Lead Cellarhand
(Wine Jobs:
Vineyards & Cellars )
Full Time
OK Falls,
British Columbia
Blasted Church Vineyards is hiring a lead cellarhand; this is a permanent, full-time position.
We are a mid-sized winery located in Okanagan Falls that from day one, over 18 years ago, has been surrounded by talented staff, and given them the full support, trust, and resources required to perform their very best for the organization. This philosophy has helped us thrive within the industry. Furthermore, the Blasted Church team is one of the most dedicated, empowered, and customer-driven in the business. The very best team you could ever imagine having the privilege to work with.
Working with our winemaker and assistant winemaker, the lead cellarhand will be involved in all aspects of cellar work from harvest through to bottle, including lab work. We have a collaborative work environment; everyone’s input is important.
The ideal candidate will:
- Have a valid SIN or work permit number.
- Be detail driven, energetic, and an efficient team player.
- Be passionate about wine.
- Be punctual and reliable.
- Possess some mechanical aptitude.
- Be able to work inside and outside at cooler temperatures.
- Be able to work at heights.
- Be available for shift work - including weekends and evenings during vintage.
- Applicants with previous cellar experience and education will be given preference, but if you have a passion for wine and a work ethic to match, we will certainly consider your application.
- Having a valid forklift license is an asset, but not a necessity as we are able to provide certification.
Compensation will be based on experience, and will have the potential to evolve as the successful applicants roles within the team increase.
