Job Description
Job Description:
Domaine Serene Winery is seeking a full time Cellar Assistant. This position will report to the Cellar Master and work closely with the entire winemaking team to produce wines of international significance.
Cellar Assistant Mission:
The Cellar Assistant will be responsible for carrying out day-to-day operations preforming tasks such as topping, transfers, filtration, forklifting, cleaning/sanitation and basic maintenance of equipment. They will also support bottling, shipping/receiving and warehouse operations. During the harvest season, the Cellar Assistant is expected to provide leadership and training for seasonal staff.
Core Position Expectations:
• Cellar Activities such as wine movements, topping, additions and filtration.
• Cleaning, sanitizing and sterilizing all winery equipment and facilities.
• Accurately following and completing work orders and other documentation.
• Forklift operation and routine inspection.
• Support for bottling operations – setup/breakdown, supplying wine to the bottling truck, assisting with QC and inventory, working on the line as needed, shipping finished
goods.
• Assistance with disgorging and packaging runs – setup/breakdown, back-of-the-line.
• Barrel work (cleaning & sanitation, receiving, tracking, filling, topping, racking, etc.)
• Harvest operations – vineyard sampling, fruit receival and processing, cap management, additions, inoculations, draining and pressing, barrel downs, barrel movements,
cleaning.
• Support with the direction and training of Harvest Interns.
• Assistance with cellar improvements and upkeep.
• Stocking and maintaining an accurate inventory of chemicals and winemaking supplies.
• Basic equipment maintenance (hose repair, maintaining pumps, etc.).
• Consistently maintaining a clean, tidy and safe working environment.
• Upholding examples set by Cellar Master and senior production employees regarding winery performance standards.
• Participating in winery sustainability efforts.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Self-motivated, good-humored, vigilant, adaptable, punctual and responsible.
• Able to work long and flexible hours, including nights and weekends, during peak times of the year (bottling and harvest).
• Has the ability to multi-task, work independently and within a team in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment while maintaining an emphasis on quality, efficiency and
safety.
• Able to adapt and grow within a fast-paced and dynamic organization.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions
• Operate a forklift with confidence and competence.
• Train and supervise seasonal staff during harvest
Qualifications:
• Demonstrate a clear passion for wine & the winemaking process.
• A desire to craft premium wines with a mindset for continuous improvement
• Approach tasks meticulously
• Commitment to excellence and obtaining high standards
• 2 years or more of wine production experience
• Be at least 21 years of age
• Have a valid driver’s license and reliable personal transportation
• Be able to repeatedly lift at least 50 pounds
• Be able to speak and write clearly in English
• Enology, Viticulture or wine studies degree/certificate is a plus
This is a full-time hourly position. Domaine Serene offers a generous compensation package including paid leave + 10 holidays, medical insurance including dental and vison, a 401k plan and a yearly wine allocation. Domaine Serene is an equal opportunity employer. Pay rate DOE.
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