Part-Time Harvest Cellar Hand (weekday mornings)

Location: Native Bloom Winery – Ventura, CA

Employment Type: Part-Time, Seasonal Hours Vary mostly weekday mornings

Production: 8–15 tons/year, small-batch, low-intervention wines

About Us

Native Bloom Winery is a small, hands-on, and passionate winemaking team crafting low-intervention natural wines that celebrate place, care, and craftsmanship. We believe every bottle tells a story — from vineyard to glass — and we’re looking for a cellar hand who shares our dedication to quality and teamwork.

Position Overview

We’re seeking a reliable, hardworking, and curious team member to join us in the cellar, with the potential to work occasionally in the tasting room in the future. This role is ideal for someone who loves both the physical work of winemaking and the human connection of sharing wine with guests.

This is a part-time, seasonal position, starting about end of August–mid November.

Responsibilities

Cellar & Production

Assist with all winemaking activities: Grape receiving, sorting, processing. Cap management including punchdowns and pump overs.
Cleaning, sanitizing and maintain tanks, barrels, and equipment to strict cleanliness standards.
Monitoring fermentations and record cellar activities.
Move and stack cases, drag hoses, and perform other physical winery tasks.
Maintain a clean and organized cellar.

Tasting Room (as needed/future)

Greet guests warmly and provide a welcoming tasting experience.
Share the story of our wines, vineyards, and winemaking approach.
Assist with events and special tastings.

Qualifications

Able to lift 50 lbs and work on your feet for extended periods.
Comfortable with repetitive, physical tasks in varying temperatures.
Punctual and reliable!!
Positive and fun attitude and willingness to pitch in wherever needed.
Preferred: Experience in a winery, brewery, farm, or other physical production environment.
Nice to have: Food service or retail experience, basic wine knowledge (WSET Level 1/2 or interest in learning).

What We Offer

A chance to learn hands-on in a small, artisan winery setting.
Flexible part-time schedule with seasonal variety usually 2-3 mornings/week.
Opportunities to grow into tasting room and customer-facing roles.
A supportive, close-knit team that values quality, sustainability, and storytelling.
Employee discount.
Occasional harvest lunches.

We look forward to meeting you!

Job Types: Part-time, Temporary

Pay: $17.00 - $21.00 per hour

Expected hours: 4 – 16 per week

Benefits:

Employee discount
Flexible schedule
On-the-job training

Work Location: In person

Native Bloom Winery

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