OUR WINERY:
Cathiard Vineyard is looking for qualified candidates to join our cellar team in the beautiful Napa Valley! Localed at the base of the Mayacamas Mountain range in the St. Helena AVA, Cathiard Vineyard is home to over 58 acres of Bordeaux varietals, new and innovative processing technology and tanks, and a sprawling wine cave and working area. The winery is French owned and operated by the proprietors of Chateau Smith Haut Lafitte and includes an international team of employees willing to assist and teach you about the intricate process of producing high quality and well renowned wines!
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Rackings and transfers of juice and wine
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Inoculations/additions to juice and wine
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Pumpover/punch down of red ferments
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Operating crush equipment and presses
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Draining and pressing of tanks, including shoveling pomace
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Sanitation and cleaning processes
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Forklift Operation
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:
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White performing the duties of this job, the employee is on their feet most of the day watching
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Walk on uneven surfaces inside and outside
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Stand, squat, stoop, bend at waist and legs
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Ability to lift and move 60 lbs
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Use hands, fingers, reach, touch, see, hear, smell
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Winery operations: exposed to occasional noisy equipment, indoor and outdoor conditions
PERKS & BENEFITS
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Competitive hourly pay, including overtime throughout the harvest
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Housing may be provided for qualified candidates, but cannot be guaranteed
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Wine tastings and discussion on sensory analysis
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Opportunity for a full-time contract after the harvest