Seasonal Culinary Assistant

A Seasonal Culinary Assistant job in Woodinville, WA is available at Chateau Ste. Michelle.  As a Culinary Assistant, you will serve as an ambassador of the company, exemplifying excellence in customer service.  You help set the tone for the winery experience and will ensure that every guest feels a positive and genuine connection with the winery.

This is a seasonal, part-time hourly role that is eligible for tips.  Seasonal roles are typically May - October, or as seasonal business needs require.  This role requires availability on evenings and weekends to support our Summer Concert Series.

Ste. Michelle Wine Estates is the largest wine company in the Pacific Northwest, and among the largest premium wine companies in the U.S, with roots dating back to 1933. Throughout our 90+ year history, what has remained constant is our unwavering commitment to quality, service to our customers, and connection with our community. We are proud that our award-winning wines farmed in Oregon and Washington are an expression of all the best things about the Pacific Northwest — the spirit of people, the abundance of the land, and the excellence-driven culture. Our distinctive portfolio of wines, including Chateau Ste. Michelle, 14 Hands, Columbia Crest, Erath, A to Z Wineworks, REX HILL, Intrinsic, Liquid Light, Northstar, and Spring Valley Vineyard, are enjoyed across the U.S. and distributed in over 100 countries.

Culinary Assistant job responsibilities include:

• Serve popcorn to guests on the concert field in a welcoming and professional manner.
• Provide an energetic and enthusiastic attitude on the concert field to ensure a quality experience for our guests.
• Assist with completion of food orders according to presentation guidelines as needed.
• Provide support with food preparation and clean-up tasks.
• Ensure to safely follow food guidelines.
• Perform additional kitchen tasks as assigned by the Executive Chef or Sous Chef.

Physical Requirements:

• Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Stand, walk for extended periods of time.

Position Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age with high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have a valid Food Handler's Permit.
• Strong communication skills, customer service skills, sales skills, and the ability to prioritize while handling multiple tasks is required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Goal orientated and able to work as part of a team.
• Must be flexible and available to work varied hours.
• History of responsible use of alcohol and other appropriate conduct, as well as fitness to be licensed, permitted, and/or certified by state and/or local regulatory bodies.

Your Compensation: 

$16.66 - $20.05 per hour based upon relevant experience. 

At Ste. Michelle Wine Estates we believe in paying our employees equal pay for equal work. Individual offers are made dependent upon a candidate’s prior experience and education level as it pertains to the role.

Benefits of working with Ste. Michelle Wine Estates:

Our Total Rewards programs are designed to attract, motivate, and retain talented, curious people with a passion for innovation, collaboration, continuous improvement, and growth.  We offer leading programs that inspire and reward superior performance and foster an inclusive, diverse, and healthy workforce. 

Culture at Ste. Michelle:

We Challenge: We are driven to succeed in everything we do, and we challenge ourselves and our team to perform at the highest level.

We Care: We put people first – our team, our consumers, our customers, our communities.

We Collaborate: We believe there is nothing we can’t accomplish – together – and we believe lifting up those around us is essential to achieving both individual and collective success.

Harvest your potential, Uncork the possibilities! 

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Ste. Michelle Wine Estates is an equal opportunity emp