Restaurant Host

Company Description

JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery is more than a beautiful place to drink exceptional wine. It’s a unique viticultural microclimate. It’s a one-MICHELIN-starred restaurant. It’s a Forbes 5-Star and Five Diamonds by AAA hospitality experience. It's world-class accomodations at the JUST INN. It’s tasting rooms at the vineyard and in downtown Paso Robles. And it's the perfect place to take your hospitality career to new heights.

We are hiring a Restaurant Host (Full-Time) to join our team at JUSTIN! This is a great opportunity for someone passionate about delivering world-class customer service and seeking to advance their career at a highly esteemed institution. The Restaurant Host will support the front and back of the house, greet guests politely and professionally, and escort them to their appropriate table. 

The Host is the first and last point of contact for every guest at The Restaurant at JUSTIN, playing a critical role in shaping the guest experience. This position requires exceptional attention to detail, time management, and a polished, gracious demeanor. The Host is responsible for welcoming and seating guests, curating a seamless arrival and departure, maintaining the presentation of all guest-facing areas, and supporting the flow of service before, during, and after seatings.

This position is based at our JUSTIN Estate: 11680 Chimney Rock Road, Paso Robles, CA 93446. The work schedule is Thursday - Sunday (3:00 PM - 11:30 PM or closing). This position requires weekend availability and the ability to work late nights.

Job Description

The Host is responsible for preparing all guest-facing spaces to meet cleanliness and ambiance standards, executing detailed service setup—including floral bouquets, linens, and guest amenities—organizing takeaway items and seasonal displays, greeting and seating guests with warmth and professionalism, relaying key guest information to Captains, assisting with mignardises and coffee service, guiding guests out with takeaway gifts, and maintaining the pristine condition of the concierge, showroom, and lobby while supporting team flow between seatings.

• Assist with dining room setup prior to service, including but not limited to: linens, glassware, silverware, and tabletop details, fans/heaters and other equipment
• Floral/table bouquets, guest amenities
• Host Station set up/breakdown including but not limited to: station, Ipad, welcome beverages, coat check, take-away bags
• Maintain supply/inventory of take-a-ways and prepare/restock as needed
• Maintain Cleanliness of interior/exterior of Guest areas throughout service and pre-service
• Support water service and refill beverages promptly and discreetly
• Offer Guests Mignardese/post dessert (abiding and awknoledging dietaries when appropriate)
• Supportin Coffee service
• Deliver and clear food courses in coordination with the Captain and kitchen within FORBES 5 star service
• Support in accurately marking tables with appropriate flatware and glassware prior to each course
• Maintain clean and organized service stations and sidework areas throughout the shift
• Support as needed the Reset and flip tables post-departure with attention to detail and speed
• Support Captains with guest needs and respond quickly to requests during service
• Break down and close dining room post-service, including but not limited to polishing, organizing, and restocking service tools, fans/heaters
• Must be in approved clean and will maintained uniform, natural and clean appearance and cleanliness about their person

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a restaurant setting
• Previous experience in a fine dining or luxury hospitality environment is strongly preferred; familiarity with guest service standards such as Forbes or Michelin is a plus
• Must be comfortable working with digital reservation systems and managing time and tasks in a fast-paced, service-driven setting
• Professional appearance and demeanor
• Ability to work full-time (30-35 hours per week) and late nights, weekends, and holidays 
• Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing in English
• Strong work ethic, willingness to learn, and attention to detail are essential
• Valid Food Handler’s Card
• Clear and calm verbal communication
• Solution-oriented, skilled at proactively identifying service challenges and supporting servers to ensure flawless fine dining experiences
• Ability to work quickly in a high-paced, physically and mentally demanding environment
• High School Diploma or GED required

Pay Range: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour, plus tips. Final compensation will be dependent upon skills and experience.

Additional Information

• 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 2025, Wonderful ranked as #1 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 proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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