Job Description:

We are seeking a full-time cellar assistant to join our production team at DelMonaco Winery & Vineyards. The Cellar Hand will be responsible for completing all types of wine and vineyard work, winery sanitation, and cellar organization as laid out by the winemaking staff, and report directly to our Cellar Master. They will also help provide leadership to harvest workers. A strong candidate for this position will be a hard worker, a self-starter, thoughtful in how they manage their time, an ability to pivot, and be a team player.

Preferred Qualifications:

Forklift/Pallet Jack Experience

Some sort of sense of humor

Basic mechanical knowledge and ability to problem solve

Skills/Experience Required:

Ability to work long hours and outside in all conditions

Ability to lift at least 50 lb.

Ability to be on your feet for extended periods

Willingness and ability to work up to 6 days/week during harvest

Previous agriculture or production experience

Willingness to take direction and follow work orders through to completion

Ability to multitask in a fluid environment

Ability to set a good example and provide leadership for interns and temporary employees

Willingness to take on new tasks and learn new skills

Ability to pivot and keep a good attitude when things don’t go to plan

Ability to work with others and independently

Respect for personal safety as well as group safety.

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Ability to communicate to a working degree in English

Reliable transportation

Strong interpersonal skills and respect for other humans in general

Essential Tasks and Duties:

Complete work orders from supervisor(s) with due diligence

Operate pumps to perform racking, blending, and all manner of wine movements

Operate harvest equipment

Perform barrel work

Perform wine filtration

Perform additions to wine

Help bottle wine

Keep the winery clean and organized

Basic maintenance on all bottling and cellar equipment

Help keep the Cellar Master apprised of the state of the wines and cellar

Provide guidance/leadership to harvest workers and temporary staff

Follow Standard Operating Procedures

Uphold quality standards in all areas of wine production

Adhere to good safety practices

Collect grape samples from vineyard

Work in the vineyard under the direction of Cellar Master and Vineyard Manager

Prune grapevines in Winter

Pick and process grapes during harvest (July-September)

Perform other duties as assigned by management (facility upkeep, tasting room assistance)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $12.00 - $16.00 per hour

Expected hours: 25 – 40 per week

Benefits:

Employee discount
Flexible schedule
On-the-job training

Work Location: In person

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