ABOUT THE EVENT

The International Cheese & Wine Festival is a weekend celebration of artisan cheeses and wines from around the world, presented by TasteUSA Food and Drink Festivals. Held at the Philadelphia Expo Center (100 Station Ave, Oaks, PA 19456), the festival welcomes thousands of guests across two days of guided tastings, seminars, and 60-80 vendor booths. Festival hours are 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM on Saturday, October 10 and Sunday, October 11, 2026, with load-in and setup on Friday, October 9.

THE ROLE

The Cheese Station Server runs the cheese booth and hands samples directly to attendees, keeping the station stocked, clean, and welcoming. Run the cheese booth and hand cheese samples directly to attendees. Keep the booth stocked, clean, and welcoming all day. Follow food-handling and portioning guidance. Offer friendly guest service and basic event information.

REQUIRED SKILLS

2+ years of event or hospitality experience. Warm customer service and guest-facing communication. Attention to detail and reliability. Stamina to stay on your feet through long shifts. Comfort following food-safety and portioning guidance; basic food knowledge a plus.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Mandatory staff meeting: Friday, October 9, 2026, 7:30-8:30 PM. Attendance is required for all staff.

Work hours:

Saturday, October 10 and Sunday, October 11, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM both days.

Position type:

Contract Eligibility:

Must be 18 or older and legally authorized to work in the U.S. Contract staff are paid via 1099 and complete a W-9.

Interview:

All candidates must be available for a Zoom interview.

Payment:

$500 flat rate total.

Paid by check on Sunday, October 11 at 7:00 PM, following station breakdown.

Meals:

Meals are provided for all staff on shift.

Food handling:

Follow the onsite caterer's food-safety direction; a food-handler certificate may be requested by the organizer.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Write a cover letter introducing yourself and your experience. In your cover letter, tell us your favorite wine, cheese, or both. Include two professional references. Email your cover letter and resume to camille.tasteusa@gmail.com .

Subject line:

Your Name - Cheese Station Server - an emoji that resonates with you

Benefits:

Food provided

Work Location:

In person