Hospitality Director

Hospitality Director

Kenwood, California

Reports to:

General Manager

Full-Time

About the Ledson Family Winery Established in 1860, the Ledson Family has built a legacy of excellence in Sonoma County, spanning generations in viticulture and winemaking. Today, we operate three distinguished wine brands sold exclusively direct‑to‑consumer through our estate tasting rooms, wine clubs, online channels, private events, and at the Ledson Hotel & Zina Lounge.

Our reputation is rooted not only in the quality of our wines, but in our unwavering commitment to people, community, and excellence. What truly sets us apart is a culture of loyalty, integrity, and respect. Many team members have proudly dedicated decades to the Ledson family—some for over 40 years—reflecting the enduring values that define who we are and how we operate.

As our Hospitality Director, you’ll be the driving force behind customer experiences for our wine club members and guests, primarily in Kenwood but also on the road. Your primary focus will be on planning and executing successful events, including wine club gatherings, private celebrations, corporate events, public wine tastings, private events and seasonal winery experiences. You’ll manage events from first inquiry through final toast, ensuring every detail reflects our brand and delivers an outstanding guest experience.

The Hospitality Director is a highly visible, hands‑on leadership role requiring strategic insight, financial awareness, marketing acumen, operational discipline, and a genuine passion for wine and hospitality.

• Plan, coordinate, and execute winery events on‑site and off‑site
• Serve as the primary contact for event clients and vendors
• Lead site tours, create proposals and contracts, and manage event timelines
• Oversee event setup, staffing, and day‑of execution
• Collaborate with tasting room, production, culinary, and marketing teams
• Manage budgets, payments, ROI and post‑event follow‑up
• Drive sales and membership growth
• Uphold brand standards and create memorable guest experiences

• 3+ years of experience in events, hospitality, or venue management
• Strong organizational skills and calm leadership under pressure
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Passion for hospitality, wine, and events
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and minor holidays
• Comfortable working both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Must be able to pass a drug and background screening
• Experience with weddings or winery events is a plus

• A compelling role within a respected, multi‑generational family‑owned winery
• Work in a beautiful winery setting and exceptional event venue
• A dynamic, collaborative culture with opportunities for long‑term growth and career advancement
• Starting salary of $60,000 – $80,000, plus performance‑based incentives tied to event revenues, customer satisfaction, and membership growth
• Comprehensive benefits package
• A rare opportunity to shape and grow our events program and contribute meaningfully to a winery with over 160 years of winemaking history

If you are a seasoned leader with a passion for wine and events, a drive for excellence, and the ability to inspire others through action, innovation, and integrity, we invite you to apply and become part of the Ledson Family legacy.