Harvest cellar hand
(Wine Jobs:
Vineyards & Cellars )
Contract
Huff Estates winery
Bloomfield, Prince Edward County,
Ontario
Huff Estates Winery is looking for a cellar hand to assist the winemaker during the 2022 harvest. We are a small winery (6,000 cases) located in Prince Edward County. A good opportunity to work in a beautiful area with cool climate grapes. Starting September 1st to November 1st. Maybe longer if the weather forecast extends the harvest season.
Responsibilities:
Receiving grapes, crushing and de-stemming, loading press, pumping juices
Cleaning all harvest equipment on a daily basis
Transferring juice to tank and blending wines.
Lab work including checking densities, temperatures and inoculations.
Pumping over and pushing down during red wine fermentation.
Filling, topping and cleaning oak barrels.
Helping in the retail store & tasting bar if needed
Requirements:
Driving licence
Must find own accommodation
Punctuality, strong work ethic and enthusiastic
Ability to work long hours from early days and some late nights
Ability to lift heavy weight (60lbs)
Some experience in the wine industry or formal wine education will be an asset
Skills You Will Acquire:
Understanding crushing process
How to identify quality and recognize defects in grapes and juice
Properly taste juice for acidity, ripeness and balance
Various techniques during fermentation such as extraction, temperature control and inoculation
How To Apply
Send a resume to
[email protected] subject line: Harvest 2022