Event Specialist

Ste. Michelle Wine Estates is the largest wine company in the Pacific Northwest and one of the most prominent premium wine producers in the United States. Established in 1933, this esteemed company boasts a rich history spanning over 90 years, grounded in an unwavering commitment to quality, exceptional customer service, and deep connections with the community. Their portfolio encompasses a collection of award-winning wines farmed in Oregon and Washington, including the renowned Chateau Ste. Michelle brand along with 14 Hands, Columbia Crest, Intrinsic, Liquid Light, Northstar, and Spring Valley Vineyard. These wines are enjoyed nationwide and distributed internationally across more than 100 countries. Ste. Michelle Wine Estates thrives on an excellence-driven culture that values the spirit of people and abundance of the land, creating a benchmark in the premium wine industry.

The Event Specialist position, based in Woodinville, WA, is a full-time, hourly role eligible for tips. This role primarily supports the coordination of private events, internal trade events, and assists with the planning and execution of consumer-facing events ranging from 40 to 300 guests. The Event Specialist works onsite most of the time, with limited opportunities for remote work, especially during spring and summer when onsite presence is critical to operations. The typical work schedule runs Monday through Friday, with flexibility to accommodate evening and weekend events as needed. In this position, the Event Specialist serves as a critical liaison across departments including Sales, Marketing, Communications, and Guest Services, ensuring seamless communication and execution of events.

Key responsibilities include comprehensive event planning and execution phases such as wine sample ordering, scheduling, coordinating menus with culinary teams, managing audiovisual needs, and troubleshooting timelines and run-of-show activities. The specialist also contributes to concert season operations by supporting the Consumer Events and Concerts Manager and spearheads the end-to-end planning of the internal SMWE VIP concert experience. Furthermore, the role involves fostering collaboration with broader events teams in conceptualizing and implementing consumer events, driving private event sales goals, and serving as the onsite lead for brand activations, media events, and sales tradeshows. The ability to provide exceptional on-site leadership by coordinating vendors, engaging guests, and adapting in real-time ensures successful event outcomes.

This role requires strong organizational skills and resilience in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with overlapping deadlines. Candidates should possess sound communication skills, professionalism, and the capacity to work effectively with international partners, customers, and personnel at all organizational levels. Physical requirements include the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand and sit for extended periods, and handle physical tasks such as moving furniture and setting up event spaces. The compensation for this position ranges from $23.50 to $30.54 per hour, based on experience. Ste. Michelle Wine Estates promotes equality in pay and offer benefits that include health care coverage, paid vacation and holidays, 401(k) with employer matching, and employee wine discounts. The company culture emphasizes challenges, care, and collaboration, inspiring employees to achieve individual and collective success while supporting community and consumer engagement. Overall, this is an excellent opportunity for professionals passionate about event planning and hospitality within a prestigious wine estate environment.