What are the responsibilities and job description for the Winery Cellar Assistant position at Brys Estate Vineyard & Winery?
Brys Estate Vineyard & Winery is seeking a motivated and passionate individual to assist and support the Winemaker and Cellar Master in the production of high-quality wine!
Qualifications:
- Must be 21 or older at time of hire
- 1-2 years of general winery worker experience preferred, or general labor experience involving consistent heavy lifting in a production or manufacturing environment
- Ability to multi-task, work independently and with a team in a fast-paced, high volume environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness
- Ability to work long hours during harvest and busy times of the year
Job Description:
- Assist in the day-to-day operation of the winery and will perform a wide range of tasks – from processing fruit, through fermentation, to finishing, maturing, and bottling wine
- Operate cellar equipment including but not limited to pumps, presses, crusher/de-stemmer, plate and frame filters, and/or cross-flow filtration
- Moving, racking, blending, and bottling wine
- Filling, emptying, and topping oak barrels and casks
- Sanitation and cleanliness of tanks, hoses, pumps, and winery equipment
- Operate heavy machinery including forklifts and tractor
Compensation:
$15-$20 per hour depending on experience
Schedule:
Full-time, year-round. Weekly schedule varies based on the season and tasks at hand. Typical Monday-Friday 8am-3pm. Weekends on as-needed basis.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $20