Assistant Cidermaker
FilledLocation
Saanichton, British Columbia
Hourly Wage
$45000-$52000
Job Type
Full Time
Job Overview
We are seeking an Assistant Cidermaker to join our team! Interested in a career in cidermaking, winemaking or brewing? Do you love the idea of working on a farm and producing award-winning cider? Then we’d love to hear from you!
As the Assistant Cidermaker, you will play an important role in meeting daily cidermaking targets and crafting award-winning cider! Your work week will focus on all types of cidermaking activities, including preparing juice, pitching yeast, clarifying batches, preparing adjuncts, blending, chilling and monitoring fermentation under the direction of the Head Cidermaker. Some assistance with packaging operations will also be required as needed. Recording batch information, testing, and helping with process improvements are also part of the job, as are cleaning and sanitizing, and more cleaning and sanitizing. Comprehensive training is provided.
Sea Cider Farm & Ciderhouse grows certified organic cider apples and produces award-winning cider and sparkling juice near Victoria, BC. We strive to create exceptional cider experiences while supporting local food security, providing safe and fulfilling work for staff, and operating as a value-driven business. We have a sense of humour and a positive outlook; we are kind, conscientious and reliable; we enjoy collaborating and learning from one another; and we are tenacious in our efforts to produce award-winning cider and positive customer experiences. We offer competitive pay, extra perks, a flexible schedule and more.
Benefits:
- Cider Allowance
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Discounted or free food and beverages from our store
- Extended health care
- Free on-site parking
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid time off due to sickness, bereavement, or extreme weather events
- Tuition reimbursement
Schedule: Full time, four or five day work weeks, year round. Eg. Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm or Monday to Thursday 7:30am to 5:30pm
Requirements
This position is suited to someone who loves daily physical labour, is a stickler for cleanliness and following procedures, and loves cider! In addition, the position requires:
- Education: Certification or post secondary diploma in related field - required.
- Vocational experience: At least one year of cidermaking, winemaking or brewing experience - preferred. Experience in lab testing - preferred..
- Equipment experience: The ability to operate or learn how to operate pumps, filters and forklifts. Experience with lab testing equipment is an asset.
- Software: familiarity with database and spreadsheet software - preferred.
- Communication skills: excellent verbal and written skills required.
- Personal aptitude: initiative and a sense of accountability for meeting team goals. Curiosity, great listening skills and openness to feedback. Ability to work well with others and to jump in to help when needed.
- Work week flexibility: Able to work five 7.5 hour days Monday to Friday or four 9.5 hour days; willing to work flexible hours at times to meet the needs of the business.
- Physical requirements: The physical strength to safely and manually lift up to 25 kg several times daily and the physical stamina to work standing up all day. Willingness to work in cold and wet conditions at times.
- A valid Class 5 driver’s license.
- A desire to work for a business that is growing and seeking to continually improve.
Compensation
Determined based on experience.
How to Apply
Apply in confidence with a resume plus a cover letter that describes how you meet the requirements for the position. Please email this information to hr@seacider.ca no later than Friday, January 23. More information is available at www.seacider.ca/careers. We thank all applicants who apply; however, only those selected for consideration will be contacted.
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