Cellar Assistant

MARTIN FAMILY BRANDS LLC; Town of Romulus (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6 Paid Holidays

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

MARTIN FAMILY BRANDS LLC seeks a dedicated Cellar Assistant at Swedish Hill Winery in New York. This role involves assisting with all winemaking activities, including general cellar duties and bottling tasks to ensure high-quality wine production.

The ideal candidate will have a degree or relevant experience, be comfortable working in varied conditions, and possess the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. A valid driver's license and forklift certification are required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the winemaking team in daily activities by completing detailed work orders.
• Work on the bottling line in an operating and quality assurance capacity.
• Perform winemaking tasks according to standard operating procedures.

Skills

Ability to work on feet for extended periods of time

Willing to work alone or part of a team

Aptitude to operate all equipment associated with the production of wine

Required to work at heights and in small spaces

Education

Bachelor’s degree, Associate's degree, or relevant experience

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Benefits

• 6 Paid Holidays
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Cellar Assistant - Swedish Hill Winery Purpose of the Job

The Cellar Assistant assists with the winemaking activities as needed, but not limited to all bulk processing and bottling, cleaning of tanks, floors, hoses, and equipment, as well as making additions to tanks and performing filtrations.

Essential Job Functions

• Perform general cellar duties, including but not limited to:
• Assists the winemaking team in daily activities by completing detailed work orders
• Works on the bottling line in an operating and quality assurance capacity
• Performs winemaking tasks according to standard operating procedures with thoughtful attention to detail that enhances wine quality
• Follows work orders accurately
• Maintenance, cleaning, and sanitation of winery equipment, vessels, and the facilit

Knowledge and Skills Required

• Ability to work on feet for extended periods of time
• Willing to work alone or part of a team
• Aptitude to operate all equipment associated with the production of wine
• Required to work at heights and in small spaces

Education / Experience

• Bachelor’s degree, Associate's degree, or relevant experience

Certificates and Licenses

• Valid Driver’s License
• Forklift certification

Work Schedule

This position requires you to be available days, nights, weekends, and flexible during harvest (extended hours when needed. May be required to work at other locations as needed.