RECRUITER

**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:**

• $27.00 – $28.00 hourly, depending on experience

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 Abilities:

• Minimum of three years of recent recruiting experience.

• College degree preferred or equivalent professional experience.

• Proven track record in full-cycle recruiting with references.

• Strong experience with applicant tracking systems.

• Experience using job boards such as Indeed and LinkedIn.

• Exceptional sourcing and candidate engagement skills.

• Knowledge of California and federal employment laws related to hiring.

• Proficiency in ADP and Excel.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

• Ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion, and confidentiality.

• Ability to prioritize work, operate independently, and meet objectives.

Company Standards:

• Understand and uphold Ponte values and service standards.

• Ensure the safety of guests and associates.

• Follow environmental standards set by the Company.

• Treat all associates and guests in a respectful manner.

• Exhibit integrity, honesty, and professionalism at all times.