Events Lead (Part-Time)

JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery; Paso Robles (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Wine and merchandise discounts

All FIJI water at work

Wine education program

Fun work environment

Job summary

JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery in Paso Robles is seeking a Part-Time Events Lead to join our hospitality team during the busy season. You will work with the Events Manager to execute on-site winery events, ensuring guests have seamless, memorable experiences reflecting the JUSTIN brand.

The role is up to 19 hours per week with event-based schedules, including evenings and weekends. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, service-focused, and enthusiastic about wine, food, and event coordination.

Qualifications

• Experience in events at a winery or hospitality setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Professional demeanor and customer service orientation.
• Willingness to learn basic wine knowledge.
• RBS certification or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Assist with event setup and breakdown, including tablescapes, décor, signage, and service stations.
• Support event execution, ensuring timelines and service standards are met.
• Provide warm, professional guest service throughout events.
• Assist with food and wine service, including passing trays and maintaining presentation standards.
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure smooth event flow.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of event spaces before, during, and after events.
• Help manage event inventory, including glassware, linens, and supplies.
• Anticipate guest needs and proactively resolve issues to enhance the overall experience.

Skills

Events experience

Communication skills

Professional demeanor

Wine knowledge

Job description

Company Description

JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery is more than a beautiful place to drink exceptional wine. It's a unique viticultural microclimate. It's a one-MICHELIN-starred restaurant. It's a Forbes 5-Star and Five Diamonds by AAA hospitality experience. It's world-class accommodations at the JUST INN. It's tasting rooms at the vineyard and in downtown Paso Robles. And it's the perfect place to take your hospitality career to new heights.

Company Description

JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery is more than a beautiful place to drink exceptional wine. It's a unique viticultural microclimate. It's a one-MICHELIN-starred restaurant. It's a Forbes 5-Star and Five Diamonds by AAA hospitality experience. It's world-class accommodations at the JUST INN. It's tasting rooms at the vineyard and in downtown Paso Robles. And it's the perfect place to take your hospitality career to new heights.
Events play a crucial role in how guests experience JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery, and we are currently seeking Part-Time Events Lead team members as we prepare for our busy season. The Part-Time Events Support assists in executing on-site winery events, ensuring that each guest has a seamless and memorable experience. You will work closely with the Events Manager and collaborate with the hospitality, culinary, and tasting room teams to provide exceptional experiences that reflect the JUSTIN brand. This role is perfect for someone who is detail-oriented, passionate about hospitality, and has an enthusiasm for wine, food, and events. Your responsibilities will include assisting with event setup, service, coordination, and breakdown while maintaining the high standards associated with the JUSTIN brand.

This is a part-time position (up to 19 hours per week) scheduled as needed to cover events and busy weekends. Workdays, hours, and duties will vary based on business needs and the event location.

Job Description

• Assist with event setup and breakdown, including tablescapes, décor, signage, and service stations
• Support event execution, ensuring timelines and service standards are met
• Provide warm, professional guest service throughout events
• Assist with food and wine service, including passing trays and maintaining presentation standards
• Coordinate with internal teams (culinary, tasting room, operations) to ensure smooth event flow
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of event spaces before, during, and after events
• Help manage event inventory, including glassware, linens, and supplies
• Anticipate guest needs and proactively resolve issues to enhance the overall experience

Qualifications

• Previous events experience in a restaurant, winery or hospitalty environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A polished and professional demeanor
• Basic wine knowledge or a willingness to learn
• Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) certification (or ability to obtain)

Working Conditions

• Primarily on-site at the winery and event venues
• Requires evening, weekend, and holiday availability
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 40 lbs
• Fast-paced, physically active environment
• Combination of indoor and outdoor work in varying weather conditions

Pay Range: $18.50 - $20.00 per hour. Final compensation will be dependent upon skills & experience.

Additional Information

• Wine and Merchandise Discounts
• All the FIJI water you can drink at work
• Wine Education Program
• Fun Work Environment

Located in Paso Robles, JUSTIN® Vineyards & Winery was founded in 1981 and is known for crafting world- class wines using Bordeaux grape varieties, including the iconic ISOSCELES® blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot. The Vineyard estate, located at 11680 Chimney Rock Road, features a Tasting Room, luxury five-star accommodations at the JUST Inn®, and a Restaurant-making it one of the only wineries on the Central Coast to offer all three options. In September 2018, a new second location, the JUSTIN Downtown Tasting Room opened introducing an expansive wine-tasting bar, lounge, and a full dining room that’s situated prominently on the square along Downtown City Park in the heart of Paso Robles. In addition to its stellar hospitality, JUSTIN consistently receives top honors around the world, establishing itself as a leader in New World Bordeaux-style winemaking. JUSTIN wines are available through discerning fine wine retailers and restaurants throughout the United States, or directly from the Winery via JUSTIN’s Tasting Room, online store or to members of the exclusive JUSTIN Wine Society wine club. To discover more about JUSTIN, visit www.justinwine.com.

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