Help Wanted
| Title | Location | Company | Type of Work | Salary/Pay | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Class A Harvest Truck Driver | North Coast, California | $25.00/HR | 08/14/2017 | ||
| Bottling Line-Permanent, Year-Round | North Coast, California | Sonoma Beverage Works | Full-Time | $12.50 + generous benefits | 08/09/2017 |
| Sales Manager & Brand Ambassador | North Coast, California | Tyge William Cellars | Full-Time | 08/03/2017 | |
| Boutique Western NY winery | other | Woodbury Vineyards, Inc. | Full-Time | Negotiable | 08/03/2017 |
| SOMMELIER – BRANDS AMBASSADOR | other | Palladion Signature Import (PSI) Limited | Part-Time | Commission earnings average $75-$100 per case wholesale | 08/02/2017 |
| Class A Harvest Truck Driver | North Coast, California | Harvest Help | $25.00/HR | 07/31/2017 | |
| Assistant winemaker | Central Coast, California | SHOKRIAN Vineyard | Harvest Help | To be discussed | 07/30/2017 |
| Oregon Harvest Internship | Oregon | Wine by Joe/Dobbes Family Estate | Harvest Help | DOE | 07/26/2017 |
| Quality Assurance Supervisor | North Coast, California | TricorBraun-WinePak | Full-Time | 07/26/2017 | |
| Harvest Assistant | North Coast, California | DaVero Farms & Winery | Full-Time | Hourly | 07/24/2017 |
| Full Time Wine Educator | North Coast, California | Sojourn Cellars | Full-Time | 07/20/2017 | |
| Tasting Room Lead | Washington | Badger Mountain Vineyard & Powers Winery | Part-Time | DOQ | 07/13/2017 |
| Production Manager for Barrel Cooper | North Coast, California | Full-Time | 06/28/2017 | ||
| Apprentice Cooper for Barrel Coopera | North Coast, California | Full-Time | 06/28/2017 | ||
| Hiring Tasting Room GM & Wine Club | North Coast, California | Equality Vines | Full-Time | DOE | 06/27/2017 |
| Harvest Cellar Staff | North Coast, California | RD Winery | Harvest Help | DOE | 08/16/2017 |
| Harvest Intern | North Coast, California | Storybook Mountain Vineyards | Harvest Help | DOE | 08/02/2017 |
| Instructional Assistant III, Viticul | North Coast, California | Part-Time | Instructional Assistant III, Viticulture and Winery Technology | 07/21/2017 | |
| Cellar Worker | other | Arrington Vineyards | Full-Time | Hourly, | 07/15/2017 |
| Cellar Worker Wanted | North Coast, California | White Oak Winery | Full-Time | DOE | 07/11/2017 |
| Skilled Cellar Worker | North Coast, California | ConeTech, Inc. | Full-Time | 06/21/2017 | |
| Full Charge Bookkeeper/Compliance | North Coast, California | Full-Time | DOE | 06/20/2017 | |
| Tasting Room/Wine Club Manager | North Coast, California | Full-Time | DOE | 06/20/2017 | |
| Need Cellar Help, good starter job! | North Coast, California | Carol Shelton Wines | Harvest Help | Hourly, DOE. | 06/16/2017 |
| Harvest Production Assistant | North Coast, California | Gundlach Bundschu Winery | Harvest Help | 06/13/2017 | |
| DTC/ Tasting Room Position | North Coast, California | Davis Family Vineyards | Full-Time | Depends on experience | 06/13/2017 |
| Vineyard Worker | North Coast, California | Saddleback Cellars | Full-Time | $17.00/hr | 06/09/2017 |
| Experienced Tasting Room/Event Staff | North Coast, California | Nelson | Part-Time | $14/hr to $18/hr | 06/06/2017 |
| Full Time Tasting Room Lead Host | North Coast, California | Wind Gap Wines | Full-Time | DOE | 06/02/2017 |
| Sales Assistant | Central Valley, California | Full-Time | $12/hour + comm | 05/26/2017 | |
| Tasting Room associate/ Sebastopol | North Coast, California | Occidental Road Cellars | Part-Time | DOE | 05/18/2017 |
| Seasonal Viticulture Technician | Central Coast, California | Dierberg and Star Lane Vineyards | Harvest Help | DOE | 05/18/2017 |
| Bottling Production Director | Central Valley, California | Constellation Brands | Full-Time | DOE | 05/15/2017 |
| Maintenance Manager for Supplier | North Coast, California | DOE | 04/14/2017 | ||
| Wine Club Lead Sales | Sacramento Valley/Sierra Foothills | Miller Wine Works | DOE | 04/14/2017 | |
| Title | Location | Company | Type of Work | Salary/Pay | Date |
Class A Harvest Truck Driver
August 14, 2017
Job Description/Qualifications
Part Time Class A Harvest Truck Driver Sonoma County. Must be able to pull doubles.
Bottling Line-Permanent, Year-Round
August 9, 2017
Company
Sonoma Beverage Works
Sales Manager & Brand Ambassador
August 3, 2017
Company
Tyge William Cellars
Job Description/Qualifications
Tyge William Cellars is looking for an energetic Brand Ambassador/ Sales Manager, whose sole focus will be the brand development and sales growth of TWC wines in key regional markets throughout the United States. Tyge William Cellars is a family owned winery in Sonoma, California. Essential Functions: Collaborate with and influence TWC distributors to ensure sales. Establish and maintain route frequency for responsible territory and assigned accounts to grow on and off premise sales. Support TWC marketing initiatives and tasting programs by telling the TWC story. Educate/assist and inform on all TWC products to distributors Responsible for promoting TWC to the public through private tastings and sale of wine and non-wine products at the winery. Oversee the TWC tasting room daily operations to ensure that the team is providing first rate customer service and promoting the wines with the goal of making memorable experiences at the winery. Availability to work weekdays, weekends, and some evenings and some holidays. Position purpose/general duties: Greet visitors as they enter the winery and invite them for a tasting Coordinate with TR staff to efficiently manage visitors Provide the latest information on the wines, techniques, …
Boutique Western NY winery
August 3, 2017
Company
Woodbury Vineyards, Inc.
Job Description/Qualifications
Seeking general manager with experience in all phases of small winery. Many opportunities. Winemaker who would like to get into management or ownership is very welcome to apply. Send resume to lawjobs2014@gmail.com
SOMMELIER – BRANDS AMBASSADOR
August 2, 2017
Company
Palladion Signature Import (PSI) Limited
Job Description/Qualifications
PREMIUM FINE WINE SALES – NYC, DC, ATL, MIA, SF, LA SOMMELIER – BRANDS AMBASSADOR Sell our exclusive premium French & Italian fine wines at wholesale to upscale fine dining restaurants. Most of our current placements are on the wine lists of several Michelin-star restaurants. Commission-based, earn thousands for only a few hours per week, our premium cuvees practically sell themselves. Aggregate earnings average $75-$100 per case wholesale, with specific product commissions ranging from $35-$755 per case wholesale. Responsibilities • Demonstrate expertise in fine French and Italian Wines—especially Champagne, Bordeaux, Alsace, Burgundy, and Piedmont appellations—and develop a deep understanding of the exclusive fine wines offered in the exceptional wine portfolio of Palladion Signature Import (PSI) Limited • Propose to the cognizant Regional Sales Manager and National Operations Director an ever-growing list of upscale fine dining restaurants (and their wine buyers) to comprise your Client Accounts Portfolio • Judiciously present tastings of fine wine samples to authorized buyers (wine directors, head sommeliers, general managers, etc.) • Take purchase orders and (if necessary) assist clients’ buyers with new account setups in their purchasing system • Adhere to sales guidelines and available stock via online/live inventory CRM system • Comply with reporting and …
Class A Harvest Truck Driver
July 31, 2017
Job Description/Qualifications
Part Time Class A Harvest Truck Driver Sonoma County. Must be able to pull doubles.
Assistant winemaker
July 30, 2017
Company
SHOKRIAN Vineyard
Job Description/Qualifications
New winery looking for assistant winemaker. Winery on site at the Vineyard in Los Alamos, tucked inside Cat Canyon Rd. Making about 500 cases. Great opportunity to be hands and possibly make your own wine. Need help with all aspects of winemaking, including setting up winery itself. Call Babak at 323-717-7870
Oregon Harvest Internship
July 26, 2017
Company
Wine by Joe/Dobbes Family Estate
Job Description/Qualifications
Wine by Joe/Dobbes Family Estate located in Dundee Oregon is hiring for the upcoming grape harvest. We are a diverse company with two different cellars that produce 3 in house labels in addition to several custom crush labels. Opportunities are available in both our large scale and our boutique production facility. Our winery processes over 3,000 tons of fruit and though Pinot Noir is our flagship, we also make Pinot Gris, Syrah, Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc, Viognier and were the first producers in Oregon to make a single variety Grenache Blanc! The position will start in late August/early September until the end of October/first of November with the possibility of extension for workers with a great work ethic and attitude. PRIMARY PURPOSE Harvest Interns will assist the production and winemaking staff with all harvest-related activities. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Processing and sorting fruit. • Sanitize equipment, chemical handling. • Operating a forklift. • Racking and pumping of juice and wine; moving hoses and equipment • Punch downs. • Cleaning and sanitize all winery equipment. • Filling and emptying barrels. • Making chemical additions to juice and wine. • Working long hours including evenings and weekends. • Completing and filling out …
Quality Assurance Supervisor
July 26, 2017
Company
TricorBraun-WinePak
Job Description/Qualifications
About us TricorBraun WinePak was founded in 1982. At that time we were known as Caliber Wine. TricorBraun, our parent company, acquired Caliber Wine in 1997 but only changed the name to Caliber Winepak in 2010. Meanwhile, Trilogy Glass & Packaging Inc. was founded in 2004 and quickly grew to be a major supplier of high-quality wine bottles. Trilogy became part of TricorBraun WinePak in 2012, broadening our base of suppliers and deepening our connections to winemakers across North America. With locations in Northern and Southern California, Oregon, Washington, and British Columbia, today we are North America's leading wine bottle distributor. But our traditions really started much earlier. In 1902, Samuel Kranzberg founded the Northwestern Bottle Company. From the beginning, a tradition of enhanced options was established by distributing the first blow-molded glass bottles to customers. Fast forward to today. We are the combined history, talents and resources of storied players in the industry, including Northwestern Bottle Company, Texberry Container, Caliber Packaging, W. Braun Company, Packaging Plus, Packaging West, Smith Container, Cal-West Tool & Mold, Fenton, Weber & Jones, I-Pak, Ryco Packaging Corporation, Columbia Packaging, Penn Bottle and Supply Co., and Trilogy Glass and Packaging, Inc. Through a combination of …
Harvest Assistant
July 24, 2017
Company
DaVero Farms & Winery
Job Description/Qualifications
Harvest Assistant DaVero Farms & Winery is a small, family-run farm and winery. We are certified Biodynamic, grow olives and most of our grapes, make our wine on site, and sell 100% directly to end consumers. As a consequence, we are establishing a reputation as a producer of exceptional Italian varietal wines – some of which are the only of their kind in Sonoma. Our small team handles every aspect of the production cycle, including: planting and pruning; choosing the proper time to harvest; crush; managing spontaneous or wild yeast fermentations; barrel aging; and bottling. Our winemaking style is very self-directed and we utilize traditional methods to make exceptionally age worthy and classic expressions of our grapes and blends. Because of our small size, the Harvest Assistant position for which we are recruiting requires an individual with knowledge and experience of Mediterranean grapes and traditional fermentation practices so they can contribute in every aspect of our harvest, crush, and winemaking. They will report to our Winemaker, who supervises the entire cycle from growing through bottling, some of the responsibilities include: • Cultivation: vine training and pruning; assist with building compost; spreading of compost and compost teas. • Vineyard monitoring: sampling …
Full Time Wine Educator
July 20, 2017
Company
Sojourn Cellars
Job Description/Qualifications
Sojourn Cellars is a highly-acclaimed, artisan producer of Pinot noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Chardonnay located in the town of Sonoma. We are looking for a professional, driven, experienced Tasting Salon Host and Wine Educator to facilitate consumer sales and provide an exceptional guest experience at our by-appointment sit-down style Tasting Salon. This is a hospitality position and weekend availability is required. You will be responsible for providing our guests of the Sojourn Tasting Salon an outstanding experience and developing relationships that promote sales and brand loyalty. You will also help with special events and support other direct sales and marketing activities. We are looking for an enthusiastic individual with a passion for wine and strong sales skills. You must be motivated and enjoy working with the public and providing exceptional customer service! Qualifications: • Previous wine sales experience a must • Ability to work independently as well as part of a small team • Willingness to work weekends and weekdays as a normal schedule • Excellent communication skills and a positive attitude • Knowledge of wine and local industry • Effective at promoting sales and representing a luxury brand • Excellent time management skills • Self-motivated with ability to proactively …
Tasting Room Lead
July 13, 2017
Company
Badger Mountain Vineyard & Powers Winery
Job Description/Qualifications
Badger Mountain Vineyard and Powers winery seeks an outgoing, detail-oriented person to join our expanding family as a Tasting Room Lead as well as occasionally represent us at both on and offsite events. A strong wine knowledge with previous experience in a winery/tasting room, restaurant or hospitality related business is required. We're looking for that special person who embodies the following: social, positive, dependable, strong work ethic, team player, professional, excellent verbal and interpersonal communication skills, self-motivated, a strong attention to detail, excellent "floor vision", articulate, highly organized, able to multi-task and is comfortable with POS program applications and technology in general. A passion for wine and the Washington wine industry is necessary to succeed in this position, as well as the ability to excel without supervision. Schedule flexibility is extremely helpful for this position as it requires the ability to occasionally work events, frequently in the evening. Additional details are listed below. • 20-25 hours per week and occasionally more • Occasional weekends required with the potential for additional shifts via events and other needs for our tasting rooms • Principal duties of a Tasting Room Lead are to provide wine tastings, education and a memorable experience for our …
Production Manager for Barrel Cooper
June 28, 2017
Job Description/Qualifications
The Production Manager will be responsible for the hands-on supervision of the manufacturing process and the production team. The job requires the individual to be a team player with the ability to function well in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Responsibilities: • Determine production schedule based on work/order demand. • Monitor inventory levels to avoid back orders. • Supervise and motivate production personnel. • Monitor supplies for the production process and communicate with purchaser when additional supplies are needed. • Provide status updates on orders. • Oversee machinery maintenance and repairs. • Oversee quality control on all outgoing products. • Supervise shipping and receiving. • Initiate suggestions to help improve the production process and the facility. Requirements: • Previous experience in a supervisory role in a manufacturing environment. • Strong organizational skills. • Must be a hands-on supervisor willing to perform in a production role. • Forklift certification a plus. • Ability to occasionally lift and move heavy objects up to 100 lbs. • Proof of employment eligibility. • California Driver’s License and proof of insurance. • Bilingual (Spanish/English) a plus. The position will begin as part-time, but hours will increase as the season progresses. Hours of operation are Monday – …
Apprentice Cooper for Barrel Coopera
June 28, 2017
Job Description/Qualifications
The position will begin as part-time, but hours will increase as the season progresses. We are looking for someone who would like to learn the trade of barrel making and repair. Requirements: • Knowledge of woodworking. • Ability to use woodworking equipment such as saws, planers and sanders. • Ability to occasionally lift and move heavy objects up to 100 lbs. • Forklift certification a plus. • Proof of employment eligibility. • Bilingual (Spanish/English) a plus. Hours of operation are Monday – Friday, 7:00AM - 3:30PM. Ninety day probation period. If you have the required experience, a good employment track record with references, are reliable, dependable, honest and hardworking, please email your resume and/or cover letter.
Hiring Tasting Room GM & Wine Club
June 27, 2017
Company
Equality Vines
Job Description/Qualifications
Are you passionate about wine, viticulture and social issues? We are opening the first of our planned Tasting rooms in July in Sonoma County. The vision is simple. World class winemakers produce limited release (100-200 case) productions of wines with their signature, our brand, and one great cause: EQUALITY Intrigued? Contact us Experienced? Contact us (we are hiring a Tasting Room manager with industry experience) This position will be part of our Management Team. Experience preferred, Passion required
Harvest Cellar Staff
August 16, 2017
Company
RD Winery
Job Description/Qualifications
Primary Cellar Worker Responsibilities: Performs all work activities in the cellar, including but not limited to running all equipment such as pumps, filters and harvest machinery as well as setting up hoses & tanks. Performs duties such as topping, racking, pumpovers and monitors fermentation Carries out proper sanitation techniques for cleaning, sanitizing and storing all winery equipment and cellar activitis Carries out specialized functions in the cellar during harvest, including but not limited to, additions to fermenting barrels and tanks and barrel filling and/or emptying. Ability to follow written and verbal instruction. Accurately completes work orders Performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned. Expectation: Perform basic math calculations to complete written work orders. Has a positive attitude and is able to work in a team with fellow winery employees Ability to work flexible shifts, overtime and including graveyard during Harvest. Able to work split shifts. Physical Demands: Rotating shifts, including graveyard and long hours may be required during grape harvest. Frequent walking, including going up and down stairs and ladders, dragging wine hoses and bending are required. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds continuously Ability to shovel 50 pounds- digging out tanks Ability to stand for extended periods of …
Harvest Intern
August 2, 2017
Company
Storybook Mountain Vineyards
Job Description/Qualifications
Storybook Mountain Winery in Calistoga is looking for an intern for the 2017 harvest. The duties for the role include (but are not limited to): • Cleaning and sanitizing tanks and winery equipment • Barrel maintenance and stacking • Lifting lug boxes of fruit onto pickup truck • Performing pumpovers • Monitoring fermentations • Draining, digging and pressing tanks Must have: • A positive attitude to wet and dirty work, attention to detail • Ability to lift weights 50 lbs. • Ability to work long hours on any day of the week • Provide own housing, transportation and be able to legally work in the United States • Strong communication and organization skills Contact Will - 707-942-5310 or email colleen@storybookwines.com
Instructional Assistant III, Viticul
July 21, 2017
Job Description/Qualifications
Napa Valley College Instructional Assistant III, Viticulture and Winery Technology Classified, Less than Full-time Salary: $1,730.50 - $2,320.50 Monthly Deadline: 8/7/2017 Complete job description and application available online at: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/napavalley/jobs/1776898/instructional-assistant-iii-viticulture-and-winery-technology?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs DESCRIPTION Napa Valley College is seeking an Instructional Assistant III to assist faculty and provide support services for the vineyard, laboratories, and classrooms within the Viticulture and Winery Technology (VWT) Program. The VWT Program offers courses to prepare students for entry-level positions and help current industry employees to advance in their careers. Students learn to apply viticulture and winemaking theory for decision-making in actual production situations. College facilities include classroom and laboratory buildings, vineyards, and a teaching winery. The position reports to the Dean, Career Technical Education and Workforce Development. The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following: complete routine vineyard and laboratory tasks; assist with instructional activities in the vineyard and classroom; assist students and faculty in the use of instructional and vineyard equipment; order, inventory, and maintain vineyard equipment and supplies; assist with Viticulture and Winery Technology classes; perform some clerical duties; and perform other related duties as assigned. This is a part-time (20 hours per week), 11-months-per-year, classified position. The salary will …
Cellar Worker
July 15, 2017
Company
Arrington Vineyards
Job Description/Qualifications
Arrington Vineyards is currently looking for one Harvest Cellar Worker to join us for the 2017 harvest. You will be working directly with the winemaker and assistant learning and performing all aspects of crush activities throughout the harvest season. Responsibilities will include all aspects of cellar and barrel operations. Harvest duties to be assigned depending on skill level, and may include equipment sanitation, grape receiving, operating crush equipment, crushing, pressing, racking, fermentation monitoring, juice/wine transfers, pump overs, barrel work, forklift operation, and additions. Successful Candidates Will Have: • Previous experience in winery production. • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Both reading and writing comprehension of English. • Strong interpersonal skills; must be able to function as part of the team. • Committed to maintaining cellar sanitation and organization. • Ability to lift 55 lbs, good physical condition and be able to stand for long periods. • A positive attitude and a willingness to enjoy the work and the company of your coworkers. Contact: Chase@arringtonvineyards.com
Cellar Worker Wanted
July 11, 2017
Company
White Oak Winery
Job Description/Qualifications
Cellar and vineyard work, will train as needed
Skilled Cellar Worker
June 21, 2017
Company
ConeTech, Inc.
Job Description/Qualifications
ConeTech, Inc. is the world leader in alcohol and flavor management, offering services to premium wineries ranging from alcohol adjustment using the Spinning Cone Column to VA removal using Reverse Osmosis. We are seeking a Skilled Cellar Worker to work various shifts at our location in Santa Rosa, CA. This position has potential for growth within the company. This is a hands-on role with a variety of responsibilities including, but not limited to: Regular shipping and receiving of wine via tankers and portable tanks Common wine additions General cellar hygiene including tank washing, pressure washing, etc. Daily tracking of wine movements including data entry Quality control management and running laboratory analysis Represent ConeTech with integrity and pride to our vast customer base The ideal candidate is a self-starter and must able to work well with a tight knit team. Applicants must be able to stand for long periods of time, walk, bend, reach and lift upwards of 50 pounds and be comfortable on catwalks. The candidate must be available for any shift. ConeTech offers one of the strongest benefit packages in the industry along with a competitive wage. If you think you’re the right person for this post and would …
Full Charge Bookkeeper/Compliance
June 20, 2017
Job Description/Qualifications
Small Lake County Winery. 10 years experience. Must be able to work independently.
Tasting Room/Wine Club Manager
June 20, 2017
Job Description/Qualifications
Immediate opening at small Lake County Winery. Qualified candidates must be able to work weekends/independently, lift 40+ lbs., have at least 5 years of wine tasting room/wine club experience, excellent customer service skills, and be able to run all operational activities associated with running a retail wine business.
Need Cellar Help, good starter job!
June 16, 2017
Company
Carol Shelton Wines
Job Description/Qualifications
We need someone for Crush who can start in mid/late July and work at least thru November. Might have some long hours, wide range of cellar work involving vineyard sampling and sorting, destemming, pressing, pumpovers and punchdowns, additions, measuring Brix/Temps, filling barrels, stirring barrels, cleaning tanks and barrels, some casegoods stacking...great place to learn if you can bring a good attitude, strong back and willingness to contribute to our team. Might turn into a full-time position but no promises.
Harvest Production Assistant
June 13, 2017
Company
Gundlach Bundschu Winery
Job Description/Qualifications
SUMMARY: This position provides a unique introduction opportunity to experience many facets of winemaking harvest work including grape maturity sampling in the vineyard, grape sample analysis in the lab, daily harvest cellar work and, at times, will conduct additional laboratory analysis. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: - Laboratory Duties- - Responsible for performing and keeping accurate records of all analysis including fermentation monitoring and general wine analysis (°Brix/pH/TA/SO2/VA). - Vineyard/Laboratory Duties- - Responsible for collecting and analyzing grape maturity samples, maintaining accurate records of all analyses, and reporting observations to winemaking staff - Cellar Duties-Responsible for performing a variety of cellar operations including but not limited to: - Grape receival and operation of crushing equipment, equipment sanitation, fermentation monitoring and cap management (pump overs/punch downs), juice/wine movements and additions, and other tasks as necessary QUALIFICATIONS: • Previous harvest experience required • Reliable and self-motivated with a positive attitude • Excellent written and oral communication skills • Acute attention to detail • Well versed in Microsoft Excel and Word • The ability to work both independently and as a team member • Receptive to a diversity of individuals at all organizational levels • Ability to understand and comply with any and all …
DTC/ Tasting Room Position
June 13, 2017
Company
Davis Family Vineyards
Job Description/Qualifications
Davis Family Vineyards is family owned, making small lots of handcrafted artisan wines. We are an award winning winery in the heart of Healdsburg looking for the perfect fit to complete our dynamic team. Our ideal candidate is incredibly personable, with great sales ability and quick to learn the story of crafting these world class wines. Responsibilities Include: • Basic operations of the tasting room • Focus on increasing tasting room sales and wine club sign-ups • Ability to execute all necessary functions on the point of sales system- tasting room transactions, shipping, will call, futures orders, etc. • Excellent communication and organizational skills • Assistance with special events (organization and execution) Qualifications: • Tasting room experience preferred • Hospitality/ sales background preferred • Ability to lift and carry up to 45 lbs regularly • A self-starter who works well independently and in groups • Passion for wine and the willingness to expand wine knowledge • Flexible schedule. Weekends required.
Vineyard Worker
June 9, 2017
Company
Saddleback Cellars
Job Description/Qualifications
Saddleback Cellars is looking for a vineyard /cellar employee. This is a full time position with health benefits. Duties include assisting in all vineyard activities including, but not limited to, leafing, suckering and trellis training. Cellar duties include cleaning, sanitizing, racking and pumpovers. Assisting cellar master as needed and other duties as assigned by supervisor. Must observe all safe work practices. Must have strong communication and teamwork skills. Must be able to read and interpret documents. Must be able to carry out work in a timely manner. Must have valid CA driver’s license. Ability to lift 50lbs
Experienced Tasting Room/Event Staff
June 6, 2017
Company
Nelson
Job Description/Qualifications
Experienced Tasting Room / Event Staff St. Helena, CA Compensation: $14 - $18 per hour Nelson Staffing is currently looking for Experienced Tasting Room & Special Event staff for Napa/St Helena/Calistoga Clients. Positions include: Tasting Room, Food Runners, Banquet Servers, Bussers and Dishwashers. Requirements: • Serving experience preferred • Clean background and drug screen • Standard black and black attire • 21 and over preferred • Availability to work weekends Please call even if you are available for part time - we have many opportunities!! Open Interviews Every Tuesday and Wednesday Morning 8am to 11am in our Napa Nelson Staffing Office - 513 Lincoln Ave - Call 707-255-7438 for details Experienced Tasting Room / Event Staff St. Helena, CA Compensation: $14 - $18 per hour
Full Time Tasting Room Lead Host
June 2, 2017
Company
Wind Gap Wines
Job Description/Qualifications
Lead Host Job responsibilities will include: • Confidently hosting a diverse range of guests at our tasting room and wine bar in downtown Sebastopol • Performing iPad sales transactions using the Vin65 POS software platform • Reconciliation of cash, which includes opening and closing procedures. • Restocking and inventory of wine and non-wine items. • All operational activities associated with running a retail wine business. • Assisting with hospitality events on and off-site. Top applicants will possess: • Positive attitude and enthusiasm towards job, customers, and co-workers • Personable and approachable nature • Ability to anticipate guest needs and provide exceptional service • Ability to demonstrate productivity and initiative • Wine & product knowledge, and ability to communicate and sell effectively • Dependability, timeliness, and attention to detail • Team mentality Bonus points if you: • Have a formal wine education • Like spinning records • Drink Northern Rhône reds in your spare time Qualified candidates must be able to work weekends, lift 40+ lbs., have at least 1 year of wine tasting room or restaurant experience, excellent customer service skills, and the ability to work extended hours during events.
Sales Assistant
May 26, 2017
Job Description/Qualifications
Small winery seeking a motivated individual to assist with the daily operational activities of our sales office. Helping office manager with accounts payable and receivable, inventory, compliance and other clerical activities. Also taking on sales tasks, once trained, that could earn a modest commission. The ideal candidate is a team player, has great verbal and written communication, is proficient in computer applications (especially Microsoft Excel), and a self-starter with the ability to learn quickly. No previous winery experience necessary. Sales and/or office admin experience a plus. Base hourly pay plus commission (once trained)
Tasting Room associate/ Sebastopol
May 18, 2017
Company
Occidental Road Cellars
Job Description/Qualifications
We are a small family owned and operated vineyard and winery company with a tasting room located in Sebastopol, CA. We are looking for part-time tasting room help (28 - 35 hours per week). Tasting room hours are Thursday thru Monday 10:30am - 5:30pm. The job duties will include all aspects of operating the tasting room each day as well as occasional off-site tasting events. If you have an outgoing personality and love wine and talking about wine with like minded people, this could be the ideal job. Suitable candidate would have retail POS experience and previous wine industry background. Must be proficient with Microsoft Window and Excel and willing to work weekends. Key Responsibilities: * Perform hospitality functions in the tasting room. Includes greeting guests, providing tasting and wine education, and general tourism assistance and recommendations in the area. * Manage retail and wine club sales. * Manage existing wine club, promote wine club, and interact and maintain wine club member relationships. * Develop and foster industry relationships to promote referrals. * Keep tasting room stocked with necessary supplies. * Perform various cleaning duties such as washing glasses, dusting, stocking wine shelves, sweep/mop floors and keeping restroom and public …
Seasonal Viticulture Technician
May 18, 2017
Company
Dierberg and Star Lane Vineyards
Job Description/Qualifications
Twenty years ago, Jim and Mary Dierberg settled in Santa Barbara County to fulfill their dream of building an estate winery capable of rivaling the greatest houses of Burgundy and Bordeaux. Today, the Dierberg and Star Lane brands capture the diverse and unique terroirs of Santa Barbara County in world-class wines. Come join our team and help contribute to the founders’ 250 year plan for continued sustainability and excellence Dierberg and Star Lane Vineyards are currently looking for a talented Viticulture Technician to join our team in Santa Barbara County. We farm and produce wine from 450 planted acres on three vineyards in Happy Canyon, Santa Rita Hills and Santa Maria Valley AVAs. This is a very unique opportunity to join a luxury estate producing the major varieties of Santa Barbara County: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sauvignon Blanc and Syrah. The Viticulture Technician will report to the Vineyard Manager. This position will be responsible for vineyard data collection, data management and technical viticulture on all estate properties. - Collect soil, vine, weather and phenology data. - Manage vineyard data acquisition systems: Tule Actual ET, Sentek soil moisture probes, Trimble Soil Information Systems and weather stations. - Maintain and improve …
Bottling Production Director
May 15, 2017
Company
Constellation Brands
Job Description/Qualifications
Position Summary: Provides leadership and expertise to the Bottling Department in concert with other winery functions to manufacture finished goods that meet company objectives in quality, volume, and timing. Works in collaboration with other business partners to achieve goals in a safe, effective manner. Oversees the department and is responsible for maintaining department and Company goals to delivery productivity, efficiency and cost accountabilities. This position follows standard work methods and practices safe work habits to ensure production is as efficient and safe as possible. Key Responsibilities: • Works within the department and with other departments to ensure a safe work environment. • Supports safety initiatives and policies to safeguard personal safety, company property and the safety of employees. • Responsible for department budgeting using diverse resources. • Prioritizes and supports real time operation and long term productivity, quality and efficiency goals. • Builds strategic relationships with peers in order assure effective communication, execution of procedures and performance of overall operations. • Interacts with vendors to leverage technology, purchase equipment and services and resolve long term equipment, training and process issues. • Motivates supervisors to achieve department standards and goals. • Communicates corporate and facility information to the department. • Identifies, …
Maintenance Manager for Supplier
April 14, 2017
Job Description/Qualifications
Under the supervision of the Production Manager, position will entail the responsibility for effectively creating a Preventative Maintenance Program for all equipment at Company, American Canyon site, executing the program, and working with the team to keep up with all activities associated with the equipment. Management : Achieve goals and objectives by managing and supporting all maintenance related to the production packaging materials, color matching equipment, and Knurling equipment. •Managing and leading a Maintenance Team. o Effectively plan, coordinate and implement machine inspection and hands on preventive maintenance e.g. weekly, monthly, quarterly, and yearly. Maintain detailed record of machine maintenance and action plans e.g. PDCA documentation as required by Company standard. o Establish a means of communication between each shift to discuss all issues pertaining to each equipment center. o Responsible for managing the inventory of all spare parts for all equipment centers. • When necessary, position will also entail the responsibility of providing continuity to the operations team by overseeing the tasks of the Production Manager and/or CI and Project Manager. • Evaluates and recommends cost savings and improving equipment efficiency. Assist in implementation of quality conformity and outperformance goals. Meet customer service by respecting end of production dates. …
Wine Club Lead Sales
April 14, 2017
Company
Miller Wine Works
Job Description/Qualifications
Miller Wine Works is looking to expand our existing close-knit group. This position is multi-faceted, and will involve coordinating bi-annual Wine Club shipments, and providing a lively, fun, and educational experience for our guests through knowledge of our unique history and wines. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: *Must be 21, able to lift 45 lbs, and stand for extended periods of time. *Available weekends primarily, some holidays, and an occasional evening. *Applicant must be a motivated self-starter *Proficiency in retail sales a must. Ideal candidates would additionally possess the following qualities: *Culinary background a plus. *Experience with Vin65 PoS very helpful. *Flexibility to share responsibility with cheese shoppe operations. There is considerable opportunity for cross training in our operation. Our tasting room is in concert with our sister operation The Sutter Creek Cheese Shoppe. Both are located @ 33 B Main Street, Sutter Creek, Ca 95685. Compensation DoE Please send Resumes with cover letter and references to: gary@millerwineworks.com We are looking to hire immediately. Thank you for your interest.
