Vineyard Manager/Winemaking Assistant (Wine Jobs: Vineyards & Cellars )

  Planters Ridge Winery (http://www.plantersridge.ca)

  Port Williams, Nova Scotia

Planters Ridge Winery is a premium artisanal winery in the Annapolis Valley using state of the art equipment to craft our wines. We are looking to hire a passionate leader who is a graduate of a post- secondary viticulture/winemaking program.  Previous vintage cellar work would be considered an asset. This position could lead to a full-time Winemaker position for the right candidate.

 

 

Job responsibilities include:

·         Assist in all aspects of the vineyard operation including, but not limited to, pruning, tying, tucking, thinning and tractor operation

·         Assist in all cellar operations including, but not limited to, receiving grapes, de-stemming, pressing, operation of pumps, filters, temperature controls and bottling

·         Work with consulting winemaker from Ontario

·         Conduct laboratory testing throughout grape growing and winemaking.

·         Oversee daily operations and maintenance of cellar and lab in order to meet production requirements and schedules.

·         Viticulture management and liaison with contractors/growers ensuring optimum grape quality.

·         Help prepare the wines prior to bottling by assisting in tasting, blending, fining, filtration and laboratory testing and participate in procedures.

·         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

·         Maintain written procedures for cellar operations, equipment operation, and safety training

·         Generate and maintain written records of grape harvest and maintain all records of laboratory tests.

·         Be capable and willing to participate in physically demanding tasks, at times.

·         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 and bottling, 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 good people skills and the ability to interact with the public

Planters Ridge offers competitive wages. Salary will be based on education and experience. Group medical/dental plan available.

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