Assistant Winemaker (Wine Jobs: Vineyards & Cellars )

Full Time

  Mt. Boucherie Winery (http://www.mtboucherie.com)

  West Kelowna, British Columbia

About Us

Mount Boucherie Estate Winery crafts site-driven wines from 200+ acres of Okanagan and Similkameen terroir. Nestled above Okanagan Lake, our estate includes a bustling tasting room and The Modest Butcher, recognized for its fresh, farm-to-table cuisine. We’ve earned multiple Best of Kelowna awards and acclaim at national and international wine competitions. We’re passionate about sustainability, quality, and cultivating a culture of curiosity and craft.

The Role

Bring your production expertise and leadership to support all aspects of cellar operations, from harvest to bottling. The Assistant Winemaker will help manage the cellar team, coordinate key processes, and collaborate closely with the Head Winemaker to maintain exceptional quality and efficiency.

Responsibilities

  • Lead daily cellar operations, workflow, and staff supervision

  • Create and oversee work orders and documentation

  • Coordinate bottling days and supervise line operations

  • Complete monthly excise reporting and assist with VQA submissions

  • Train and mentor seasonal and full-time cellar crew

  • Support harvest coordination and execute winemaking decisions

  • Ensure hygiene, safety, and equipment maintenance

  • Represent the winery at tastings and events

Qualifications

  • Diploma or degree in Oenology/Viticulture (or equivalent)

  • At least 5 years’ experience in wine production

  • Proficient with cellar operations and winery equipment

  • Forklift certification and ability to lift 55 lbs

  • Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills

  • Experience supervising a cellar crew is a plus

  • Must be legally eligible to work in Canada

  • Serious passion for wine

Why Join Us

  • Competitive salary with extended health & dental coverage

  • Staff discounts in our tasting room and restaurant

  • Growth potential in a respected, employee-focused winery

  • Work with a supportive team in the heart of BC’s wine country

🔗 How to Apply
Please apply via WineJobs.ca with your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and pride of craft. We thank all candidates—only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

$60,000–$65,000/year

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