Assistant Winemaker
(Wine Jobs:
Vineyards & Cellars )
Full Time
Prince Edward County,
Ontario
Key Responsibilities:
· Carry out all winemaking tasks issued by the winemaker in accordance with set protocols.
· Ensure all winemaking activities are carried out with high quality and attention to detail, and in a timely manner.
· Actively maintain all winery facilities, machinery and equipment.
· Communicate frequently and effectively with the General Manager and Winemaker.
· Participate in other activities as directed by the Winemaker or General Manager, such as sales and promotional activities, retail and events work.
Winery Duties:
· Carry out all Cellar tasks including barrel work, racking, topping, transfers, filtration, etc.
· Perform all laboratory analysis as needed (pH, TA, MLF, SO2, etc)
· Keep a clean, tidy and safe work environment at all times, and report any hazards or safety concerns to the Winemaker
· Ensure all winery waste is dealt with appropriately and in a timely manner
· Participate in Tasting, blending and fining trials, assisting the winemaker
· Forklift operation
· General cellar maintenance
· Ensure equipment is in working order, establish maintenance log/procedure for all winery equipment
· Evaluate/monitor wines on a regular basis and report any issues/developments to winemaker
· Preparation for harvest by ensuring that all equipment is prepared and ready for grape intake
· All aspects of grape reception and processing
· Training and supervising of harvest staff with emphasis on safety, efficiency and quality of work
Compensation TBD based on experience.