Harvest Internship 2018 (Wine Jobs: Vineyards & Cellars )

  Revelry Vintners

  Walla Walla, Washington

Revelry Vintners in Walla Walla, WA has multiple opportunities available for Harvest 2018 beginning as early as 8/15 thru completion of the season - AND with an opportunity to earn a full-time position at the winery in either winemaking or hospitality. Founded in 2005, Revelry Vintners is a progressive producer of premium wines, highlighting the viticulture and dynamic quality of Washington State’s Columbia Valley. We create wines with a sense of place from vineyard sources spread across the Columbia Valley, in small batches by hand. Applicants must be able to demonstrate high attention to detail, awareness of job safety, the ability to complete tasks according to instruction, a strong work ethic, and a willingness to be a key member of a small winemaking team.

Time Frame: Mid-August to Late-November, may be adjusted based on harvest conditions and performance

Pay Rate: Hourly, based on experience $13-$15/hr starting minimum

Essential Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
•  Grape Sorting and Processing
•  Fermentation monitoring and maintenance
•  Punch Downs/Pump Overs
•  Barrel Preparation and Filling
•  Topping Barrels
•  Sampling of Juice and Wine for Analysis
•  Additions to Juice and Wine
•  Pump Operation
•  High Pressure Steam Machine Operation
•  Limited Forklift Operation

Minimum Requirements Include but Not Limited To:
•  Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs
•  Availability to work long hours and weekends when necessary
•  Punctuality and 
•  Willingness to work hard, be a team player, with a passion for winemaking

+ Previous winery experience is a plus
+ Forklift experience is a plus

Those with an education in lab work and with a strong knowledge of database management are strongly encouraged to apply!