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Cellar assitant
Woodinville Custom Wines is currently seeking a Full-Time Cellar Assistant If you are a hardworking, passionate person who pays attention to detail and thrives in a bustling, team-driven environment then look no further! Previous experience is preferred, but all levels of experience will be considered.
Position Description: This position will assist in all day-to-day cellar operations and will assist in the winemaking process including receiving grapes, crushing, additions, monitoring fermentations, racking, barrel care, filling, transfers, blending, preparation for bottling and bottling.
Key Responsibilities
• Assist in sorting and processing fruit to tank, tank sanitation, and cleaning equipment and winery.
• Fermentation management including pumpovers, punchdowns, Brix and temp checks, additions and inoculations.
• Basic sampling and lab analysis. (pH, VA, SO2, TA, Alc.)
• Barrel work including cleaning and sanitation, filling, racking and topping.
• Cellar work including racking, managing tank headspace, pump operation (air, PC, and bulldog), forklifting, pallet jacking.
• Red and White Press Operation.
Qualifications
• Flexibility and willingness to work in a constantly changing environment.
• Be able to work day or night shifts with extended hours. Weekend work is expected.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read, write and perform simple arithmetic.
• Positive outlook and team player attitude.
• Ability to work in small, confined spaces and high places.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Have reliable transportation.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Pay depends on experience, starting at $20.00 - $23.00 per hour.