Wente Vineyards is the oldest continuously family owned and operated winery in California. Based in the Livermore Valley, just 30 miles east of the San Francisco Bay, Wente Vineyards is a dynamic winery that continues to innovate, building on its proud history. In addition to producing world class wines, the winery offers wine country experiences, including a Restaurant, Events Center, Summer Concert Series, and Greg Norman designed Golf Course. Wente Family Estates is the national and international sales and marketing organization for Wente Vineyards as well as our other Livermore Valley wineries, Tamás Estates and Murrieta's Well.

Wente Vineyards currently has openings for:

Pastry Plater
Wente Vineyards Pastry Department is seeking a Full Time Pastry Plater in our Restaurant. The position is Full Time, Monday thru Friday from 7:00am to 3:30pm. There are occasionally longer days when business levels are high. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of plated desserts and basic baking. The candidate must be punctual, have a positive and can do attitude and be able to work under tight deadlines. The ideal candidate must be tidy, organized, and have an aptitude for cleanliness, sanitation and safety.
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HR Assistant-Part time Seasonal
We currently have an opening for part time seasonal position in our Human Resources Department. Areas of Responsibility Include: phones, projects, filing, data entry and other office duties. Requirements: 1) Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel & Outlook. 2) Attention to detail and accuracy of documents needed. 3) Adequately represent the organization when in contact with employees, customers and vendors on the telephone and in person. 4) Operate under deadlines and sometimes a high degree of pressure. Work in a multi-task interrupt driven environment. 5) Interact with all levels of staff using effective interpersonal skills.
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Viticulturist
This position is responsible for developing goals, policies, procedures and quality objectives for the wine-growing process. He or she will work in conjunction with the Viticulture Manager to ensure that grape requirements are met by independent growers. He or she will be responsible for the field sampling program, overseeing experimental work and grape maturity assessments, and making technical recommendations to growers to ensure that grapes meet quality and supply objectives. We are looking for someone with a Bachelors Degree in Viticulture plus 1-2 years of experience. Must have strong organizational and communication skills.
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To apply via email, please send your resume to bryana@wentevineyards.com


Catering Kitchen - Off-Site Catering Cooks
As we expand our business out into the Bay Area bringing the Wente name directly to the public, we will be looking for a variety of cooks at different skill levels as “On Call” staff. These positions are part-time and generally work the weekend shift at a premium rate.
To apply via email, please send your resume to jefff@wentevineyards.com


Catering Kitchen - Cook 2
You must have an overall understanding of all cooking methods, a basic working knowledge of restaurant or catering operations, and be able to adapt to new and possibly stressful situations. You must have basic knife skills and be able to successfully multi-task.
To apply via email, please send your resume to jefff@wentevineyards.com


Catering Kitchen - Cook 1
Requires a minimum of one year of high-end restaurant and/ or catering experience at a similar level. Two or more years of cumulative culinary experience or education is preferred. You must have an excellent background in all cooking methods. You will be expected to provide direct support to the chefs in the preparation and execution of all catered events, displaying superior time management, multi-tasking and listening skills.
To apply via email, please send your resume to jefff@wentevineyards.com


Catering Kitchen - Lead Cooks
Minimum of two years of high-end culinary experience is required. Banquet and offsite experience is a plus. The ideal candidate will possess the highest quality standards, a positive attitude, and a flexible schedule. Attention to detail is a must. Responsibilities include supporting chefs in execution of events and as well as personally executing events. This is a full-time position, benefits include medical and dental, paid time off, discounts on meals, wine and golf.
To apply via email, please send your resume to jefff@wentevineyards.com


Catering
We have openings immediately for banquet servers, housemen and bartenders at a very busy venue. The work is part time with evening and weekend availability preferred.
To apply via email, please send your resume to thadb@wentevineyards.com


Part Time Tasting Room Sales Staff
As a front line representative of Wente Family Estates, our responsibilities include building brand awareness and exceeding Guest expectations through sales, service, and wine education. Under limited supervision, this part time position promotes the sale of wine and non-wine products sold in the Tasting Rooms. Greets all visitors and pours wine for tasting. Describes wine, winemaking technique, and winery history. May also conduct guided tours. Handles routine purchasing transactions, which include operating cash register.
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Catering Kitchen Dishwasher
Wente Family Estates is currently seeking candidates to fill a part-time Dishwasher position; Experienced or entry level, we will provide training. There are morning shifts available. The perfect individual must be hardworking, motivated and have a positive attitude.
To apply via email, please send your resume to jefff@wentevineyards.com


Restaurant - Line Cooks
The restaurant is looking for an experienced line cook. Must have minimum of 2 years experience in fine dinning. Please send resumes to jobs@wentevineyards.com, fax to 925-456-2301 or call 925-456-2432.
To apply via email, please send your resume to jobs@wentevineyards.com


Golf Course Grill Cook
The Golf Course Grill is looking for a part-time line cook and seasonal cook. Must have a minimum of 1 year experience as a line cook and be able to work a flexible schedule including weekends and Holidays. The job requires the candidate to work all areas of the line as well as varied shifts. He/she must be able to work alone some of the time. He /she must be organized and quick. Must be a self starter. Must be able to handle guest issues, make informed decisions and have good communication skills. The candidate must be a dependable team player, and able to handle the pressure of a busy and small kitchen. He/she must have reliable transportation.
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To apply via email, please send your resume to jobs@wentevineyards.com


Restaurant Specialty Room Bartender (AM) – Part Time Staff
Must have passed and received a Bartender school certification from the State of California two years previous bartending experience in a high-energy, high-volume, fine dining establishment preferred. Extensive knowledge of spirits, mixed cocktails, wines and champagnes, previous food service experience, must be able to maintain a professional appearance, have an outgoing personality, be warm and friendly, demonstrate enthusiasm and professionalism, have effective listening and judgment skills. Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time, able to multi-task while working under busy and sometimes stressful conditions, must have cash handling experience, must have current alcohol awareness card, able to read, speak and write communicable English. Ability to perform basic math functions. Individual must have an outgoing personality. Must have a high school diploma or equivalent, available seven days a week and available to work weekends and holidays. Individuals interested must be at least 21.
To apply via email, please send your resume to jobs@wentevineyards.com


Restaurant Host Person (AM-PM) – Part Time Staff
One year experience as a host in an up-scale restaurant or any customer service related field preferred. Must be able to maintain a professional appearance, have an outgoing personality, be warm and friendly, demonstrate enthusiasm and professionalism, have effective listening and judgment skills. Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time. Able to multi-task while working under busy and sometimes stressful conditions, must be able to deal effectively with guests, management, employees and outside contacts. Able to read, speak and write communicable English. Individual must have the ability to perform basic math functions, high school education or equivalent, able to work weekdays, weekends and holidays. Individuals interested must be at least 21.
To apply via email, please send your resume to jobs@wentevineyards.com


Restaurant Specialty Room Food Server (AM) – Part Time Staff
Two years food service experience in a high-volume, specialty dining room preferred. Must have an extensive culinary knowledge including experience with progressive sustainable cuisine, able to deal with guests in a professional manner while maintaining a professional appearance, must have a strong sense of urgency, must have cash handling experience, able to read, speak and write communicable English, ability to perform basic math functions, high school education or equivalent, able to work weekdays, weekends and holidays. Individuals interested must be at least 21.
To apply via email, please send your resume to jobs@wentevineyards.com


Golf Course Grill - Bartender/Manager on Duty
The Golf Course Grill is looking for a bartender with excellent service and hospitality skills that will be responsible for day-to-day bar service in the Grill, who can also on occasion perform the role of Manager on Duty. Qualified applicants must have the ability to manage bar and attend to guests, work weekends, possess great customer service skills and have a pleasant and enthusiastic disposition. Other Qualifications: • Outgoing personality • Hardworking attitude • Punctuality • Multi-task efficiently • Attention to detail • Ability to follow instructions and take direction.
To apply via email, please send your resume to jobs@wentevineyards.com


Restaurant Expediter - Part Time Staff
This position is designed to link Dining Room staff and kitchen staff by acting as a conduit for communication, a service facilitator, and a food runner.
To apply via email, please send your resume to tracyd@wentevineyards.com


Restaurant Valet - Part Time Staff
Responsibilities include: Understanding and successfully executing valet and directional parking, responsible for greeting Guests and parking and retrieving their automobiles in a safe, efficient and timely manner. Must have a valid US drivers license for a minimum of one year and be able to present a clean record from the department of Motor Vehicles. By clean record, we mean that you should have no tickets or an accident where you were at fault for one year. Potential candidate must be able to show proficiency driving a stick shift and automatic. Charm, exuberance, a commitment to safety and the ability to articulate thoughts clearly.
To apply via email, please send your resume to tracyd@wentevineyards.com


Golf Course Grill-Server
Looking to fill Snack Bar, and Server positions. Qualified candidates will possess excellent service and hospitality skills. Applicants must have a positive attitude and the ability to attend to guests, work weekends and have a pleasant and enthusiastic disposition. Other Qualifications: Outgoing personality, Hardworking attitude, Punctuality, Multi task efficiently, Ability to follow instructions and take direction and self motivated.
To apply via email, please send your resume to jobs@wentevineyards.com


Restaurant-Dishwashers
Currently seeking quality dishwashers. This position is ideal for experienced dishwashers and entry as well. This position is perfect for high school or college students. There are a variety of shifts available from morning shifts to evening shifts, full-time and part-time. The perfect individual must be hardworking, motivated and have a positive attitude. For the right individual, besides washing dishes they would also partake in basic food prep with the possibility of advancement.
To apply via email, please send your resume to jobs@wentevineyards.com


Restaurant-Cooks
The Restaurant at Wente Vineyards is currently seeking quality cooks to fill several key positions. Fine Dining and High-End Resaurant experience preferred. The ideal candidate will possess a positive attitude, and eagerness to learn, and a flexible schedule. All interested applicants send resumes to fax number (925)456-2301, or call (925)456-2432.
To apply via email, please send your resume to eric.berg@wentevineyards.com

Wente Vineyards is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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