Assistant Manager Events

Tasting & Tap Room Expo; Napa, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Volunteer Days

401(k) with Company Match

Wine Perks & Discounts

Flexible Work Options

Job summary

Treasury Wine Estates (TWE) invites an Events Assistant Manager to oversee and optimize all phases of event planning and execution in our Napa, CA operations. You will lead on-site logistics for corporate functions, weddings, VIP tastings, and brand activations, acting as the on-site host and TWE representative.

You’ll coordinate staff, manage client relationships, and support planning with vendors. A background in events within hospitality is required, with a California driver’s license and

Qualifications

• 2-3 years experience in events, hospitality, or restaurant service.
• People-management experience preferred.
• Highly organized, resourceful, and self-motivated.
• Ability to present confidently to groups of all sizes.
• Professional brand-aligned presence.
• Wine and food knowledge.
• Ability to handle challenging situations with professionalism and hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operational excellence across all phases of event planning and execution.
• Lead on-site event logistics for corporate functions, weddings, VIP tastings, and brand activations.
• Conduct site inspections with clients and vendors.
• Manage event setup, execution, and breakdown.
• Serve as on-site host and representative, directing staff and ensuring premium guest experiences.
• Manage client relationships before, during, and after events.
• Coordinate staffing needs, including booking temporary staff.
• Collaborate with vendors and support event planning with client details.

Skills

Event planning

People management

Highly organized

Public speaking

Wine knowledge

Professional presence

Driver's license

Tools

Event management software

Job description

About Us

Treasury Wine Estates (TWE) is one of the world's largest wine companies, and we are proud of our portfolio of brands that have tremendous heritage, rich quality, and a reputation for excellence across the globe. At TWE, we are led everyday by our purpose, Boldly Cultivating. We are boldly cultivating value through our brands, wine, people & environment for enriched and joyful communities. At TWE we cultivate our teams to be their very best. And in turn, our people push us to make bigger and bolder decisions. Our focus on Boldly Cultivating unites us as a global team and fuels our vision to become the world's most desirable luxury wine company - known for the experiences we create for our consumers, customers, partners, suppliers and our people. Learn more about our people promise and our renowned portfolio of global brands.

Key Responsibilities

• The Events Assistant Manager is responsible for operational excellence across all phases of event planning and execution.
• Leads event logistics for on-site events, including corporate functions, weddings, VIP tastings, and TWE brand activations.
• Conducts site inspections with clients and vendors.
• Oversees event setup, execution, and breakdown.
• Acts as the on-site host and TWE representative, directing staff, resolving issues, and ensuring premium guest experiences.
• Manages client relationships before, during, and after events
• Coordinates staffing needs, including booking temporary staff when required.
• Partners with vendors
• Supports event planning by confirming client details
• Utilizes TWE's event management software to update event details.
• Hosts weekly cross-functional meetings with Event, Hospitality, and Trade Education teams and provides recaps.
• Promotes wine sales during events, including shipping and carry-out opportunities.
• Serves as the Safety Lead for the Events Department.
• Collaborates on new event concepts and enhancements to TWE's private event offerings. This includes crafting vision boards for the look and feel for all events.
• Supports special projects and contributes to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Conduct regular inventory audits and maintain organized storage areas
• Corporate Gifting Support

About you

• 2-3 years of experience in events, hospitality, or restaurant service
• People-management experience preferred
• Highly organized, resourceful, and self-motivated
• Ability to present confidently to groups of all sizes
• Professional brand-aligned presence.
• Wine and food knowledge
• Ability to handle challenging situations with professionalism and hospitality.
• Valid California driver's license.
• Availability for extended hours, holidays, and weekends.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand and walk. Standing for long periods of time on event days. This role requires to be on your feet for 8 hours during events while outside
• The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.

Why you'll love it here

Our culture is built on bringing our whole selves, being courageous and delivering together - it's our DNA and the heart of who we are at TWE. We prioritize your growth with access to global career opportunities and structured programs designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development. Learn more about our benefits and culture here.

Benefits depend on your work category and may include

• Paid Time Off: Competitive vacation, sick leave, and 12 paid holidays. Plus, a "TWE4ME Day" - a day to spend however you choose!
• Paid Parental & Caregiver Leave: Generous time off for life's big moments.
• Volunteer Days: Get paid to give back-2 full days each year!
• Flexible Work Options: Find your flex-hybrid and custom schedules available for certain roles.
• Wellbeing First: Medical, dental, vision, free mental health support, and an award-winning wellness program.
• 401(k) with Company Match: 100% vested from day one. Regular Full and Part-Time employees are eligible after 60 days of employment.
• Paid Time Off: Competitive vacation, sick leave, and 12 paid holidays.
• Wine Perks & Discounts: Enjoy exclusive employee pricing on the world's best wines, plus receive a generous product allowance.
• Recognition & Rewards: Celebrate wins and earn fun rewards.

It takes all varietals

Just like the wide range and variety of brands in our wine portfolio, TWE embraces diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic. If you require assistance or accommodation during the application process, please contact [e-mail], quoting the job title and reference number.

The anticipated base compensation for this position is $26.44 to $34.13 per hour. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to relevant experience, skills, qualifications, education, geographic location, internal equity, and market considerations. This position may also be eligible for incentive compensation, bonuses, commissions, and/or a comprehensive benefits package, as applicable. The compensation range listed reflects a good faith estimate of the hiring range for this position at the time of posting. Treasury reserves the right to modify compensation ranges, incentive plans, and benefits at any time, subject to applicable law.