Harvest Cellar hand (Wine Jobs: Vineyards & Cellars )

  Osoyoos Larose (http://www.osoyooslarose.com)

  Osoyoos, British Columbia

As a Harvest Cellar Hand, you will play a key role in a young and dynamic team.  This seasonal role requires full availability for up to six days a week, with shifts up to 12 hours per day ( no nights). The harvest season runs from late August to late November, with the possibility to extend the contract to March of 2026. During this period, you will gain valuable hands-on experience in the vineyard and winery.

What You’ll Do

• Operate equipment to receive, sort, and press grapes.
• Take part in all winemaking decions with the team
• Vineyard scouting
• Perform key winemaking tasks, including racking, inoculations, transferring, blending, and fermentation monitoring.
• Conduct punch downs, pump overs, and dig outs.
• Assist with barrel work, such as filling, fermenting, racking, sampling, and topping.
• Clean and sanitize winery equipment to maintain a safe, efficient work environment.
• Follow standard operating procedures to ensure exceptional wine quality.
• Lab work 

Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay: $20.00–$23.00 per hour (based on experience).
• Professional development: Gain hands-on experience in small-batch, premium wine production alongside expert winemakers.
• Perks & Benefits:
  • Training
  • Safety budget
  • Accomodation
  • Free wine

• Previous vineyard or harvest experience is a plus, but enthusiastic first-time candidates are welcome!
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to multi-task and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Dependable, hands-on, and safety-conscious.
• Ability to lift 22 kg (48 lbs) regularly.
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada. International applicants must be able to secure a Canadian working visa on their own.