What are the responsibilities and job description for the Winemaker position at Swedish Hill Winery?
Swedish Hill Winery, in the Finger Lakes Region of New York State, is seeking a Winemaker to join our team. Swedish Hill has long been recognized as one of the region’s premier wine producers. The product line, which includes wines for Swedish Hill Goose Watch Wineries is diverse, including premium Riesling, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, Gewürztraminer, Pinot Noir, Lemberger, Zweigelt and red Bordeaux varieties, as well as several Hybrid and Native varieties. Products also include sparkling and fortified wines. Although we produce a large number of products, we have high quality fruit sources, excellent equipment and key personnel to consistently produce some of the region’s top wines (including 3 Governor’s Cups). We have one of the region’s best equipped production facilities, as well as experienced cellar staff and QC personnel.
We offer an excellent starting salary with a competitive benefits package.
Desired Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s degree in Enology, Fermentation Science or related field
· Minimum 5 years winemaking experience
· Understanding of major winemaking, laboratory and production procedures
· Possess well developed sensory skills with the ability to develop and evaluate fermentation options and finished blends
· Wine processing equipment operation experience
· Familiarity with a range of winemaking styles and varieties
· Effective written and verbal communicator
· Collaborate with vineyard team to ensure optimal fruit quality
· Work with management to create content for marketing
· PC based computer skills
· Experience in compliance and tax reporting
· Manage inventory of winemaking supplies
· Strong organizational and leadership skills, and be able to effectively lead a cellar team
· Ability to work flexible hours when required
· Ability to lift 50 pounds and stand for extended periods of time
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Day shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $60,000 - $75,000