Weekend Winery Staff – Bistro, Retail & Event Support
Top Benefits
About the role
Join the Calamus Family!
Calamus Estate Winery, one of Ontario’s top-rated wineries and home to award-winning wines and a scenic bistro, is hiring a versatile and enthusiastic team member for a summer seasonal, part-time position. Shifts are primarily on weekends and occasional evenings.
This is a multi-functional role ideal for someone who enjoys wine, hospitality, and working in a beautiful rural setting. You’ll primarily support three areas:
- Bistro Server – Serve food and drinks during live music weekends, typically from morning until mid-afternoon.
- Retail Wine Associate – Welcome guests, guide them through tastings, offer wine recommendations, and process purchases using Square POS.
- Event Support & Retail Oversight – During weddings and private events, maintain a friendly presence in the retail shop, help restock wine, ensure restrooms stay clean, and assist with guest needs as required.
What We’re Looking For:
- A people person with Smart Serve certification
- Weekend availability is essential (Saturday/Sunday daytime, with some evening shifts)
- Experience in serving, retail, or hospitality is an asset
- Familiarity with Square POS is preferred
- Able to lift 35 lbs. and stand for most of the shift
- Friendly, organized, and reliable
To Apply:
Apply directly through Indeed, or email your resume to manager@calamuswines.com with the subject line “Weekend Staff Application”.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: 8 – 20 per week
Additional pay:
- Tips
Benefits:
- On-site parking
- Store discount
Flexible language requirement:
- French not required
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
About Calamus Estate Winery
Beginning with its early vintages, Calamus wines have been very well received by customers, wine critics and restaurants. Each vintage has produced award winning wines. With a total of 32 acres of planted vineyards Calamus Estate Winery grows award winning Chardonnay, Riesling, Pinot Gris, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot.
The 10-acre ravine behind the winery with 18 mile creek flowing though with 3 bridges, it is a scenic spot for hikes, photos. picnics and outdoor functions. We are a stone's throw from the magnificent Bruce Trail, and adjacent to Balls Falls. With our 350 Barrel Cellar, 1800's barn and NEW multi-level outdoor decks, we can host events in a spectacular setting overlooking our rolling vineyards.
The Van Helsdingen family finally realized our dream of owning a boutique artisanal winery. Bill and Fran Van Helsdingen first opened the hospitality business in Niagara in 1971. A dedication to them both is our Waterfall overlooking the vineyard. They taught us all the true meaning of hospitality. Peter and Rosalee took over the company in 1991 and started to contract with wineries throughout Niagara, being on the opening hospitality team of several successful Niagara Wineries. Makayla and Michael, 3rd generation in the hospitality business working at the winery.
Weekend Winery Staff – Bistro, Retail & Event Support
Top Benefits
About the role
Join the Calamus Family!
Calamus Estate Winery, one of Ontario’s top-rated wineries and home to award-winning wines and a scenic bistro, is hiring a versatile and enthusiastic team member for a summer seasonal, part-time position. Shifts are primarily on weekends and occasional evenings.
This is a multi-functional role ideal for someone who enjoys wine, hospitality, and working in a beautiful rural setting. You’ll primarily support three areas:
- Bistro Server – Serve food and drinks during live music weekends, typically from morning until mid-afternoon.
- Retail Wine Associate – Welcome guests, guide them through tastings, offer wine recommendations, and process purchases using Square POS.
- Event Support & Retail Oversight – During weddings and private events, maintain a friendly presence in the retail shop, help restock wine, ensure restrooms stay clean, and assist with guest needs as required.
What We’re Looking For:
- A people person with Smart Serve certification
- Weekend availability is essential (Saturday/Sunday daytime, with some evening shifts)
- Experience in serving, retail, or hospitality is an asset
- Familiarity with Square POS is preferred
- Able to lift 35 lbs. and stand for most of the shift
- Friendly, organized, and reliable
To Apply:
Apply directly through Indeed, or email your resume to manager@calamuswines.com with the subject line “Weekend Staff Application”.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: 8 – 20 per week
Additional pay:
- Tips
Benefits:
- On-site parking
- Store discount
Flexible language requirement:
- French not required
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
About Calamus Estate Winery
Beginning with its early vintages, Calamus wines have been very well received by customers, wine critics and restaurants. Each vintage has produced award winning wines. With a total of 32 acres of planted vineyards Calamus Estate Winery grows award winning Chardonnay, Riesling, Pinot Gris, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot.
The 10-acre ravine behind the winery with 18 mile creek flowing though with 3 bridges, it is a scenic spot for hikes, photos. picnics and outdoor functions. We are a stone's throw from the magnificent Bruce Trail, and adjacent to Balls Falls. With our 350 Barrel Cellar, 1800's barn and NEW multi-level outdoor decks, we can host events in a spectacular setting overlooking our rolling vineyards.
The Van Helsdingen family finally realized our dream of owning a boutique artisanal winery. Bill and Fran Van Helsdingen first opened the hospitality business in Niagara in 1971. A dedication to them both is our Waterfall overlooking the vineyard. They taught us all the true meaning of hospitality. Peter and Rosalee took over the company in 1991 and started to contract with wineries throughout Niagara, being on the opening hospitality team of several successful Niagara Wineries. Makayla and Michael, 3rd generation in the hospitality business working at the winery.