RECRUITER

Recruiter Position at Ponte Family Estate Winery

Ponte Family Estate Winery opened in 2003 and is a California-based company operating in the heart of Temecula Wine Country. We have been farming our vineyards since 1984 and are a true working winery, growing and producing over 20 estate-grown varietals within certified sustainable facilities.

We are located adjacent to our Four Diamond, 90-room boutique hotel, Ponte Vineyard Inn, and are surrounded by 300 acres of mature vineyards and views of rolling hills. We are a short drive from much of Southern California and regularly welcome guests seeking a relaxing day visit or overnight stay away from city life.

Ponte has become a benchmark for service excellence among Temecula wineries. Our associates are dedicated to delighting guests by providing excellent hospitality and serving great wine and food in a beautiful environment.

The Recruiter manages the full-cycle recruiting process for three hospitality-based sister companies, including two working wineries and one boutique hotel with over 200 associates. This role serves as a primary point of contact for hiring managers and reports to the COO and/or HR Specialists. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in resume screening, interviewing, and sourcing, along with a working knowledge of state and federal employment laws, and exceptional analytical, communication, and computer skills.

Compensation:

• $27.00 $28.00 hourly, depending on experience

Schedule:

• Monday Friday
• 9:00 a.m. 5:30 p.m.

Benefits Per Company Plan Details:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401k Matching Plan
• Life Insurance
• Hospital Confinement Plan
• Pet Insurance
• 3 Weeks of PTO
• 8 Paid Holidays

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Recruiting & Talent Acquisition

• Coordinate the full-cycle recruiting process across multiple departments.
• Work closely with hiring managers to define and qualify staffing requirements.
• Write and maintain job descriptions and implement proactive recruiting strategies.
• Source and screen candidates through applicant tracking systems, networking, cold outreach, and industry research.
• Schedule and conduct interviews.
• Conduct background and reference checks in coordination with HR Specialists.
• Utilize recruiting tools to maximize high-quality candidate flow.
• Build and develop applicant sources through community outreach and career fairs.
• Maintain and update requisition postings in ADP on a weekly basis.
• Produce weekly recruiting reports for the COO and Managing Partner.

Onboarding & Orientation

• Schedule and conduct HR orientation for new hires, including talking points, videos, safety training, and department-specific requirements.
• Verify I-9 documentation during new-hire orientation.
• Create and assemble new-hire orientation folders.
• Print and bind associate handbooks.
• Assist with ordering, creating, and distributing name badges for new hires.

Training & Leadership Support

• Schedule and facilitate leadership meetings and required associate training sessions as needed, including Sexual Harassment Prevention and Safety Training.
• Support leadership development initiatives as assigned.

HR Administration & Compliance

• Create and maintain HR department binders and compliance files, including EEO, 8850, Election to Participate, and IIPP.
• Create and maintain employment files, including scanning, renaming, and uploading documents using established naming conventions.
• Collect and verify documentation received from all departments.
• Calendar, track, and coordinate associate referral bonus payments with Payroll.
• Work closely with the COO, Managing Partner, Payroll, Accounting, and Marketing departments.

General Administrative Support

• Assist with maintaining office supplies for winery departments through Staples ordering.
• Assist with creating and updating HR documents and job description templates.
• Make photocopies, mail, scan, and email documents as needed.
• Assist the HR Specialists with assigned projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the COO and/or HR Specialists.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Minimum of three years of recent recruiting experience.
• College degree preferred or equivalent professional experience.
• Proven track record in full-cycle recruiting with references.
• Strong experience with applicant tracking systems.
• Experience using job boards such as Indeed and LinkedIn.
• Exceptional sourcing and candidate engagement skills.
• Knowledge of California and federal employment laws related to hiring.
• Proficiency in ADP and Excel.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion, and confidentiality.
• Ability to prioritize work, operate independently, and meet objectives.

Company Standards:

• Understand and uphold Ponte values and service standards.
• Ensure the safety of guests and associates.
• Follow environmental standards set by the Company.
• Treat all associates and guests in a respectful manner.
• Exhibit integrity, honesty, and professionalism at all times.