Our Core Values: Passion, Collaboration, Loyalty, Integrity and Authenticity.
At Hester Creek our roots run deep – from the wines crafted from historic old vines that were first planted to classic varietals in 1968, to our passion in creating an atmosphere of gracious hospitality for our guests, to the core values that our employees exemplify.
Our Mission is to passionately offer our guests memorable experiences through quality wines and gracious hospitality. We jointly accomplish this by growing the finest quality grapes, by dedication to exacting winemaking standards, and providing unparalleled quality service to our Winery and Villa guests, and Bench Club members. Join us in the pursuit of excellence for a rewarding career at Hester Creek Estate Winery.
Restaurant Server
Job Type: Full Time Seasonal
Compensation: Hourly wage + tips
Shift: Days, Evenings, Weekends, Holidays
About Us:
At Terrafina we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional dining experiences with great food and top-notch service. We’re looking for friendly, energetic servers to round out our exceptional team and help create memorable moments for our guests.
Responsibilities:
- Greet and seat guests in a friendly and professional manner
- Take food and drink orders accurately and efficiently
- Deliver food and beverages promptly
- Maintain knowledge of menu items, daily specials, and promotions
- Ensure guest satisfaction and handle any concerns professionally
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of dining and service areas
- Collaborate with kitchen and bar staff to ensure smooth service
Qualifications:
- Previous serving experience
- Wine Knowledge
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong work ethic and attention to detail
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
Why Work with Us?
- Friendly, team-oriented atmosphere
- Opportunities for growth
- Staff discounts and incentives
- Training provided for the right candidate
To Apply:
please email your cover letter and resume to the Restaurant Manager [email protected]
Wine Shop Ambassador
Job Type: Seasonal (End of April to October 2025)
Hourly Wage: $19 per hour plus gratuities & incentives
Hester Creek Estate Winery, located in Oliver, BC, has a legacy dating back to 1968 when our vinifera vines were first planted on the Golden Mile Bench. Our commitment to excellence has earned us numerous accolades and awards over the decades with our award-winning Tuscan inspired Terrafina Restaurant and The Villa at Hester Creek, a six-room bed and breakfast style full-service accommodation. It is also home to one of the most well-appointed wine shops in the Okanagan Valley including an 80-seat patio, 14-seat demonstration kitchen and multiple event spaces.
We are looking for reliable and enthusiastic Wine Shop Ambassadors to join us for the 2025 season. Our ambassadors are presentable, approachable, positive and personable. It is our goal to provide each guest with exemplary customer service and a ‘true wine experience.’ Our wine shop works as a team and being a team player is crucial to our success. Previous wine or hospitality experience is beneficial but not necessary. If you are willing to learn and looking to start a career in the wine industry, join our team!
We Offer:
- Positive and supportive team environment
- Learning opportunities with extensive training
- Personal and team incentives
- Gratuities & discounts
- Staff events
- Variety of tasks, experiences and challenges
- Opportunity for growth
- All things good in life: wine, food & music
Qualifications:
- Possess current Serving it Right
- Previous industry experiences beneficial but not necessary
- Willing to learn and be challenged
- Team oriented
- Flexible: able to work evenings and weekends, including holidays
- Physically able to lift 30 to 50lbs and stand for long periods of time
Email your cover letter and resume to the Wine Shop Manager: [email protected]
Chef de Partie
OLIVER, BC – Hester Creek Estate Winery is one of the oldest Estate Vineyards in the Okanagan Valley boasting the award-winning Tuscan inspired Terrafina Restaurant and The Villa at Hester Creek, a 6-room bed and breakfast style full-service accommodation. Hester Creek Estate Winery is also home of one of the most beautiful wine shops in the Okanagan Valley including an 80-seat patio, 14 seat demonstration kitchen and multiple event spaces. Hester Creek prides itself on providing a positive work culture that fully supports work life balance and focuses on continued education and employee satisfaction in all facets. The Okanagan Valley is home to some of the best culinary ingredients in Canada and has become one of the most highly travelled food and wine regions in the world. With world class ski hills, hiking, biking, beaches and lakes the Okanagan Valley provides an incredible year round living experience.
Terrafina is an all-day kitchen and looking to compliment the 2025 culinary team with a chef de Partie. The successful candidate will require a wide range of culinary expertise as well as a passion for Italian cuisine.
Qualifications:
- Red seal certification (bonus but not required)
- Food safe level 1 certification
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs., bending, moving intermittently
- Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends and holidays
- Possess a passion for the culinary arts
- Ability to stand for extended periods of time
- Able to work under pressure
- Ability to run a shift, work all stations and create unique daily specials.
- Demonstrated understanding of proper food storage and product rotation procedures to ensure freshness and quality
Please apply directly with resume and cover letter to Roger Gillespie – Director of Operations – [email protected]
JR Sous Chef
OLIVER, BC – Hester Creek Estate Winery is one of the oldest Estate Vineyards in the Okanagan Valley boasting the award-winning Tuscan inspired Terrafina Restaurant and The Villa at Hester Creek, a 6-room bed and breakfast style full-service accommodation. Hester Creek Estate Winery is also home of one of the most beautiful wine shops in the Okanagan Valley including an 80-seat patio, 14 seat demonstration kitchen and multiple event spaces.
Terrafina Restaurant at Hester Creek Estate Winery is currently looking for a Sous Chef for our award-winning Tuscan inspired restaurant. Terrafina is an all-day kitchen and the successful candidate will need to have a wide range of culinary expertise as well as a passion for Italian cuisine and be willing to work evenings and weekends.
Offering fulltime year-round employment for the right candidate along with a great working environment and culinary inspiration. This position will report directly to the restaurant chef and will handle the daily operations of the kitchen and its team in the absence of the chef.
Qualifications:
- Red seal certification (bonus but not required)
- Food safe level 1 certification
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs., bending, moving intermittently
- Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends and holidays
- Possess a passion for the culinary arts
- Ability to stand for extended periods of time
- Able to work under pressure
- Ability to monitor physical inventory, including kitchen equipment, food items, and other supplies, and generating purchase orders as needed
- Demonstrated understanding of proper food storage and product rotation procedures to ensure freshness and quality
What Terrafina at Hester Creek offers:
- Competitive wage and benefits package after completion of 3-month introductory period
- Full-time seasonal position (10 months)
- Fun and positive working environment
- A strong commitment to excellence and forward growth
- Located on the beautiful Golden Mile Bench in Oliver British Columbia in the world-renowned Okanagan Valley
- A dedicated and supportive management team
- Wine incentives
- Fun staff events
Please apply directly with resume and cover letter to Roger Gillespie – Director of Operations – [email protected]
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