What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cellar Hand position at Elk Haven Winery?
Position: Cellar Hand
Elk Haven Winery is a boutique winery in Red Mountain AVA. We make wine from some of the best vineyard sites in WA. We produce about 3,000 cases a year.
We are hiring a part time Cellar Hand. Start date within 30 days. This position will report to the Winemaker.
As a small winery, you will get to be involved in all elements of production, as well as other aspects of winery operations. Much of the work will be done together with the Winemaker, and training will be provided where needed.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Operate forklift - bins, tanks, barrels
- Cleaning - equipment, tanks, barrels, production spaces.
- Operate winery equipment - pump, pressure washer, press, crusher-destemmer, etc.
- Harvest - crush, punch-downs, press, barrel down, etc.
- Wine aging & bottling - pull samples, SO2 adds, top, rack, empty barrels, maintenance, etc.
Qualifications:
We are open to candidates with or without winery experience.
- Forklift certified.
- Hard working, flexible, reliable, positive, and willing to learn.
- Attention to detail, have a strong work ethic.
- Willing and able to work outdoors in variable weather, lift and move 50 pounds, climb ladders, get wet and/or dirty.
- Willing and able to work extended hours and weekends during harvest.
- Driver's license" reliable transportation.
Compensation: Hourly rate DOE
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $16.66 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- Are you at least 21 years of age and are you willing to do a pre-employment, 5 panel drug test that includes marijuana?
Ability to Commute:
- Benton City, WA 99320 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Benton City, WA 99320: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17
