Recruiter, Talent Manager

About Our Company

Ponte Family Estate Winery opened in 2003 and is a California-based company operating in the heart of Temecula Wine Country. We have been farming our vineyards since 1984 and are a true working winery, growing and producing over 20 estate‑grown varietals within certified sustainable facilities.

We are located adjacent to our Four Diamond, 90‑room boutique hotel, Ponte Vineyard Inn, and are surrounded by 300 acres of mature vineyards and views of rolling hills. We are a short drive from much of Southern California and regularly welcome guests seeking a relaxing day visit or overnight stay away from city life.

Ponte has become a benchmark for service excellence among Temecula wineries. Our associates are dedicated to delighting guests by providing excellent hospitality and serving great wine and food in a beautiful environment.

Summary

The Recruiter manages the full‑cycle recruiting process for three hospitality‑based sister companies, including two working wineries and one boutique hotel with over 200 associates. This role serves as a primary point of contact for hiring managers and reports to the COO and/or HR Specialists. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in resume screening, interviewing, and sourcing, along with a working knowledge of state and federal employment laws, and exceptional analytical, communication, and computer skills.

Compensation

• $25.00 – $27.00 hourly, DOE

Schedule

• Monday – Friday
• 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Benefits Per Company Plan Details

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401k Matching Plan
• Life Insurance
• Hospital Confinement Plan
• Pet Insurance
• 3 Weeks of PTO
• 8 Paid Holidays

The terms and conditions associated with each Benefit are outlined in the Associate Handbook, additional documentation provided by Human Resources, or within the policies of the carriers providing the benefits.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Recruiting & Talent Acquisition

• Coordinate the full-cycle recruiting process across multiple departments.
• Work closely with hiring managers to define and qualify staffing requirements.
• Write and maintain job descriptions and implement proactive recruiting strategies.
• Source and screen candidates through applicant tracking systems, networking, cold outreach, and industry research.
• Schedule and conduct interviews.
• Conduct background and reference checks in coordination with HR Specialists.
• Utilize recruiting tools to maximize high-quality candidate flow.
• Build and develop applicant sources through community outreach and career fairs.
• Maintain and update requisition postings in ADP on a weekly basis.
• Produce weekly recruiting reports for the COO and Managing Partner.

Onboarding & Orientation

• Schedule and conduct HR orientation for new hires, including talking points, videos, safety training, and department-specific requirements.
• Verify I-9 documentation during new-hire orientation.
• Create and assemble new-hire orientation folders.
• Print and bind associate handbooks.
• Assist with ordering, creating, and distributing name badges for new hires.

Training & Leadership Support

• Schedule and facilitate leadership meetings and required associate training sessions as needed, including Sexual Harassment Prevention and Safety Training.
• Support leadership development initiatives as assigned.

HR Administration & Compliance

• Create and maintain HR department binders and compliance files, including EEO, 8850, Election to Participate, and IIPP.
• Create and maintain employment files, including scanning, renaming, and uploading documents using established naming conventions.
• Collect and verify documentation received from all departments.
• Calendar, track, and coordinate associate referral bonus payments with Payroll.
• Work closely with the COO, Managing Partner, Payroll, Accounting, and Marketing departments.

General Administrative Support

• Assist with maintaining office supplies for winery departments through Staples ordering.
• Assist with creating and updating HR documents and job description templates.
• Make photocopies, mail, scan, and email documents as needed.
• Assist the HR Specialists with assigned projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the COO and/or HR Specialists.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and…