Hospitality Operations Support (Part-Time)

JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery; Paso Robles (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation accruals

Wine discounts

FIJI water at work

Wine Education Program

Fun Work Environment

Job summary

JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery seeks a part-time Hospitality Operations Support team member in Paso Robles to assist with tasting room and event activities. You will help prepare, transport, set up, organize, and break down wine, culinary items, and hospitality supplies for daily operations and events.

The role covers event wine fulfillment, equipment transport, and coordination with culinary teams, with hours up to 19 per week and varied duties by event location.

Qualifications

• Experience in event operations, hospitality, logistics, banquet setup, or related environment preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet company driving requirements when operating vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Assist with event wine requests, delivery, and return of wine and equipment.
• Support setup and breakdown of event venues and ensure timely service.
• Coordinate with culinary and Banquet teams to move food service items safely.
• Review event specifications and maintain organized storage and equipment.

Skills

Event operations

Hospitality

Logistics

Banquet setup

Food & Beverage

Warehouse operations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Company Description

At JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery, we offer guests the ultimate California food and wine experience. The Restaurant at JUSTIN is the only winery restaurant to have received both a MICHELIN Star and MICHELIN Green Star as well as a Five-Star rating from Forbes Travel Guide. We are proud to be recognized for our sustainability practices, one‑of‑a‑kind dinner experience, and world‑class excellence in hospitality.

At JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery, we offer guests the ultimate California food and wine experience. The Restaurant at JUSTIN is the only winery restaurant to have received both a MICHELIN Star and MICHELIN Green Star as well as a Five-Star rating from Forbes Travel Guide. We are proud to be recognized for our sustainability practices, one‑of‑a‑kind dinner experience, and world‑class excellence in hospitality.

Hospitality Operations Support

Position provides hands‑on operational and logistical support for Tasting Room and Event activities. This role assists with the preparation, transportation, setup, organization, and breakdown of wine, equipment, culinary items, and hospitality supplies to ensure daily operations and events are executed efficiently and to a high standard.

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.

Event Wine

• Fulfill event wine requests accurately and on schedule, including delivery to designated event venues and service areas across the property.
• Retrieve unused wine following events, reconcile remaining inventory as required, and return product to the appropriate storage location, including the Warm Room.
• Handle and transport wine in accordance with company standards and assist with the delivery and return of wine‑service equipment as needed.

Event Equipment

• Transport, stage, and retrieve event equipment and supplies based on BEOs and event specifications, including tables, chairs, barrels, umbrellas, glassware, water, patio furniture, heaters, propane tanks, serving equipment, extension cords, decor, waste receptacles, and other event‑related items.
• Support setup and breakdown at event venues throughout the property, including Production Terrace, Wine Society Lounge, Estate Tasting Room, Wine Shipping, Downtown Tasting Room, Rose Garden, Saree's Walk‑In, Barrel Chai & Caves, ISO Library, and Vintners Lawn.
• Safely operate or coordinate approved property transportation, including ATV use when trained and authorized, to move equipment and supplies efficiently.
• Maintain patio‑heater propane levels and ensure equipment is clean, organized, functional, and returned to designated storage areas after each event.
• Promptly report damaged, missing, or unsafe equipment to management.

Culinary & Service Support

• Coordinate the pickup, delivery, and return of food, hot boxes, dishes, plates, serving pans, heat lamps, ice chests, ice, and other culinary or food‑service equipment between kitchens and event locations.
• Support designated culinary service locations, including Production Terrace, Vintners Lawn, Barrel Chai & Caves, Saree's Kitchen, and Downtown Kitchen.
• Transport food and service items safely, following applicable food‑safety, temperature‑control, handling, and sanitation requirements.
• Coordinate with Culinary and Banquet teams to support timely service and ensure all culinary items are returned clean and organized to the appropriate kitchen or storage area.

General Event Logistics

• Review BEOs and event specifications to confirm timing, quantities, delivery locations, setup requirements, and post‑event retrieval needs.
• Prioritize multiple event logistics requests, communicate changes or constraints promptly, and adjust to evolving event timelines and operational needs.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized event storage areas, workspaces, vehicles, and equipment.
• Follow all company safety, food‑handling, equipment‑use, inventory, and property procedures while performing event logistics duties.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in event operations, hospitality, logistics, banquet setup, food and beverage, warehouse operations, or a related environment preferred.
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet company driving requirements when operation of company vehicles is part of assigned duties.
• Food‑safety, equipment‑operation, or other role‑specific certifications may be required based on assigned duties and company policy.
• A polished and professional demeanor.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced, physically demanding environment, including prolonged standing, walking, and lifting 45 pounds or more.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Pay Range: $28.00 per hour. Final compensation will be dependent upon skills & experience.

Additional Information

• Part‑Time Vacation, Personal & Sick Accruals
• 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 the MICHELIN Star‑and MICHELIN Green Star‑awarded The Restaurant at JUSTIN – 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, like us on Facebook, or follow us on Instagram.

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