Wine Server | Seasonal Part-Time | LA County Fair

Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services with a platform spanning venue development and end-to-end capabilities across venue management hospitality and sponsorship sales. Founded in 2015 the company serves a collection of seven world-class owned venues and a client roster of the most iconic arenas stadiums convention centers music festivals performing arts centers and cultural institutions spanning four continents.

We are seeking knowledgeable and customer-focused Wine Servers to join our team for the 2026 LA County Fair May 7th - May 31st. LA County Fair is open Thursday - Sunday & Memorial Day May 25th. This position is responsible for serving wine educating guests about selections and creating a welcoming and engaging experience within the Wine Garden. Ideal candidates will have previous experience working with wine and feel comfortable discussing wine varietals tasting notes and pairings with guests.

This role pays an hourly rate of $17.27 and is tip eligible.

This is a part time seasonal position from April 6 2026 to May 31 2026.

This position will remain open until May 31 2026.

The LA County Fair is a large annual event held at Fairplex in Pomona featuring food vendors entertainment and attractions. It is a fast-paced high-volume environment that requires strong organization and teamwork to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for guests.

• Serve wine to guests in a professional friendly and efficient manner.
• Provide recommendations and explain wine varietals tasting notes and basic food pairings.
• Educate guests about different wines including regions and flavor profiles.
• Properly present and pour wine according to service standards.
• Verify guest identification and ensure compliance with all alcohol service laws and company policies.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the wine service area including bar stations glassware and equipment.
• Monitor guest consumption and practice responsible alcohol service.
• Restock wine inventory and supplies as needed during service.
• Assist with opening and closing duties as assigned.
• Work collaboratively with supervisors and team members to ensure smooth operations during Fair hours.

• Previous experience serving wine bartending or working in a winery tasting room wine bar or restaurant preferred.
• Basic knowledge of wine varietals wine regions tasting profiles and pairings.
• Basic knowledge of beer and liquor.
• Ability to confidently describe wines and assist guests with selections.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) certification required (or ability to obtain prior to start date).
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced event environment.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift wine cases or supplies when needed.
• Must be available to work evenings weekends and Fair dates during the event schedule.

Preferred Experience

• Winery or tasting room experience.
• Wine sales or wine education experience.

At OVG we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation strengthens ourpeople improves ourservice and raises ourexcellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.

Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (protected class) including but not limited to veteran status uniform service member status race color religion sex national origin age physical or mental disability genetic information or any other protected class under federal state or local law.