Seasonal, Part-Time Estate Host

Job Description:

Aperture Cellars and Devil Proof Vineyards, founded in 2009 by winemaker Jesse Katz, champion a range of stunning and highly acclaimed Bordeaux-styled wines from Sonoma County. In 2026, we were honored with inclusion on The World’s 50 Best Vineyards list and Jesse Katz was named Winemaker of the Year, a reflection of our uncompromising dedication to craftsmanship, sustainability, and hospitality at the highest level. Our driven team of enthusiastic professionals operates out of our modern hospitality lounge and state-of-the-art winery building on the same estate property in Healdsburg.

Position Summary:
The position is a seasonal, part-time position working mostly weekends from approximately October to December, 2026, with competitive salary plus commission and the opportunity for gratuities. Estate Hosts are responsible for efficiently and effectively promoting the sale of wine through customer service, world-class hospitality, and meaningful storytelling. All efforts are focused on creating an elevated wine-focused experience. Estate Hosts work as a part of a dynamic team to create lasting memories and to meet or exceed sales goals.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
*Shows commitment to excellence and high standards
*Possesses solid knowledge of wines and winemaking processes
*Anticipates guests needs and provides exceptional guest service at all times
*Maintains Hospitality Center by ensuring that it is inviting and appealing
*Flexibility, can manage constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm
*Accurately operates POS system and reservation system
*Utilize strategic selling skills to encourage sales, targeting set objectives

Education and Experience
*Minimum 2 years wine industry or hospitality experience; experience in sales, customer service, or experience presenting and selling luxury goods preferred
*High school diploma or GED; two to four years college experience preferred

Qualifications:
*Must be at least 21 years of age
*Proof of eligibility to work in the US
*Completion of satisfactory criminal background check
*First-hand knowledge, appreciation for, and passion for the wine industry
*Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
*Must be a team player and maintain a positive disposition
*Present a professional appearance and demeanor

Physical Requirements
*Ability to lift and carry 45 pounds on a repeated basis
*Regularly required to sit, move on concrete, both normal and wet, turn, grasp firmly, and reach overhead
*Regularly engage in repetitive hand motion including pouring wine, drying glassware, and using a keyboard and trackpad
*Ability to carry a bar serving tray full of wine glasses, both empty and full, without incident
*Occasionally required to set up, move, or breakdown furniture, and be able to use utility carts, dollies, or other equipment to assist in moving heavy objects
*Vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
*Ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and/or other sounds.

Working Conditions
*Standard workdays are Friday through Sunday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with flexibility to include other days of the week when arranged in advance
*Must have a valid California driver’s license, clean DMV, and proof of insurability; must have reliable mode of transportation for occasional use of personal vehicle for work activities, such as errands and wine transfers.
*Work locations include indoor including shared office space and outdoor settings (both shaded and unshaded), and frequent transitions between indoors and outdoors.
*Low to moderate noise levels based on guests in the space
*Occasional exposure to temperatures below 60 degrees and above 85 degrees
*Occasional use of personal vehicle for company business

Compensation and Benefits:
Hourly Rate: $22.00 – $25.00 per hour. This is the pay range for this position that Aperture Cellars reasonably expects to pay. Actual compensation will be determined based on qualifications, skills, and experience.
Commission-eligible
Gratuity- eligible
Paid sick leave in accordance with California law
Wine discounts

Equal Employment Opportunity
Aperture Cellars is an equal employment opportunity employer. We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions based on merit and business needs and without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or veteran’s status or any other characteristic protected by law. Opportunity for employment with Aperture depends solely on the qualifications.

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