2017 Harvest Internships
(Wine Jobs:
Vineyards & Cellars )
Contract
Zinke Wine Company
Lompoc,
California
Harvest Cellar Position
Zinke Wine Co, a premier producer of hand crafted Rhone Varietal wines from the central coast, is looking for a harvest cellarhand to work from September, into possibly November in ALL areas of the winery cellar and. This position may include working late nights, early mornings and/or weekends to accommodate harvest. The ability to work flexible and long hours is paramount
• You should have strong cellar skills.
• Have a strong work ethic and “team” attitude with good interpersonal skills. Flexibility is a must!
• Be able to follow SOPs and verbal instructions
• Be able to run basic wine analysis (Brix, temp., pH, TA)
• Experience with sanitation, forklift operation, and racking, topping, transferring juices and wines from tanks/barrels
• Duties will include fruit sorting, punch downs, pumpovers, monitoring fermentations, and heating/cooling
• Keen attention to detail, reliability, consistency and organization
• Passionate about premium winemaking
• Valid U.S. or Intl. Driver’s License
• Wine knowledge preferred
• Must be able to lift and carry heavy objects
• Flexible harvest schedule including weekends, early mornings and evenings.
This position provides the opportunity for evaluation after harvest and the potential to be hired on as a part time cellar hand.
