Location
Vineland, Ontario
Hourly Wage
$20-23/hr
Job Type
Full Time
Job Overview
Join the Production Team at Tawse Winery
Tawse Winery is a family-owned, certified sustainable winery nestled on the Niagara Escarpment, with a focus on organic grape growing. Named Wine Align’s 2026 Canadian Winery of the Year, we have a long-standing reputation for producing exceptional cool-climate wines. With over 100 acres of estate vineyards and a commitment to excellence, our portfolio features world-class Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Riesling and Cabernet Franc, as well as a substantial traditional-method sparkling wine program. We also craft wines for our sister winery, Redstone, and together produce around 30,000 cases annually.
We’re looking for a motivated and reliable Cellar Hand to join our production team full-time. The ideal candidate is experienced, eager to learn, and ready to take on a dynamic role in a fast-paced winery environment. If you’re excited about great wine, care about craftsmanship, and thrive as part of a collaborative team, we’d love to hear from you.
Schedule
- January to August: Monday–Thursday, 8am–5pm; Friday, 8am–12pm
- Harvest (typically September–December): Extended hours and up to 6 days/week
Key Responsibilities
You’ll be involved in all aspects of cellar operations, including but not limited to:
- Winery sanitation, maintenance, and equipment care
- Packaging: bottling, canning, disgorging, kegging, pasteurizing, and bag-in-box
- Barrel work: filling, emptying, and sanitation
- Additions and wine, cider, and spirit transfers
- Filtration, racking, and pump operations
- Forklift and light truck operation (training available)
- Sample collection, accurate documentation, and general housekeeping
- Inventory support and inter-warehouse logistics
Additional Harvest Responsibilities
- Receive, sort, and process fruit
- Operate destemmers, presses, and related equipment
- Perform pumpovers, punchdowns, and digging out fermenters
- Clean, maintain, and sanitize harvest equipment
- Work longer days and additional days as required during harvest (overtime paid after 44 hours/week)
Requirements
What We Value in This Role
- A positive approach to team dynamics and workplace culture
- Willingness to collaborate and support colleagues
- A problem-solving mindset and ability to adapt on the fly
- Commitment to safety, communication, and shared responsibility
Qualifications
- Previous cellar experience preferred
- Degree or diploma in Oenology and Viticulture is an asset
- Strong communication skills and ability to follow procedures
- Physically capable of lifting 20 kg and working on your feet for extended periods
- Forklift experience and a G-class driver’s licence are assets
- Must be legally eligible to work in Canada
Compensation
Compensation & Benefits
- $20–$23 per hour, based on experience
- Health and dental coverage through our group benefits plan
- Overtime pay after 44 hours
- Work as part of an award-winning production team
- Hands-on experience across a wide range of winery operations
How to Apply
To Apply
Please email your resume, a brief note of interest, and the names and contact information for two references to j.otting@tawsewinery.ca. Reference letters are not accepted.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, with interviews beginning immediately. The deadline to apply is September 4, 2026. We are looking to have the successful candidate join our team by mid-September, ahead of the start of harvest.
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