knowledge of winery and its wines.
• Performs other duties as assigned by manager.

Receiving and Stocking:
• Washes and polishes glassware for Tasting Room.
• Assists with display and pricing of retail items and wines as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by manager.

Physical Requirements:
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time.
• Must be able to lift 40 pounds repeatedly.
• Must be able to effectively stock wine, set up and break down tables, chairs and be able to utilize dolly cart and assist in moving heavy objects.

Schedule TBD. This position requires working weekends. Please keep this in mind when applying.

Compensation: $15 an hour with wine club commissions and tips.

Please send resumes to attention: Michelle Robles, Human Resources Manager at michelle@halterranch.com (no phone calls please)

Submitted By:

Halter Ranch Vineyard

Location:

Paso Robles

Email:

michelle@halterranch.com

Halter Ranch Seeking Chef de Partie
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Prepares a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables and other food items for cooking in broilers, ovens, grills, fryers and a variety of other kitchen equipment.
• Assumes 100% responsibility for quality of products served.
• Knows and complies consistently with our standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies and procedures.
• Preps, stocks and maintains sufficient levels of food products at line stations to assure a smooth service period.
• Portions food products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications.
• Maintains a clean and sanitary work station area including tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, pasta cookers, sauté burners, convection oven, flat top range and refrigeration equipment.
• Prepares item for broiling, grilling, frying, sautéing or other cooking methods by portioning, battering, breading, seasoning and/or marinating.
• Follows proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes.
• Follow sanitation guidelines set forth by Health Department.
• Handles, stores and rotates all products properly.
• Assists in food prep assignments during off-peak periods as needed.
• Closes the kitchen properly and follows the closing checklist for kitchen stations. Assists others in closing the kitchen.
• Attends all scheduled employee meetings.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Chef or manager-on-duty.

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Must be able to communicate effectively with coworkers and management.
• A minimum of one year in a food preparation/cooking position.
• Must be able to communicate clearly with all employees
• Food Handlers permit on file, or to be obtained within 30 days.

WORKING CONDITIONS & EXPECTATIONS:
• Work schedule will may vary
• Demonstrate teamwork in all areas
• Work with a positive attitude in all types of situations.
• Follow safety and sanitation rules and laws at all times.
• Must be able to stand and work effectively for 8-10 hrs.
• Must be able to lift pots, pans, etc., up to 50 pounds in weight.
• Must be willing to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays

COMPENSATION:
TBD. Excellent benefits package. To apply submit resume to:
Human Resources Manager @ michelle@halterranch.com

Submitted By:

Halter Ranch Vineyard

Location:

Paso Robles

Email:

michelle@halterranch.com

2019 Viognier grapes for sale. Approximately 8 tons available. can be purchased in 1/2 ton bins. Price based on if you pick or we pick.

Submitted By:

Hidden Oak Winery

Location:

South El Pomar

Email:

mike@hiddenoakwinery.com

Phone:

805-550-3892

Job Summary
An exciting opportunity has opened for an experienced Senior Accountant at Epoch Estate Wines. The ideal candidate will be responsible for full charge accounting functions for our estate vineyards and winery. This position requires critical thinking, strong initiative, attention to detail, and the highest level of ethical conduct.

About Epoch
Epoch produces ultra-premium wines from Rhône, Tempranillo and Zinfandel varieties grown on our estate vineyards on the west-side of Paso Robles. We are dedicated to making wines that are true, fun, and most importantly, delicious expressions of the fascinating soils form which they hail. And for our members and Tasting Room visitors, we strive to make the experience of pouring these wines into the glass one that guests will never forget.

Essential Functions
• Full Cycle Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
• Review and reconcile physical inventory to general ledger and inventory control management
• Cost of Goods calculation
• Maintain, reconcile, and analyze general ledger accounts
• Calculate and file required Federal excise and California sales and use tax returns
• Manage employee expense reports and reimbursements
• Assist in developing internal procedures to increase efficiency of accounting processes
• Maintain fixed asset accounts and corresponding depreciation schedules
• Manage and reconcile company credit accounts
• Cash flow management and forecasting
• Preparation of bank deposits and bank reconciliations

Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field as well as 2-3 years relevant experience or equivalent combination education and experience
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office and QuickBooks
• Good judgement and ability to work with minimal supervision
• Wine industry experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of general ledger and experience maintaining supporting schedules
• Strong organizational and communication skills and the ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to occasionally lift 50 pounds
• A pre-employment background check is required

Compensation and Benefits
• Full-time, salaried position
• Competitive compensation depending on experience
• Benefits include medical, vision, dental, life, and AD&D insurance as well as paid vacation and 401(k)

Submitted By:

Epoch Estate Wines

Location:

Epoch Estate Wines

Email:

christina@epochwines.com

Pacific Wine Service is a custom winemaking facility located in Paso Robles, California. We have over 30 clients, so as an intern you’ll learn different techniques and styles of winemaking and get to work with fruit from many AVAs all in one location.

Duties will include but are not limited to:
• Grape receiving, sorting and operating crush equipment
• Juice and wine racking and transfers
• Additions, fermentation monitoring
• Daily punch downs and pump-overs
• Cleaning and sanitation
• Cleaning, filling, racking, and topping barrels
• Drain, digging and pressing tanks

Qualifications:
• Good interpersonal skills
• Be hard working, dependable and flexible to work overtime, weekends & holidays (mid August/early September to mid November)
• The ability to work long hard hours 6 to 7 days a week while maintaining a positive attitude
• Ability to follow instructions and take direction
• Possess great attention to detail
• Work well as a team member
• Eagerness to learn, and the ability to think ahead and anticipate the next steps
• Must have reliable transportation

Working Conditions:
• Standing for long period of time (8 hours or more)
• Must comply with all safety equipment requirements
• Exposure to machinery and forklifts
• Long and irregular hours during peak periods on various shifts
• Extensive walking and lifting of up to 50 pounds
• Work outside in varying weather conditions.

Compensation:
Hourly, dependent upon experience.

We are seeking enthusiastic, energetic and hard-working individuals to join our 2019 harvest team. The right candidates are flexible, dependable, hard-working and interested in wine production. If you’d like to be part of a great team, we encourage you to submit your resume.

Contact Information:
Please email your resume and cover letter to: khover@pacificwineservices.com

Submitted By:

Pacific Wine Services

Location:

Paso Robles, CA

Email:

khover@pacificwineservices.com

Estate Winery and Tasting room Assistant Tasting Room Manager Full Time/Benefits

Position Summary:

Looking for Candidates with experience in hospitality, team management and sales, with a personal motivation for professional growth in brand management and sales strategy. This is a full-time position with a primary focus on tasting room sales, team management and communications; there will be strong professional and career growth opportunities for candidates that show excellence in their role with the management of the client experience, and contribution to the overall brand.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
* Developing customer and trade appointment schedule on campus and off campus tastings, tours and seminars
* Management of staff scheduling and performance
* Wine and club sales alongside concierge to customers and trade.
* Inventory review and reconciliation.
* Collaboration with tasting room manager and traffic and sales strategies
* Support in sales and staff training
* Review and strategy behind collateral and marketing needs.

Job Qualifications:
Knowledge, skill and abilities:
* Excellent customer service and organization skills.
* Available to work after hours, weekends & special events as needed.
* Good working knowledge of wine and willingness to learn.
* Experience in wine sales and/or hospitality a plus.
* Ability to travel.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.
* Able to stand for extended periods of time.
* Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor.

Please email your resume and contact information

Submitted By:

Law Estate Wines

Location:

Paso Robles

Email:

oliver@lawestatewines.com

Phone:

8052269200

Vina Robles Vineyards and Winery is seeking a Regional Sales Manager for California (Central Coast, Central Valley & Northern California) territory. This role manages and achieves development goals within the territory managing: channel volume, key account growth, distributor management and new business development. Achieve market objectives by working independently and with our distributor. Optimizes distributor execution through programming, education and exceed market share in all aspects of our business. The ideal candidate will reside on the Central Coast.

GENERAL
• Regional Sales Manager for the California region (Central Coast, Central Valley and Northern CA)
• Work location: 1200 Priska Drive, Paso Robles, CA with remote option
• Full-time position, exempt status
• The Regional Sales Manager – Central and Northern, CA reports to the Director of Sales

JOB DESCRIPTION

1. SALES PLANNING
• Developing short-term and long-term sales plans, account targets and budgets for the defined territory in cooperation with the Director of Sales
• Planning and coordination of brand marketing and timely promotional activities in cooperation with the Director of Sales and Marketing Team
• Uses analytical tools and marketing data to identify priorities and develop sales strategies
• Provides accurate and timely business intelligence, including market forecasts, for territory
• Monitoring and planning proper case goods inventory levels to achieve annual program goals

2. DISTRIBUTOR/BROKER SUPPORT
• Managing distributors and brokers in assigned territory to achieve market objectives and sales goals, including channel volume, shipments, depletions, distribution and display activities
• Training of distributor/broker sales staff to optimize VR brand strategies and marketing programs, including tastings and special events
• Conducting market-work with distributor/broker teams to service accounts and develop new business
• Coordinating and supporting special events with distributor/broker and key accounts
• Maintaining sufficient inventory levels and efficient distribution and use of all POS materials
• Managing the retail pricing standards and monitoring the pricing levels in off-premise accounts
• Preparing minutes of meetings and/or conferences with distributors and key accounts
• Coordinating monthly sales reports from distributor/broker
• Assessing distributor/broker performance and verifying that programs and objectives for the territory have been achieved, in cooperation with Director of Sales

3. MARKETING
• Cultivating cross departmental relationships with sales and marketing departments
• Supporting national sales team with print, digital, promotional materials as needed. Analyze marketing campaigns and how it drives distribution and velocity
• Providing input on wholesale marketing campaigns
• Establishing a closed-loop analytics with sales team to understand how marketing activities impact sales and refine our process to convert customers and distributor sales staff into VR ambassadors
• Providing input for the content/editorial calendar that attracts customers to VR (including blog posts, webinars, sales presentations, etc.)
• Maintaining and updating wholesale distribution lists, provide input for wholesale newsletter two per year, work with marketing on ongoing projects
• Updating PowerPoint presentations for wholesale team including new releases and seasonal updates throughout the year

4. SALES
• Ensuring compliance with sales regulations and marketing guidelines within the territory
• Executing the monthly sales objectives set by mutually developed sales plans and budgets
• Developing the market by expanding distribution for existing customers as well as the acquisition of new accounts
• Managing a customer database and identifying key accounts
• Efficient and profitable implementation of marketing programs and promotions

5. REPORTING & ADMINISTRATION
• Administering an efficient work schedule and travel itinerary to best service the territory
• Submitting weekly progress reports via e-mail to summarize the goals, events, activities, meetings, results and planned follow-up
• Reporting monthly and quarterly sales data to the Director of Sales
• Analyzing and reporting of customer and market information in order to recognize trends
• Completing market/pricing surveys as requested

6. TEAM COLLABORATION & COMMUNICATION
• Creating positive relationships within wholesalers and Vina Robles to better achieve goals
• Fostering productive and effective communication
• Contributing to the development and improvement of the sales program through collaboration with the Vina Robles sales and marketing teams
• Traveling to Paso Robles, California annually

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
• Bachelor’s degree in Business/Sales or related field from an accredited college
• At least three (3) years’ outside sales experience, preferably in the beverage industry
• Enthusiastic, self-motivated personality with strong work ethics
• Proven track record of meeting and exceeding sales goals
• Excellent verbal and written communication and organizational skills
• Effective time management skills, efficiently completing tasks and reporting on time
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Travel throughout region required at least 50% of the week, including overnight, weekend and evening work as required
• Must provide own reliable car, valid driver's license with clean driving record
• Must be able to lift/carry 50 lb. boxes frequently
• Must be at least 21 years of age

Preferred Skills
• Wine education or certification
• Nielsen/IRI information experience

In addition to competitive compensation we offer:
100% paid health, dental, and vision for employee - FSA plan - Paid time off for vacation, sick, and 11 paid Holidays - 401K plan with employer match up to 4% - Vina Robles Amphitheatre ticket allowance - continuing education assistance and more!

Please send resume and cover letter to:

Vina Robles Winery or e-mail to: jobs@vinarobles.com
Attn. Human Resources
1200 Priska Drive
Paso Robles, CA 93446 No phone calls.

ABOUT VINA ROBLES

Growers and makers of expressive, approachable estate wines from Paso Robles, California, Vina Robles owns and farms six estate SIP® Certified Sustainable vineyards in five sub-districts in the region. First class hospitality service is offered by way of unique, memorable experiences with wine, food and music at their core. The vineyards & winery are owned and managed by two Swiss families who have been farming winegrapes in Paso Robles for more than 20 years.

Known primarily for their Cabernet Sauvignon and Petite Sirah, the Vina Robles lineup includes small lots of a wide range of varieties and creative blends. While adhering to traditional winemaking methods, veteran winemaker Kevin Willenborg implements modern technologies to make his estate wines with minimal intervention.

Submitted By:

Vina Robles Vineyards & Winery

Email:

jobs@vinarobles.com

Founded in 1998 by Matt and Maureen Trevisan, Linne Calodo produces wines driven by four factors: vineyard location, uncompromising viticultural practices, minimalist winemaking and the desire to learn from experience. Focusing mostly on estate fruit we are a small team with no distinct lines between the vineyard, cellar, warehouse and tasting room. Right now we are hunting for a part time Wine Educator for our tasting room. The position will begin as part time on Saturday and Sunday, but there is plenty of potential to pick up hours during harvest.

An ideal candidate will be positive, upbeat with a friendly disposition, and have a passion for wine. Knowledge about wine and Paso Robles is preferred but not mandatory. Experience in tasting rooms is also a plus, however restaurant experience can be equally valuable. Excellent customer service is an essential part of this position, as we strive to provide a personal, friendly and memorable experience to each guest. Weekends can be very fast paced, so knowing how to be efficient and focused while still appearing graceful and offering an elevated experience is key.

The person that fills this position may also have the opportunity to get their hands dirty during harvest. Our harvest team sometimes needs an extra pair of hands to help with processing fruit and general cleaning. Hours will be based on mother nature. This is an excellent opportunity to learn about all aspects of a working winery.

Position:

Wine Educator, Tasting Room Attendant

Weekends, 9:30 - 5:30 pm (sometimes later) and special events.

Must be 21 years or older

Professional appearance and demeanor

Ability to regularly lift up to 50lbs and stand for long periods of time

Positive attitude with the ability to communicate well with guests and
co-workers

Competitive pay

Please send a resume and cover letter if interested.

Submitted By:

Linne Calodo

Email:

chris@linnecalodo.com

Phone:

805-227-0797

Summary: Opolo Vineyards is currently seeking Part-time Wine Educator. We are looking for enthusiastic individuals with a passion for wine and the ability to create extraordinary guest experiences. Wine knowledge is preferred, however initiative and a strong motivation to learn can work as well. If you are a team player, excel in a fast pace environment and love to share your passion and sell wine, we would love to meet you. Come spend your work day alongside the vineyard and enjoy generous employee perks. Potential full-time opportunity for the right individual.

Please note: Weekends and holidays are required.

To be successful in the role, the best-fit candidate must have the following skills, leadership attributes:

Essential Functions:
• Represents Opolo in a positive and professional manner, delivers a warm and friendly greeting and exudes passion in the presentation of the wines and the story.
• Delivers effective sales strategies that result in the sale of wines and wine club memberships while keeping with our service and hospitality standards.
• Able to provide guests with an outstanding and unique experience.
• Conducts educational tours, hosts bar tastings as well as table side tastings.
• Develops relationships with guests to stimulate repeat visits and future sales.
• Educates our guests about Opolo’s story and wines and assist consumers with their purchases.
• Presents wine club membership benefits and responsibilities in the promotion to, acquisition of, and retention of Opolo Wine Club members.
• Maintains a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers.
• Follows opening and closing checklist to ensure all tasks are completed daily.
• Operates cash registers and credit card terminals accurately and efficiently.
• Stocks merchandise and supplies as needed.
• Perform cleaning duties, such as sweeping and mopping floors, cleaning/buffing stemware, tidying up service area, taking out trash, checking on/cleaning bathrooms.
• Assists with special events, special wine tastings, and VIP luncheons/dinners.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related tasks as needed.
• Other assignments as needed.

Working Conditions:
• Regular working schedule to include all weekends and holidays.
• Long and irregular hours during peak seasons and/or special events.
• Moderate to heavy physical work (moving wine cases/retail supplies, setting up for special events).
• Standing for long periods of time (8 hours per day)
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds repeatedly (case of wine).

Requirements:
• Must be 21 or older
• Excellent customer service skills
• Works well within team dynamics.
• Ability to multi-task and to work on assigned responsibilities with limited supervision.
• Accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks.

Submitted By:

Opolo Vineyards

Location:

Opolo Vineyards

Email:

sandym@opolo.com

Phone:

8052389593

Job Title: Tasting Room Support

Summary: Opolo Vineyards is looking for a part-time Tasting Room Support to assist Hospitality and Administrative staff to ensure daily operational tasks are executed. This individual will play an important role within a strong team environment and is essential to ensure Opolo provides excellence in customer satisfaction. Potential full-time opportunity for the right individual.

To be successful in the role, the best-fit candidate must have the following skills and leadership attributes:

Essential Functions:
• Ensure stemware is cleaned and buffed throughout the day.
• Maintain stock levels throughout the day in the Tasting Room -Wine, bags, boxes, glasses, deli items, etc.
• Transport case(s) of wine to customer’s vehicle after purchase.
• Ensure all supplies are stocked in cellar / Conduct weekly supply inventory.
• Transport supplies from storage area to cellar as needed / Maintain appropriate stock levels in the cellar.
• Set up, break down, and maintenance during events.
• Follow opening and closing checklist to ensure all tasks are completed daily.
• Ensure patio area is clean and ready for business.
• Ensure patio area is stocked with firewood for pizza oven.
• Bus and clean tables as guests finish their meals.
• Perform cleaning duties, such as sweeping and mopping floors, tidying up service area, taking out trash, checking on/cleaning bathrooms.
• Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related tasks as needed.
• Other assignments as needed.

Working Conditions:
• Regular working schedule to include all weekends and holidays.
• Long and irregular hours during peak seasons and/or special events.
• Moderate to heavy physical work (moving wine cases and retail supplies, setting up for special events).
• Standing for long periods of time (8 hours per day)
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds repeatedly (case of wine).

Requirements:
• Strong sense of urgency to ensure tasks are completed in a timely manner.
• Works well within team dynamics.
• Ability to multi-task and to work on assigned responsibilities with limited supervision.
• Accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks

Submitted By:

Opolo Vineyards

Location:

Opolo Vineyards

Email:

sandym@opolo.com

Phone:

8052389593

Come work and experience CASS Cafe, Catering Dept., & soon to open B&B. Work in our new venue's 1900 sq ft kitchen! Looking for an experienced Line/Catering Cook to work Part-Time (could lead into FULL-TIME and advancement opportunities) in both our Cafe and Catering Departments. $13-$15 hour DOE.
We are a boutique winery and vineyard located on the east side of Paso Robles. Our tasting room also includes a cafe which offers a full menu of food and wine pairings daily 11am-5pm. We have an Event and Catering department which caters to a variety of occasions; weddings, wine club parties, private parties, etc., and a soon to open Bed & Breakfast. Our winery is family owned and operated and GROWING fast. We’re looking for individuals with a strong background in service and hospitality with a focus on exceeding customer expectations.
Job Requirements:- Flexible Schedule/Availability- Weekend availability is a must- 21+ preferred- 2+ years foodservice preferred (But willing to train the right candidate.)- Current Food Handler Card- Positive, fun attitude- Professional- Ability to lift 50lbs- Able to stand, walk for extended periods of time.
To be considered for this position, please include the following in an email:• Job Title (for the position you are applying)• Cover Letter• Resume• 2-3 References

Job Type: Part-time

Salary: $13.00 to $15.00 /hour

Submitted By:

Cass Winery

Location:

Paso Robles

Email:

gillian@casswines.com

Phone:

8052391730

Re:Find Distillery & Villicana Winery is looking to add a new member to our dynamic team. We are a boutique winery and distillery dedicated to offering our guests a personalized educational tasting experience. Creating an inviting, authentic, and educational environment that is dedicated to excellent customer service is our priority.

Days Hiring for: Thursday, Friday, Saturday, & Sunday

MUST:
Be 21 years of age
Be able to work both Saturday & Sunday
Must be available to work holiday weekends, and events
Be able to lift 50 pounds
Be able to stand on concrete for extended periods of time
Be willing to do cleaning tasks
Have reliable transportation
Positive contributor to a collaborative team
Ability to effectively communicate with groups large and small
Excellent customer service skills

LOOKING FOR:
Friendly
Hospitality Oriented
Knowledgeable about Paso Robles
Have a passion for wine, spirits, and food
Team oriented personality
Professional
Punctual

Submitted By:

RE:FIND Distillery

Location:

2725 Adelaida Road

Email:

monica@villicanawinery.com

Paso Robles West Side tasting room space available for lease. Located on Willow Creek Road off of Vineyard Drive. Contact

Submitted By:

Volatus

Location:

West Side, Willow Creek Road off Vineyard Drive

Email:

volatus@volatus.wine

Epoch Estate Wines is seeking an extraordinary individual to join our sales team on a full-time basis as our Entourage Relations Support.

Epoch produces ultra-premium wines from Rhône, Tempranillo and Zinfandel varieties grown on our estate vineyards on the west-side of Paso Robles. We are dedicated to making wines that are truly fun, and most importantly, delicious expressions of the fascinating soils form which they hail. And for our members and Tasting Room guests, we strive to make the experience of pouring these wines into the glass one that guests will never forget.

Entourage Relations Support (ERS) is a unique role at Epoch in that this person would work-with all Direct-to-Consumer sales channels, mainly assisting with the allocation releases but also interacting with guests on the floor in the tasting room. This position really bridges the online and in-person touch points for our Entourage members. Our ideal candidate is detail-oriented, as this position involves frequent work in our member database and online store, but also thrives in social settings, since member interaction is crucial to this role. ERS would report daily to our Allocation Manager or Tasting Room Manager but would also work closely with our Event Coordinator (for pick up parties and member events), Sales & Marketing Manager, and Vice President of Sales.

If you are personable, reliable, hard-working, professional, organized, work well on a team, have a keen eye and attitude for details, and above all else, enjoy interacting with others, we are interested in hearing from you!

Full-time position to include Saturdays as well as some holidays and events. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office suite, especially Outlook and Excel.

If you think you’d be a good fit, please send your brief cover letter and resume to Christina Benson at christina@epochwines.com. We look forward to hearing from you!

All inquiries confidential. Full benefits and 401k available. You must be at least 21 years old and capable of lifting 50 pounds. Above market pay.

Submitted By:

Epoch Estate Wines

Location:

Epoch Estate Wines

Email:

christina@epochwines.com

Phone:

8052377575

Pear Valley is a fun family run estate vineyard in Paso Robles. We are looking for a good fit for our new tasting room attendant who is willing to work hard and provide excellent customer service.

• Must be 21 years or older
• Must be available to work weekends and holidays
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to regularly lift up to 40 lbs. and stand for long periods of time
Please email your resume to trmanager@pearvalley.com.

Submitted By:

Pear Valley Vineyard & Winery

Location:

Pear Valley Vineyard

Email:

trmanager@pearvalley.com

Phone:

805-237-2861

JOB PROFILE (a summary of key responsibilities and subjective attributes):

Responsible for the overall training, operation and service levels of the Front Office, Reservation, Concierge, Bell/Valet staff. Also responsible for assisting with hiring, training, supervising, motivating, developing, and counseling of all staff in areas of responsibility Act as Manager on Duty in the absence of Departmental Head. Resolve guest concerns by responding in a professional, efficient and timely manner.

STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS:

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves, other employees or guests.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Essential:

1) 3-5 years Front Desk experience in a four/five-diamond or luxury boutique environment.
2) Complete understanding of both Front of House and Back of House operations within the Rooms Division within the luxury market.
3) Ability to communicate in English with guests/visitors, management, and co-workers clearly and to their understanding.
4) Ability to provide clear and concise written communication.
5) Creative thinker with the ability to initiate programs on own.
6) Experience with PMS Systems and computer programs Excel and Word.

Desirable:

1) College graduate.
2) Knowledge of our Property Management System (roomMaster).
3) Experience in a Spa Management system.
4) Multi-lingual.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor.

Essential:

1) Ability to further develop, implement and enforce hotel standards, policies, and procedures with Front Desk and Reservation staff.
2) Ability to lead by example, presenting a professional expectation of his/her direct reports through setting a clear example of professionalism in physical presentation, demeanor and attitude.
3) Ability to motivate staff and maintain a cohesive team.
4) Ability to focus attention to detail and cultivate that in others.
5) Ability to maintain calm and resolve problems in a busy environment.
6) Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality of all guests and pertinent hotel information.
7) Ability to work without direct supervision and think freely to develop own ideas.
8) Ability to work cohesively with other individuals and departments as part of a team.
9) Ability to hire, train, nurture, and develop staff.
10) Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
11) Ability to prioritize work tasks and delegate as needed.

Primary Job Function:
1) Complete all Employee Action Forms (EAF) completely and on a timely basis.
2) Update all position job descriptions as needed.
3) Interview, hire, and train new employees to established service levels incorporating an understanding of company culture and behavioral expectations.
4) Evaluate the staffing requirements and prepare work schedules on a weekly basis, adhering to daily arrival and departure patterns, group activities, and budgetary guidelines.
5) Document any late or absent employees using guidelines established in the Employee Handbook. Maintain accurate and up to date employee records.
6) Schedule, assign, and monitor staff breaks.
7) Communicate incoming VIP’s and strategize service enhancement programs.
8) Communicate anticipated business demands daily with each employee (arrivals/departures, guest requests, guest follow-ups needed).
9) Ensure staff’s knowledge of in-house group activities and hotel services/special event programs.
10) Prepare and communicate assignments to staff. Assign additional tasks as they arise.
11) Respond to incoming calls within three (3) rings, using correct salutation and telephone etiquette. Provide correct phone etiquette for calls on hold using established service guidelines.
12) Be fully versed (and ensure same of staff) of hotel emergency response procedures.
13) Lead in the development of Guest Service/Front Office standards and training manuals, ensuring all staff is consistently following service standards and behavioral standards as established in the Employee Handbook and departmental training manual.
14) Maintain confidentiality of all guest information.
15) Ensure guest history and guest profile accounts are kept current.
16) Maintain proper room inventory and room assignments.
17) Provide hands on assistance to Front Office and Reservation staff whenever necessary to enable the performing of all job functions to guest satisfaction and established standards.
18) Conduct an in depth and thorough formal training program lasting no less than two weeks for new hires. Training must cover department procedural and behavioral standards, include in depth & hands on experience on programs offered and formal testing of knowledge as well as cross training in related departments. (To be developed)
19) Conduct on going training with existing staff.
20) Establish and update written training manual.
21) Update established SOP manual as procedures are enhanced.
22) Chair monthly departmental meetings for Front Desk, Reservations and Night Audit.
23) Attend designated meetings (Events meeting, Yield meeting, Department Head meeting).
24) Lead Daily Shift Briefing meeting. (TBD)
25) Provide system for daily communication of events, issues, and topics with staff.
26) Anticipate and accommodate all guest requests accurately and in a timely manner.
27) Work closely with other departments to effectively accommodate guest’s special requests and amenities.
28) Work closely with group contact to ensure all group specific needs and deliveries are met in a courteous and timely manner.
29) Work closely with Accounting to resolve all credit issues and ensure proper training of staff on established accounting procedures (i.e. establishing credit, posting procedures, high balance report, bucket check, allowance approvals).
30) Handle guest complaints/disputes to ensure optimal guest satisfaction.
31) Establish and maintain an efficient and guest friendly arrival process from Front Drive to Front Desk to Resort/Room orientation.
32) Establish and maintain a positive work environment with high employee morale showing empathy and respect to employees and guests.
33) Monitor and maintain cleanliness and working condition of departmental equipment.
34) Monitor and maintain cleanliness of Hotel Lobby and Front Drive.
35) Prepare work orders for maintenance repairs and distribute to Engineering.
36) Maintain supply levels and follow established guidelines for purchase order requisitions.
37) Manage expenditures based on established departmental budgeted figures.
38) Prepare, update and submit daily/weekly payroll records.
39) Conduct performance appraisals of designated staff at 90 days and annually

Submitted By:

Allegretto Vineyard Resort by Ayres

Location:

Allegretto Vineyard Resort

Email:

kpieschek@allegrettoresort.com

Phone:

805-369-2500

For Sale (through expressions of interest)
200 ton Trane Glycol Chiller (Model RTAC)
480v 60Hz
Purchased new Nov, 2013 and meticulously maintained.
Fitted to a flatbed trailer, easy to transport.
Photos and equipment specs available on request.
Stored locally in Paso Robles.
Interested enquiries to ap@brokenearthwinery.com

Submitted By:

Broken Earth Winery

Location:

Paso Robles

Email:

ap@brokenearthwinery.com

Phone:

8052392562

550 Gallon Trans-Store Portable wine tanks available for short or long term rental. Square stainless steel tanks with clean out doors and fittings for cooling/heating.

Submitted By:

Lake Vineyard & Fossil Creek Vineyard

Email:

mwdusi@krushwerks.com

Phone:

805-431-4801

Hope Family Wines is excited to announce that we are hiring for our Austin Hope & Treana Tasting Cellar! HFW is a heritage brand of Paso Robles, family owned and operated.

What we are looking for in a candidate:
Enthusiasm for sharing World Class wines,
Passion for providing exceptional customer service,
High energy and the ability to thrive in a busy environment
Part Time or Full Time Availability
Able to work weekends
Ability to lift up to 50lbs and stand for long periods of time
Eagerness to learn, enthusiasm to host, and an endlessly positive attitude
Collaborative work style
What sets you apart:
Previous hospitality experience
General wine knowledge or Sales experience
What we offer you:
Fun, Collaborative Team Environment
The ability to share world class wine
Extremely Competitive compensation package
Professional growth opportunities
A respectful, fun, culture to thrive

To be considered, email your resume to Jo@hfwines.com We look forward to meeting you!

Submitted By:

Austin Hope & Treana Tasting Cellar

Location:

1585 Live Oak Rd.

Email:

Jo@hfwines.com

Phone:

8052384112

Firestone Walker Brewing Company began as a small brewery with roots in the wine country on California’s Central Coast. Now a regional craft brewery, our singular purpose remains – to craft the world’s best beers. Passionately in pursuit of the perfect beer… and never satisfied.

Job Summary:
The Firestone Walker Taproom Restaurant in Paso Robles, CA is seeking a customer service oriented and enthusiastic part-time Busser to join our team. The function of the Busser is to support the servers to ensure a smooth and well attended experience for each guest in the restaurant. We are looking for someone that has a “can do” attitude and enjoys working with others.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:
• Immediately deliver bread and water to guests at their table as soon as they are seated
• Continuously check back on guests for refills; refill drinks as needed
• Stay in communication with the assigned Server and relay all guest needs to the server
• Clear main plates once all guests are finished; clear side plates to make room or to tidy the table without disturbing the guests as needed
• Clean and reset tables for the next customers; communicate to the host which tables are available
• Work as a team with other staff to ensure a smooth and successful working environment
• Ensure each guest is treated with the best possible customer service
• Immediately report any guest concerns to the manager
• Complete all necessary side work for each shift as determined by your manger

Required Qualifications:
• Must be at least 18 years of age or able to provide work permit if under 18
• Strong customer service skills and friendly personality
• Ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment
• Ability to remain calm under pressure
• Must be able to communicate clearly and professionally with managers, kitchen and dining room personnel at all times
• Ability to be a strong team player and get along well with co-workers
• Be physically able to lift, reach, bend, stoop, use hands to finger, handle, or feel and lift up to 40 pounds regularly
• Must be available to work weekends
• Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time.

Firestone Walker is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please apply here: https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=3668&clientkey=ABFB006B3220E9B2865C92866DD1E539

Location:

Paso Robles

Email:

dgreen@firestonebeer.com

Firestone Walker Brewing Company began as a small brewery with roots in the wine country on California’s Central Coast. Now a regional craft brewery, our singular purpose remains – to craft the world’s best beers. Passionately in pursuit of the perfect beer… and never satisfied.

Job Summary:
The Firestone Walker Taproom Restaurant in Paso Robles, CA is seeking a customer service oriented and enthusiastic part-time Runner to join our team. The right candidate has a “can do” attitude and enjoys working with people. The function of the Runner is to support the servers and kitchen to ensure efficient flow of orders and food deliveries by checking all food orders before they go out to the customers and ensuring guests are served their food in a timely fashion.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:
• Liaise between the kitchen and the dining room for all orders
• Check all outgoing food from the kitchen to make sure its presented properly, cooked properly, plates are correct temperature,
• Coordinate with waiters and the kitchen to properly time delivery of food to each table
• Advise all servers and managers when the kitchen informs you of any dishes that are no longer available
• Record ticket times and notify management if tickets are running long
• Stay in communication with the assigned Server and relay all guest needs to the server
• Work as a team with other staff to ensure a smooth and successful working environment
• Ensure each guest is treated with the best possible customer service
• Immediately report any guest concerns to the manager
• Complete all necessary side work for each shift as determined by your manger

Required Qualifications:
• Must be at least 18 years of age or able to provide work permit
• Strong customer service skills and friendly personality
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to remain calm under pressure
• Must be able to communicate clearly and professionally with managers, kitchen and dining room personnel at all times
• Ability to be a strong team player and get along well with co-workers
• Be physically able to lift, reach, bend, stoop, use hands to finger, handle, or feel and lift up to 40 pounds regularly
• Available to work on the weekends
• Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time.

Firestone Walker is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please apply here: https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=3678&clientkey=ABFB006B3220E9B2865C92866DD1E539

Location:

Paso Robles

Email:

dgreen@firestonebeer.com

Firestone Walker Brewing Company began as a small brewery with roots in the wine country on California’s Central Coast. Now a regional craft brewery, our singular purpose remains – to craft the world’s best beers. Passionately in pursuit of the perfect beer… and never satisfied.

Job Summary:
The Firestone Walker Taproom Restaurant in Paso Robles, CA is seeking a customer service oriented, positive, and friendly part-time Host to join our team. The restaurant host is the first employee to interact with arriving guests as they enter the restaurant. It is the job of the host to greet arriving guests, welcome them into the establishment and seat them. The guests receive their first impression of the service of the restaurant by their exchange with the host. Candidates must be available to work Friday nights and all day Saturday and Sunday.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:
• Keep the host stand or reception area clean and organized at all times. Your first duty when get to work is making sure that it is organized and ready for operation.
• Answer the phone and take down reservations or direct calls to the appropriate person; listen to voicemails to ensure you have all reservations
• Check with manager on duty to assure you are aware of all large or private parties
• Check with kitchen to see where they stand; see if they are behind or if they are out of anything
• Plan out the seating chart and organize the reservations
• Greets guests, escort them to their table, pull seats out for the ladies, and present menus
• Make sure the server is aware they have been sat
• Keep the customer counts for individual servers so things come out fair at the end of the night
• Keep in constant contact with the servers and the kitchen to make sure you are not putting them behind
• Keep an eye out that the dining room, entryway, bathrooms, and menus are kept clean throughout operations
• Say good-bye to all of the guests; check to see that everything was wonderful, if not immediately notify the manager of any issues
• Ensure each guest is treated with the best possible customer service
• Immediately report any guest concerns to the manager
• Complete all necessary side work for each shift as determined by your manger

Required Qualifications:
• Must be at least 18 years of age or able to provide work permit if under 18
• Strong customer service skills and friendly personality
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment while being extremely organized
• Ability to remain calm under pressure or when dealing with disgruntled customers
• Must be able to communicate clearly and professionally with customers, managers, kitchen and dining room personnel at all times
• Ability to be a strong team player and get along well with co-workers
• Be physically able to lift, reach, bend, stoop, use hands to finger, handle, or feel and lift up to 40 pounds regularly
• Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time
• Availability to work on Friday night and all day Saturday and Sunday

Firestone Walker is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please apply here: https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=3672&clientkey=ABFB006B3220E9B2865C92866DD1E539

Location:

Paso Robles

Email:

dgreen@firestonebeer.com

Three years in 40% new American Oak barrels, 1,100 gallons

Submitted By:

Barr Estate Winery

Location:

Geneseo District

Email:

greg@barrestatewines.com

Phone:

8052865835

Four years in 70% new American Oak barrels, 1200 gallons

Submitted By:

Barr Estate Winery

Location:

Geneseo District

Email:

greg@barrestatewines.com

Phone:

8052865835

We are looking for a full time tasting room associate to join our Herman Story Crew. The role is for someone who provides excellent customer service, is a hard worker, has strong people skills, and knows their way around cleaning a toilet. We have a fun and energetic staff and we want to find someone to mesh with our family.
Expectations:
• Provide a high quality and memorable experience to customers
• Be passionate for the job you’re doing
• Sell boatloads of wine
Benefits:
• Medical benefits paid for entirely by the company
• 401k
• Lunch provided everyday by the company
• Large wine allowance
• Good times
Requirements:
• 21+ years old
• Must work weekends
• Must be able to lift 50lbs

Please email us your resume if you're interested!

Submitted By:

Herman Story Wines

Location:

Herman Story Wines

Email:

mollie@hermanstorywines.com

Phone:

8052372400

Rava Wines is seeking talented and friendly individuals to serve our premium sparkling and still wines in our beautiful Paso Robles Tasting Room.
Working closely with the tasting room staff, you will greet guests, present our wines, procure wine sales and club memberships, maintain cleanliness of tasting room and surroundings, and provide event support as needed. Some wine and sales experience preferred but will train the right candidates.

Must be 21 years of age, able to lift 45 lbs, stand for long periods of time, work well with our team and independently, and MUST be available weekends and some evenings.

Part-time positions available. Competitive hourly rate (DOE).

Please email your resume and cover letter to Mandy at Mandy@ravawines.com

Location:

Rava Wines 6785 Creston Rd. Paso Robles, Ca. 93446

Email:

Mandy@ravawines.com

Phone:

805-238-7282

Vina Robles Vineyards and Winery is seeking an experienced Administrative Assistant to join their team.

GENERAL
• Work location: 1200 Priska Drive, Paso Robles, CA
• Part -time position, non-exempt status

JOB DESCRIPTION

1. ACCOUNTING
• Assisting with Accounts Payable processing
• Requesting and maintaining W-9’s
• Completing distributor invoicing
• Monitoring accounts receivable and follow up
• Creating and maintaining accounting files
• Preparing bank reconciliations

2. ADMINISTRATION
• Sorting company mail and distributing to multiple locations
• Ordering and maintaining office and kitchen supplies for the Winery
• Filling Hospitality Center office supply requests
• Providing support on special projects as assigned

REQUIREMENTS
• Previous experience in bookkeeping and administrative support
• Strong computer skills including QuickBooks, Microsoft Office
• Efficient and detail oriented with exceptional organization and communication skills
• Flexibility in a dynamic work environment

Please send resume and cover letter to:

Vina Robles Winery or e-mail to: jobs@vinarobles.com
Attn. Human Resources
1200 Priska Drive
Paso Robles, CA 93446 No phone calls.

ABOUT VINA ROBLES

Growers and makers of expressive, approachable estate wines from Paso Robles, California, Vina Robles owns and farms six estate SIP® Certified Sustainable vineyards in five sub-districts in the region. First class hospitality service is offered by way of unique, memorable experiences with wine, food and music at their core. The vineyards & winery are owned and managed by two Swiss families who have been farming winegrapes in Paso Robles for more than 20 years.

Known primarily for their Cabernet Sauvignon and Petite Sirah, the Vina Robles lineup includes small lots of a wide range of varieties and creative blends. While adhering to traditional winemaking methods, veteran winemaker Kevin Willenborg implements modern technologies to make his estate wines with minimal intervention.

Submitted By:

Vina Robles Vineyards & Winery

Location:

Paso Robles

Email:

jobs@vinarobles.com

FABLEIST WINE COMPANY
Seeking Cellar Workers/Interns - Full Time/Part Time

The Fableist Wine Company is a growing winery located in Templeton, Ca. We are looking for positive, experienced, self-motivated part-time and full-time cellar workers/interns for the 2019 harvest.

DUTIES:
Completes work assignments and work orders in a timely manner
Safe and proper operation of all equipment
Cleaning and sanitation of assorted equipment, barrels, and tanks
Reception and processing of red and white grapes
Pump overs and punch downs of fermenting grapes
Transfer and racking of juice/must
Pressing of fruit to barrel and tanks
Monitoring and recording of fermentation progress.
Any other duties assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:
21 years of age
Has a high school diploma or GED
Previous cellar/harvest experience is a must
Be able to work long hours including weekends
Must be able to lift 50lbs

Compensation: hourly, dependent on experience

Contact: Please send resume via email to james@fableistwine.com

Submitted By:

The Fableist Wine Co.

Location:

Templeton, CA

Email:

james@fableistwine.com

Volatus, owned and operated by a former Navy fighter pilot is seeking enthusiastic tasting room attendants to support our tasting room and events. We have a passion for making wine and love sharing our knowledge with those wanting to learn more. During your training with us you will learn the process and history of our winemaking so you can share this with our clients, giving them a unique experience and connection to our family winery.
We’re looking for friendly personalities who are military friendly, to help us sell wine, with wine club sign ups and assist with general tasting room operations. You must enjoy interacting with guests and appreciate wine, possess basic computer skills, the ability to stand for long periods of time and to lift a case of wine throughout the course of a day and do basic cleaning tasks. Shifts will include Saturdays and Sundays with some alternate hour shifts for events. We have a base pay start-up which we will discuss at the interview, and we will pay for your experience as well as longevity with the company. Additionally, we have wine club sign up incentives and additional bonuses like industry perks and winery barrel tours for educational purposes. If you are also interested in working harvest during the week with the wine maker we have that option available as well.
Must be 21 to apply.
Please email your resumé to Victoria Schmitt at the email below. You can also text me to set up an interview!

Submitted By:

Volatus

Location:

3770 Willow Creek Road

Email:

volatus@volatus.wine

Phone:

805-550-4274

McPrice Myers is looking for a dedicated, passionate, wine enthusiast interested in helping out for the upcoming 2019 harvest. This is a production-centric position with heavy emphasis on cleaning, sanitization and the processing of fruit. Ideal candidates will have a thirst for wine knowledge and the ability to stay calm and focused under a slew of multitasking conditions. Candidates with previous production experience are appreciated, but not entirely necessary; willing to train the right personality. This is a harvest position with the potential for full time cellar/tasting room employment to follow.

Responsibilities Include: Pumpovers and punchdowns, Brix and temperature readings, yeast inoculations and additions, crush equipment setup and cleanup, tank draining and shoveling, barrel cleaning, pump and tank sanitization, pressure washing and foot-stomping grapes.

Job Description Details:
• Able to withstand long, task filled days. Typical workdays are from 7:30 am-job completion (10-12 hours)
• Flexible and available seven days a week for the duration of harvest
• Able to perform quality work efficiently with minimal supervision
• Flexible and responsive to last minute requests
• Ability to take direction and work well with a team and maintain a positive attitude

Qualifications:
• Ability to drag hoses and pumps, perform fermentation punchdowns and be on feet most of the day
• Forklift experience a plus but not required
• Positive attitude with excellent communication skills
• Sensory evaluative of fermentations

Compensation DOE

Send resume and cover letter to:
Adrian Perez
adrian@mcpricemyers.com

No calls, please

Submitted By:

McPrice Myers

Email:

adrian@mcpricemyers.com

13 acres of woven, green, netting and 3 point applicator. Used one season and in excellent condition. Covers one row at a time. $7,000.

Submitted By:

Villa Creek Cellars

Email:

cc@villacreek.com

Phone:

8055500182

Vina Robles Vineyards and Winery is seeking a knowledgeable Signature Club Manager to continue developing and managing our Signature Wine Club program.

GENERAL
• Work location: 3700 Mill Road, Paso Robles, CA
• Full-time position, exempt status
• Must be able to work irregular hours during special events, weekends and holidays
• The Signature Club Manager reports to the Director of Hospitality

JOB DESCRIPTION

1. PLANNING
• Developing club program concepts, promotional programs, and marketing plans with the Director of Hospitality and Director of Marketing
• Preparing annual plans and budgets for club shipments and club activities with the Director of Hospitality

2. MARKETING
• Increasing club membership and customer retention based on annual planning
• Communicating with club members, collecting and analyzing member feedback, problem-solving
• Working with the Director of Hospitality and Director of Marketing on the "Signature Club Insider" newsletter, e-blasts, club event flyers, and other promotional materials
• Planning and participating in club and direct to consumer events in cooperation with the Director of Hospitality and Event Coordinator
• Conducting off-site consumer events in southern and northern California

3. CUSTOMER SERVICE AND SALES
• Supporting and training Hospitality Center Hosts in sales of club memberships
• Developing and tracking results of incentive programs to increase memberships
• Creating sales and online promotions with the Director of Hospitality and Director of Marketing
• Contacting customers directly to sell limited quantity wines and library selections
• Managing the Wine Club Lounge
• Greeting and checking in Wine Club members at Amphitheatre Pre-shows during concert season

4. SHIPPING AND ADMINISTRATIVE
• Processing orders using Vin65 and Ship Compliant in compliance with all Federal and state regulations
• Organizing and supervising timely and accurate wine club shipments, re-orders, online, phone, and marketing orders
• Supervising Wine Club administration; ensure database is current and accurate
• Verifying invoicing and accounting for all club activities and analyzing costs
• Monitoring and controlling inventory for Hospitality Center in cooperation with the Tasting Room Manager

REQUIREMENTS
• Minimum of four (4) years’ experience in wine club sales or similar position
• Excellent marketing skills with proven track record in hospitality sales and customer satisfaction
• Passion for ultra-premium wines, good knowledge of California and Paso Robles wines
• Must be a team player who can consistently maintain a positive and professional attitude under pressure
• Efficient and detail oriented with exceptional organizational skills
• Strong problem-solving capabilities, ability to multitask and meet deadlines in fast paced environment
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Experience with Vin65 and Ship Compliant a plus
• Current Food Handlers Certification
• Must be at least 21 years of age, ability to lift 50 lbs.

In addition to competitive compensation we offer:
100% paid health, dental, and vision for employee - FSA plan - Paid time off for vacation, sick, and 11 paid Holidays - 401K plan with employer match up to 4% - Vina Robles Amphitheatre ticket allowance - continuing education assistance and more!

Please send resume and cover letter to: Vina Robles Vineyards & Winery
Attn. Human Resources
1200 Priska Drive
Paso Robles, CA 93447

or by e-mail in PDF format only to: jobs@vinarobles.com
no phone calls

ABOUT VINA ROBLES

Growers and makers of expressive, approachable estate wines from Paso Robles, California, Vina Robles owns and farms six estate SIP® Certified Sustainable vineyards in five sub-districts in the region. First class hospitality service is offered by way of unique, memorable experiences with wine, food and music at their core. The vineyards & winery are owned and managed by two Swiss families who have been farming winegrapes in Paso Robles for more than 20 years.

Known primarily for their Cabernet Sauvignon and Petite Sirah, the Vina Robles lineup includes small lots of a wide range of varieties and creative blends. While adhering to traditional winemaking methods, veteran winemaker Kevin Willenborg implements modern technologies to make his estate wines with minimal intervention.

Submitted By:

Vina Robles Vineyards & Winery

Location:

Paso Robles, CA

Email:

jobs@vinarobles.com

Castoro Cellars busy Tasting Room is adding a new position! We are searching for a friendly host to welcome our guests, provide excellent information, guide them to their tasting area or event, and ensure customer comfort. This is primarily a weekend position, with potential for additional hours. 21+ preferred, but not required. Must be able to lift 40lbs.

Submitted By:

Castoro Cellars

Location:

Castoro Cellars

Email:

bobbi@castorocellars.com

Phone:

805-238-0725

Le Cuvier Winery is seeking a harvest production assistant for the 2019 harvest. Our goal is to provide the candidate with an overview and full experience of all aspects of a typical year’s harvest, including but not limited to:

Preparing winery and equipment sanitation and set up for harvest
Sampling and analyzing grapes in determining harvest dates
Weighing, recording, and processing grapes received
Documenting wine lot operations
Fermentation management
Barreling down and juice management
Assisting in all aspects of harvest winemaking

The production assistant will need to have a mechanical understanding and ability to work long hours in various climatic settings. Must be able to lift 40 lbs. Three months full time +plus seasonal work guaranteed. Job start date will begin roughly late-August to early-September and end roughly late-November to early-December. Forklift experience is desired.

Submitted By:

Le Cuvier Winery

Location:

3333 Vine Hill Lane, Paso Robles, CA 93446

Email:

clay@lcwine.com

Phone:

805-238-5706 ext 6

Fableist Wine Company is looking for an enthusiastic, dedicated candidate with hospitality and/or sales experience to join our team as a Tasting Room Attendant in our Paso Robles Tasting Room. Tasting Room Attendant is responsible for effectively promoting the sale of wine, and acquiring new wine club members on a daily basis. Leading candidates will consistently demonstrate outstanding sales ability and customer service skills executed with poise and tact. All efforts are focused on attaining monthly sales and acquisition goals while providing meaningful encounters for our guests, and team.

DUTIES:
Greets all visitors to the Tasting Room, pours wines for tasting, discusses wine and responds to customer questions as appropriate.

Provides a friendly atmosphere and outstanding customer service ensuring that every visitor enjoys their wine tasting experience and leaves with a very high impression of our wines.

Effectively promotes and sells Fableist Wine Company wine as well as Wine Club membership to customers.

Operates WineDirect POS and handle routine purchasing transactions, including operating cash register, accounting of daily sales, and processing returns and discounts.

Opening and closing responsibilities.
General housekeeping including, but not limited to; sweeping, mopping, washing/polishing glassware for Tasting Room & window washing.
Works with the shipping department, facilitates shipping of wine to customers and meets all compliance and regulatory requirements of wine shipments.
Participates and assists with special hospitality events that occur at the winery and off-site.
Is knowledgeable about wines not required, but appreciated.
Inform clients of winery history, appellations and unique aspects of wines, while taking the initiative for self-development in the areas of our wines, our brands, general hospitality, and for acquiring effective sales techniques.
Work on additional projects and perform other duties as assigned by management.

QUALIFICATIONS:
21 years of age
Has a high school diploma or GED.
Possesses professional appearance and demeanor.
Must be able to work weekdays & weekends with a flexible schedule.
Prior sales experience a plus
Consistently demonstrates outstanding customer service skills, poise and tact while working with the public with a proven ability to effectively and appropriately communicate with a diverse client group.
Is flexible, can manage constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.
Ability to be able to lift up and move 50 lbs frequently and repeatedly.
Prior POS & cash drawer experience.
Strong computer proficiency and data entry experience, basic to intermediate knowledge of Word and Excel preferred.
Highly organized and able to work in an unsupervised environment.
Able to stand, walk, bend for extended periods of time.
Ability to effectively stock wine, set-up and break down procedures, equipment, etc., and be able to utilize dolly cart and assist in moving heavy objects.
Possesses or can develop a solid knowledge of wines and winemaking processes.
Ability to understand and accurately follow written and verbal instructions

Compensation: hourly, dependent on experience

Contact: Please send resume via email to nikkie@fableistwine.com

Submitted By:

The Fableist Wine Co.

Location:

Paso Robles/Templeton

Email:

nikkie@fableistwine.com

Hello! We are a small family-owned and operated winery looking for a harvest intern for the 2019 vintage. Duties include everything from vineyard sampling, grape sorting, crushing, racking, lots of cleaning and more! Since we are small, our intern will get to be involved in every aspect of making wine! Looking for a self-motivated individual, who wants to expand their knowledge of the wine industry while working hard and having fun! Please email us your resume and a cover letter if you're interested. Thanks!

Email:

vailia@hermanstorywines.com

Rava Wines is expanding and in search of a Cellar Tech to join our team. We are the only winery in Paso Robles to specialize in sparkling wines, made Méthode Champenoise. We are a family-owned and operated winery, tasting room and event center established in 2017.

The cellar tech position entails all facets associated with high-quality classic wine and Méthode Champenoise sparkling wine. The current position offered is seasonal and part-time but can expand into a year-round, full-time position.
Job Duties Include but are not limited to:
* Assist with receiving and crushing grapes
* Pump overs, punch-downs, additions, wine transfers and barreling down
* Assist with bottling and other sparkling wine processes
* Cleaning and sanitizing winery equipment
* Barrel sanitizing, pressure washing, general winery sanitation
* Assist the winemaking team in all aspects of the winemaking process
* Assist the winemaking team in managing inventory
Qualifications:
* Previous harvest or cellar experience
* Some lab experience a plus
* Forklift experience
* Must have reliable transportation
* Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including overtime, nights and weekends
* Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
* Must be able to climb up and down a ladder
* Must be able to push/pull heavy items
* Must be 21 years old

Submitted By:

Rava Wines + Events

Location:

6785 Creston Rd. Paso Robles, Ca. 93446

Email:

Mandy@ravawines.com

Phone:

805-238-7282

Essential functions to include, but not limited to:

• Wine Club Manager must possess a positive attitude, get along well with all employees and upper management and perform duties in a professional manner at all times.
• The Wine Club Manager must be a self-starter, have an upbeat attitude, be organized, and be able to multitask.
• The Wine Club Manager must be an individual that can be professional and calm during high-pressure situations and during high traffic periods.
• Responsible for the creation and maintenance of the wine club brochure.
• Create and design the member newsletter in coordination with owners.
• Maintain wine-club database and work with shipping company to get all orders shipped out.
• Create Order Processing/Shipping Training Manual- update when necessary and keep on shared drive.
• Create Orderport Employee Training Manual and Quick Help guide and share with all employees.
• Manage the Tasting Room Lead and Assistant Tasting Room/Wine Club Manager.
• Update and stay current on shipping rates and work with off-site shipping company.
• Management of all state compliance applications.
• Responsible for all email campaigns/direct mail campaigns to members at least 3-4 times/month.
• Responsible for the management of the employee incentive program - Update the goal board daily with employee goal tracking and monthly goals achieved.
• Responsible for sending out special recognition emails, cards, and gifts for member’s anniversaries, birthdays etc.
• Responsible for meeting monthly membership goals and managing staff to meet their goals- monthly goals will be established by Owners.
• Responsible for submitting commission reports for employees and yourself prior to each pay period.
• Keep tasting notes and tech sheets updated to match wine list in the tasting room - work in coordination with Winemaker on this task.
• Responsible for updating tasting notes for each wine on the website, work in coordination with Winemaker on this task.
• Update Awards and Accolade spreadsheet and add all material to the Press section on the website and have a laminated copy in the tasting room, work in coordination with Assistant Tasting Room Manager on this task.
• Responsible for maintaining all memberships to publications that we submit to: Robert Parker, Wine Spectator, Vinous, Jeb Dunnuck, Wine Enthusiast etc.
• Responsible for keeping bottle shots updated and current on tech sheets and website.
• Responsible for POS maintenance and updates.
• Responsible for meeting membership recovery goals.
• Responsible for running reports every week on wine club sign-ups and member sales to be presented or emailed to Owners.
• Holiday Promotions- create posts, update the website, email campaigns, create posters with the designer to be sent to all members.
• Increase Data Capture- meet monthly goals and present gift-cards to employees. Ensure that all focus card information has been entered into system weekly and drawing winners sent gift cards once a month.
• Responsible for annual domain renewals - add list to shared drive of all domain names we currently own.
• Submit all wine for competitions and publications- work in coordination with Winemaker and on this task.
• Add all events to community calendars throughout the county and update all calendars with the PRWCA to increase membership and visibility.
• Manage Cellarpass and all group reservations in coordination with Assistant Wine Club Manager.
• Plan and execute all wine club events in coordination with Tasting Room Manager.
• Complete all event and festival registration forms and prepare all materials for the events for staff that is attending. Responsible for scheduling staff to work at all off-site events.
• Submit PRWCA visitor guide text annually for Vintage Paso, Wine Festival and Harvest Festival guides.
• Schedule Weekly meetings with the Tasting Room Manager to review reports.
• Assist with occasional marketing duties as needed.
• Prepare payroll and commissions for Owner bi-weekly.

Location:

Grey Wolf Winery - 2174 Highway 46 West

Email:

jenny@greywolfcellars.com

Paso Robles westside winery is looking for full-time and part-time candidates for our onsite bistro. Responsibilities will include kitchen prep, customer service, food and wine knowledge, menu execution and product presentation. Candidates will also have the opportunity to assist with on-site events, including wine dinners, festivals and private parties.

Responsibilities:
• Daily menu preparation.
• Ability to receive, organize and inventory all vendor deliveries.
• The ability to professionally represent the company and brand.
• Assist with on-site and off-site special events as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen and all associated areas of the
building.
• Knowledge of the wines to pair with each menu item.

Qualifications:
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working in the foodservice
industry.
• Must have a CA food service handling card.
• Knowledgeable and passionate about the relationship between
food and wine.
• Knowledge of wines and wine production preferred, but not
required.
• Commitment to excellence, high standards, and detail.
• Must be able to work weekends, major holidays, wine club pick up
parties, association events, and industry events.
• Must be able to follow recipes and directions.

Physical Requirements:
• Ability to talk to customers, stand and walk for long periods of
time.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to set-up and break-down structures, tables, etc. and
be able to utilize dolly cart and other equipment to assist in moving heavy objects.
• Ability to understand and accurately follow written and verbal
instructions.

Compensation:
• Competitive Hourly Wage + Tips, full-time or part-time positions
available.

Email:

jenny@greywolfcellars.com

We are looking for someone with a great personality and positive attitude to join our team in the tasting room to help provide a warm experience for all of our guests. You will mostly be pouring wine and interacting with guests in the tasting room, so previous wine knowledge is appreciated, but not required. Part-time only, with the option to work during onsite events and outside pourings too.

Submitted By:

Riverstar Vineyards

Location:

Riverstar Vineyards

Email:

candice@riverstarvineyards.com

Phone:

805-467-0086