Assistant Winemaker (Wine Jobs: Vineyards & Cellars )

  Owera Vineyards

  Cazenovia, New York

Position/Title:              Assistant Winemaker

Job Location:              Cazenovia, NY

Company:                    Owera Vineyards LLC

Type of Work:             Full Time

 

Owera Vineyards, a new winery in Cazenovia New York, is seeking an experienced Assistant Winemaker for full time immediate employment.  Owera Vineyards was established in 2010 and is currently producing 4000 cases with growth plans to double output in the short term. 

 

This position performs all duties pertinent to the production of premium quality wines. Applicant should have a full understanding of winemaking with hands-on experience in harvest/fermentation, filtering, production/blending, and bottling. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: harvest/crush operations, post-harvest wine management, as well as winery representation and customer relations.

 

Applicant must be comfortable with vineyard work and all aspects of cellar management.  Ability to closely follow instruction from our Winemaker and to interact with customers and staff effectively.  Applicant will participate in events and activities geared toward sales and marketing of our wines.  Must enjoy people and the tourism aspects of the wine business.   

 

Compensation: Salary commensurate with experience, performance based bonus, full benefits.

 

Job Description:

1.) ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

·         Coordinate wine production, warehousing, distribution and wine finishing in accordance with policies, principles, and procedures established by the Winemaker

·         Establish production and inventory control programs to enhance winery operations

·         Participate in routine inventory tasting and blending sessions recommending appropriate action in consultation with Owera’s Winemaker

·         Examine grape samples from our vineyard and from outside growing partners to determine such factors as sugar, acid content, and ripeness.

·         Ensure SUPERIOR cellar sanitation and safety standards

·         Act as backup when necessary to all members of the winery team

 

2.) EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:  

·         Bachelor’s degree in Enology/Fermentation Science/Viticulture or related science is preferred.

·         Minimum 3 years hands-on experience

·         Vineyard knowledge and experience desirable

3.) QUALIFICATIONS:

·         Experience with all aspects of harvest, fermentation, cellar work, and winemaking analysis is preferred.

·         Self-starter with attention to detail & good project management skills

·         Available to work a varied schedule during harvest season as needed

·         Excellent communication skills

·         Accuracy with numbers and strong recordkeeping skills along with a working knowledge of data collection and data analysis

·         Proficient in Microsoft Office and ability to navigate proprietary programs & databases

·         Ability to lift or pull  50+ pounds

Commensurate with experience

How To Apply

Owera Vineyards, LLC Attn: Assistant Winemaker Position PO Box 6483 Syracuse, NY 13217

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