Restaurant Server (Estate)

JUSTIN is an award-winning winery and fine dining establishment in Paso Robles. It's our pleasure to share that the Restaurant at JUSTIN is the only winery restaurant to have received both a 2022 MICHELIN Star and MICHELIN Green Star and most recently, a Five-Stars from Forbes 2023 Travel Guide. We are proud to be recognized for our sustainability practices, one-of-a-kind dinner experience and world-class excellence in hospitality.

We are seeking a Restaurant Server (Full-Time) to support the Restaurant team at our JUSTIN Estate (Chimney Rock location). The Restaurant Server is responsible for the serving of food, wine and attending to the needs of winery guests within the following formats: Lunch, Dinner, and Events, both on-sight and off-sight. This person will support needed side duties to prepare and break down for dinner service and is expected to support the front-of-the-house team in exceeding guest expectations. If you are passionate about food and beverage and enjoy delivering unique experiences and genuine hospitality, this is a great opportunity for you. 

This position is based at the JUSTIN Estate: 11680 Chimney Rock Road, Paso Robles, CA. The typical work schedule is 3:00 PM - closing. This is a full-time position, and the ideal candidate must be available to work late nights and weekends.

• Execute a fine dining experience that aligns with the JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery’s mission statement and core values
• Maintain JUSTIN standards and operate in accordance with Forbes 5-Star or equivalent standards
• Set up and break down the Dining Room and Kitchen Pass for service, which may involve polishing, table setup, and and beverage station setup
• Ensure compliance of all opening and closing duties as determined and published by the Restaurant Manager
• Prior to service, consult with the Chefs regarding menu changes, modifications to service standards and any information about the sourcing of menu items
• After service, prepare all guest checks, allocate appropriate gratuities to the bi-weekly Gratuity Report, assess wine consumption for inventory, reset the dining room, and complete all other closing side work
• Attend staff Hospitality meetings
• Assists with the monthly inventory of both JUSTIN Wine and Non-JUSTIN Wine
• Conduct weekly inventory checks on glasses, flatware, dining room accessories, and linens
• Communicate any dining room supply needs to the Restaurant Manager
• Continually educate and inform oneself of all new JUSTIN releases as well as JUSTIN Library wines, viticulture, and winemaking techniques

• At least 2 years of fine-dining restaurant experience in an upscale environment
• Food Handlers Card or Serv Safe required
• Genuine understanding of the importance of providing outstanding customer service
• Grace under pressure; a strong sense of urgency, insistent attention to detail, with a desire to exceed customers’ expectations
• A thorough understanding of food, including origins, prep methods and techniques, ingredients, and ingredient combinations
• Strong food vocabulary and the ability to understand a sophisticated food menu
• Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing in English
• Must be willing to work flexible hours/late shifts, weekends, and holidays

Pay Rate: $18.50/hour plus tips per shift. Final compensation will be dependent upon skills & experience.

• Thriving Wellness Community: Access to top-notch medical coverage comprehensive vision and dental plans, and a 401k with match eligibility to secure your financial future and including: 
  • 24/7 online physician consultations 
  • virtual mental health resources 
  • life coaching 
  • engaging employee community groups 
  • cash rewards for healthy habits and fitness reimbursements 
  • library of on-demand fitness videos 
• Career Advancement Opportunities: Unlock your potential with clear paths for career progression and internal mobility across our diverse family of brands and business units. 
• Focused Learning and Development: Grow as a leader with our dedicated Learning and Organizational Development department, offering extensive resources like People Manager and leadership training, webinars, and eLearning courses. 
• Empowering Mentorship Program: Connect with colleagues through our company-wide mentorship program to share goals, overcome challenges, and drive your career forward. 
• Continuous Improvement Training: Participate in training that empowers all employees to learn and implement concepts that drive significant, positive change in the workplace. 
• Building a Healthy Society: To date, our co-Founders Lynda and Stewart Resnick, through their foundations and The Wonderful Company, have invested more than $2.5 billion in education, health and wellness, community development, and sustainability initiatives across California’s Central Valley, Fiji, and the world. In 2024, Wonderful ranked as #3 in PEOPLE’s “100 Companies That Care” list and was named one of Fortune magazine’s 100 Best Companies to Work For. To learn more about our corporate social responsibility efforts, visit csr.wonderful.com.
• Giving Back to the Community: Make a difference with Wonderful Giving, allowing you to allocate company-provided funds to up to three charities of your choice, and join Wonderful Neighbor to contribute to group service projects within our local communities. 

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.

The Wonderful Company is an Equality Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities for advancement. We are committed to creating a diverse workforce that embodies a deep culture of acceptance, equity, and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories.

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