Job Title: Cellar Master

Location: Woodinville, WA

Hours: Full-time / 30-40 hours per week

Compensation: $23-26/hour. Full benefits. Overtime pay.

Background check required

PLEASE NOTE: To apply, provide us with a cover letter describing why you are interested in the position and a resume that captures your relevant experience to the position. Please email them to Diana Dollar at diana@lobohills.com.

Position Purpose

The Cellar Master role will work closely with the winemaker to produce ultra-premium wine from small (1 ton) to medium (10 tons) batches that require close attention throughout the entire process, upkeep throughout the year. They will also assist with distribution and wholesale endeavors and provide assistance with general winery operations. The hired Cellar Master has the potential to grow into the Assistant Winemaker position at our 4,000-5,000 case winery.

About Us – Lobo Hills Wine Co.

We love what we do, whether it's in the tasting room or cellar. Our focus as a winery is to use a minimalist approach, producing diverse and varied wines from premier Chardonnay to Auxerrois; from Barbera to Cabernet Franc. We geek out when talking about wine and its crafting, and we work hard to make wine that is incredible to the taste.

What You Will Do

• Performs all aspects of cellar work, including wine transfers, racking, topping, filtering, bottling, sanitization, forklift driving and barrel work
• Carries out day-to-day cellar procedures in a timely manner in order to meet a production schedule
• Assists with training and supervising temporary employees, harvest interns and seasonal staff
• Assists with work order generation and data entry
• Oversees laboratory analysis, sampling, and management of routine topping and SO2 additions

Who You Are

The Cellar Master is where you bring your wine-making journey to Lobo Hills. You show passion for wine and the wine industry, seeking to continue to develop your craft, science and art in winemaking. You will have demonstrated leadership in your past positions, perhaps demonstrating the skill to see obstacles or opportunities, and propose solutions. You can physically execute in the cellar. You don’t shy away from hard work and you appreciate both working alone as well as with a cellar team. You are highly organized and able to prioritize effectively to meet production goals.

Additional Experience

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Two to four years previous cellar experience
• Degree or certificate in Enology or Viticulture preferred
• Ability to manage changing priorities while maintaining a positive attitude
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, seasonal night duties, and periodic overtime
• Ability to drive a forklift
• Possession of a valid driver’s license
• Physical fitness with the ability to lift and carry up to 50lb, and to handle 100lb barrels
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, Excel, Word

Lobo Hills Wine Company is an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other protected class. To apply, provide us with a cover letter explaining why you are interested in the position and a resume that captures your prior experience relevant to the position.

Location: Woodinville, WA

Hours: Full-time / 30-40 hours per week

Compensation: $21-24/hour. Full benefits. Overtime pay.

Background check required

PLEASE NOTE: To apply, provide us with a cover letter describing why you are interested in the position and a resume that captures your relevant experience to the position. Please email them to Diana Dollar at diana@lobohills.com.

Position Purpose

The Cellar Assistant will work closely with the winemaker to produce ultra-premium fruit from small (1 ton) to medium (10 tons) batches that require close attention throughout the entire process, upkeep the individual lots throughout the year, assist with distribution and wholesale endeavors and provide assistance with general winery operations.

About Us – Lobo Hills Wine Co.

We love what we do, whether it's in the tasting room or cellar. Our focus as a winery is to create ultra-premium wine using a minimalist approach. What we produce is diverse and varied from premier Chardonnay to Auxerrois; from Barbera to Cabernet Franc. We geek out when talking about wine and its crafting, and we work hard to make wine that is incredible to the taste.

Who You Are

The Cellar Assistant is where you begin a wine-making journey at Lobo Hills. You need to bring a passion for wine and the wine industry, wanting to learn the craft, science and art behind what we do. You’ll want to take initiative – perhaps seeing benefits or obstacles and you’ll propose solutions while being physically able to execute on the path. You realize that a craft is learned not theoretical; that your curiosity will inform much of your journey. Of course, making wine is physically demanding – this is not a desk jockey job. You know you can work hard and be independent when appropriate and you bring the physical strength and stamina to see the day through. You are highly organized, able to multitask and prioritize effectively to meet production goals. You’ll be able to work with a slightly absent-minded winemaker, who processes in his head but solicits input and options – all geared to optimizing wine quality. Then, at the day’s end, you want to have pride in a job well done and enjoy the fruits of your labor.

What You Will Do

• Performs all aspects of cellar work, including wine transfers, racking, topping, filtering, bottling, sanitization, forklift driving and barrel work
• Carries out day-to-day cellar procedures in a timely manner in order to meet a production schedule
• Assists with training and supervising temporary employees, harvest interns and seasonal staff
• Assists with work order generation and data entry
• Oversees laboratory analysis, sampling, and management of routine topping and SO2 additions

Additional Responsibilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• A minimum of two years previous cellar experience required
• A degree in Enology or Viticulture preferred but not required
• Ability to manage changing priorities while maintaining a positive attitude
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, seasonal night duties, and periodic overtime.
• Ability to drive a forklift
• Possession of a valid driver’s license
• Physical fitness with the ability to lift and carry up to 50lb, and to handle 100lb barrels
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, Excel, Word

What You Will Bring

• Delivers on our zero-tolerance fault program. Takes initiative, sees problems and develops solutions.
• Hard-working, independent and self-motivated, with a positive, ‘can-do’ attitude
• Highly efficient with use of his/her time, with an ability to multitask and prioritize effectively to meet production goals
• Takes pride and receives satisfaction in high quality output
• Performs well in a team environment and contributes to a positive winery atmosphere

Lobo Hills Wine Company is an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other protected class. To apply, provide us with a cover letter explaining why you are interested in the position and a resume that captures your prior experience relevant to the position.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Woodinville, WA 98072: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• winemaking: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

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