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Assistant Winemaker (H/F)

Fayard Winemaking • Full-time • United States • $50k - $60k / year • 4w ago

CDD 12 mois

Etats-Unis

Publiée le 15/07/2025

Description du poste

Chai / Vinification

Contrôle / Qualité / Sécurité

Viticulture

Résumé du poste :

L'assistant responsable de cave et du contrôle qualité aide a superviser toutes les opérations de la cave avec pendant la saison des vendanges, assurant l’entretien du matériel de vinification, la qualité du vin et la propreté. Ce rôle nécessite du leadership, de la coordination avec l’équipe de vinification et une gestion stratégique des processus de la cave, de la fermentation à l’élevage.

Job Summary:

The Cellar & Quality Control Manager oversees all cellar operations during the harvest season, ensuring the maintenance of winemaking equipment, wine quality, and cleanliness. This role requires leadership, coordination with the winemaking team, and strategic management of the cellar’s processes from fermentation to aging.

Key Responsibilities:

Cellar Operations Management: Supervise and coordinate cellar staff in daily operations, ensuring smooth fermentation, racking, blending, and aging processes.
Quality Control Oversight: Lead quality assurance activities, including monitoring fermentation, conducting wine analysis (Brix, pH, sulfur), and ensuring wine consistency and quality.
Equipment Maintenance & Troubleshooting: Oversee routine maintenance and repairs of winemaking equipment, ensuring minimal downtime and efficient operation.
Staff Training & Supervision: Train and supervise cellar assistants, ensuring adherence to quality control, sanitation, and safety procedures.

Sanitation & Safety Compliance: Ensure that all cellar areas, equipment, and processes meet cleanliness and safety standards, minimizing the risk of contamination.

Documentation & Reporting: Maintain detailed records of cellar activities, equipment maintenance, and quality control results for compliance and continuous improvement.

Work Conditions:

Minimum Weekly Hours: 40 hours/week throughout the year
Harvest Hours: 50-65 hours/week

Profil recherché

Niveau d'études souhaité

Bac+3 (licence/licence pro/bachelor)

Langues

Anglais ( Lu, écrit, parlé )

Expérience professionnelle

De 2 à 5 ans d'exp

Skills & Qualifications: Experience:

Extensive experience in winemaking, cellar management, or quality control, with a proven track record of managing cellar staff and equipment.
Leadership: Strong managerial skills to lead, train, and motivate cellar teams in a fast-paced environment.
Technical Expertise: In-depth knowledge of cellar operations, equipment maintenance, and winemaking processes.
Problem Solving: Ability to proactively address and resolve operational or equipment issues during the harvest.
Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills for coordinating with the winemaking team and other departments.

Informations complémentaires

Salaire annuel brut

Min 50000 €- Max 60000 €

Complément de salaire

Heures supplémentaires majorées

Date d'embauche

2025-09-01

Avantages

We can assist with J1 visas (CAEP or Experience International) and explore the possibility of an H1B visa for the right candidate.

Competitive $/hour (depending on experience)

Winery gear

Lunches provided during harvest