Edgefield Seasonal Winery Cellar Staff

McMenamins•Troutdale, OR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Seasonal Cellar Staff position participates in all aspects of wine and cider production. Duties include but are not limited to: Daily wine movements (racking, barreling, cleaning etc.), washing and filling kegs for weekly wine orders, daily wine maintenance (topping, chemical additions, protecting finished wine), as well as, general cellar work for cider production (carbonating tanks, chemically cleaning tanks and kegs, pump overs and rackings of ciders). During the harvest season (approximately August through November), all cellar work dramatically increases as the wines are fermented. Pump work, press operation, destemming grapes, inoculations, barreling and active participation in the fermentation process is essential. Cellar Staff are expected to operate forklifts safely and efficiently to facilitate cellar operations and fruit processing. In addition, quarterly bottlings require prepping the wine for bottle, filtration, and working on the bottling line. Each McMenamins employee will be expected to perform their job in a safe manner and report any safety concerns to Management.

Requirements

Excellent organizational and prioritizing skills.
Ability to work well independently.
Ability to work quickly and efficiently under a deadline.
Flexible schedule including daytime, evening, weekend, and holiday availability.
Have or be able to obtain OLCC card.

Nice To Haves

Previous winery experience.

Responsibilities

Participate in all aspects of wine and cider production.
Perform daily wine movements (racking, barreling, cleaning etc.).
Wash and fill kegs for weekly wine orders.
Perform daily wine maintenance (topping, chemical additions, protecting finished wine).
Perform general cellar work for cider production (carbonating tanks, chemically cleaning tanks and kegs, pump overs and rackings of ciders).
Perform pump work, press operation, destemming grapes, inoculations, barreling and active participation in the fermentation process during the harvest season.
Operate forklifts safely and efficiently to facilitate cellar operations and fruit processing.
Prep wine for bottle and filtration during quarterly bottlings.
Work on the bottling line.
Perform job in a safe manner and report any safety concerns to Management.

Benefits

$45 hotel rooms
40% off bottles of wine
Access to concerts
Happy Hour beverage pricing all day
40% off McMenamins apparel & spa services
Shift food credits
Comprehensive insurance benefits package, including vision, medical, dental, chiro and alternative care to eligible employees
401(K) plan with employer contribution to eligible employees
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Neighborhood pubs and hotels with opportunities to work at other locations like our winery or concerts
Belief in a work life balance
Be part of a fun team and having a positive work environment
Multiple career path opportunities