Stagiaire/Winemaking Assistant (Wine Jobs: Vineyards & Cellars )

  Benjamin Bridge (http://www.benjaminbridge.com)

  Gaspereau Valley, Nova Scotia

 

Benjamin Bridge is Nova Scotia's ultra premium sparkling wine house. We are looking to hire a stagiaire that is a registered full-time student to assist our winemaking team for the summer and/or harvest. Previous vintage cellar work would be considered an asset. The position is available full time, beginning May 2014 until December 2014 (flexible start and end date).

Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily operations of the cellar, lab, and vineyard in order to meet production requirements and schedules.

• Liaise with winemaker and vineyard manager, who manage planting programs and the cultivation and production of grapes, to determine the correct time for care in the field and harvest.

• Co-ordinate with vineyard manager and external growers for any necessary tasks.

• Monitor production in the vineyard and ensure it is progressing smoothly. 

• Examine grape samples to ascertain the presence and extent of such factors as sugar, acid contents and ripeness. 

• Conduct various laboratory tests to monitor the process of grapes, to ensure their quality, such as performing routine analyses of musts and wines.

• Appropriately calibrate and standardize all equipment and lab chemicals. 

• Collect samples for analysis and trial.

• Monitor and maintain cleanliness of winery and ensure regular maintenance of equipment. 

• Actively maintain a clean, orderly, and safe laboratory work area while observing all safety rules.

• Ensure cellar and vineyard personnel observe health and safety procedures. 

• Maintain detailed records of growth in the field. 

• Maintain all records of laboratory tests

 

 

Qualifications: 

• Be registered as a full-time student in the previous and upcoming year of a winemaking program with some hands-on oenological and viticultural experience.

• Have a Canadian driver’s license and safe driving record.

• Be organized and detail-oriented with strong analytical skills and the ability to multi-task and adapt.

• Have efficient understanding of spreadsheet applications (such as Microsoft Excel) for the proper handling/archiving of all data collected in the work environment. 

• During the busy-times of harvest, display flexibility regarding the possibility of a temporary work schedule outside standard business hours. 

• Be able to work independently and as part of a team. 

• Have a willingness to take direction from others.

• Have good people skills and the ability to interact with the public. 

 

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