Server / Sommelier – Holiday Private Events

San Francisco Wine Society is seeking experienced servers and sommeliers to join our team for a busy holiday season filled with wine-focused private events. This is a temporary position through the holidays, with the possibility of becoming a permanent role for the right candidate as we are launching a new private event space in early November.

Ideal candidates will have:

Previous fine dining or upscale wine bar experience

Strong wine knowledge (CMS, WSET, or equivalent background preferred)

A warm, hospitality-first approach and professional demeanor

The ability to multi-task gracefully in a fast-paced environment

A genuine enthusiasm for creating memorable guest experiences

Responsibilities include:

Providing wine service, engaging guests with friendly, knowledgeable conversation

Passing small plates during receptions and tastings

Welcoming guests and assisting with check-in for private events

Maintaining a polished, professional presence and anticipating guest needs throughout the event

Assisting with setup and breakdown of the events

Schedule & Compensation:

Part-time, both afternoon and evening events

Temporary position (November – January), with potential to become permanent

Hourly plus tips

If you’re passionate about wine and hospitality, we’d love to meet you.

Please reply with your resume, a short introduction, and a note about what draws you to this opportunity.