Wine Maker - Jobs in Greenwood, BC

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Company descriptionWe are a startup private corporation with an interest in promoting and serving the Camerise Berry Market (Haskap).The Camerise is the fruit of the Blue Honeysuckle plant, specially bred in Canada. Its french name is Chevrefeuille Bleu.We are marketing it as a distinctly Canadian. As fresh and frozen fruit, superb selections of wine varieties, freeze dried snacks, Stuffed Chocolates and other select condiments. People easily compare it to the more familiar blueberry grown around the world in temperate zones.The Camerise grows best in northern Canada! With special character that enjoys, almost revels in winter temperatures reaching -30 degrees. There is still more to be learned about the character and benefits of the Camerise berry and its gifts to wine aficionados.They also are superbly nutritious, rich in antioxidants, more Vitamin C than oranges and they make the most superb Wine, especially in the hands of a careful wine maker.We offer a basic a living income and a generous profit sharing agreement.Job descriptionJob Description for the WinemakerThe winemaker, enologist or vintner, oversees our entire production process for creating artisanal fruit wine, including knowledge of fruit harvesting, crushing, fermentation, aging, blending and bottling. One will combine scientific concepts with practical experience to alter a wines chemical composition and make key decisions based on the levels of acid, sugar, sulfur and sulfite within a wine. Our Winemaker must learn the characteristics of the Camerise fruit. also negotiate/communicate with the grower to assure delivery of the correct fruit variety. This supports the attainment of their distinct flavours. Translating into the pleasure of our customers. In the case of this smaller winery, our winemakers responsibilities begins with knowing the advantages of each berrys distinct culture to extend success through to the marketing and selling of the final product.Duties of a WinemakerGenerally, our winemakers duties begin with knowing the right time to harvest, based on the berrys relative levels of moisture, sweetness and acidity. The job would likely require managing the harvesting and transportation processes.After harvest, our incumbent will supervise the crushing process that turns the berries into a mixture known as must. The winemaker knows if and when the adding of the yeast varieties, sulfites and sugar to the must before heating to trigger fermentation. Our process involves the use of machinery, such as vats and pumps, and filtres to separate and ferment the wine before its transferred into wood or steel barrels for aging. Additional duties might include general maintenance of the pumps, barrels and temperature control equipment.At various stages of the process, the winemaker may conduct or oversee the work of laboratory technicians who sample and analyze the wine to gauge its chemical composition. Based on these tests, a winemaker decides when to bottle the finished product.Requirements to Become a Winemaker for Our FirmThere are no strict educational requirements for our careers in wine production. A developed sense of smell and taste, as well as knowledge of Camerise varietals and growing regions, are essential. Aspiring winemakers can learn the various facets of the process on the job by starting as a cellar assistant. Completion of a bachelors degree program in viticulture, enology, or in some cases, food science can provide an educational foundation necessary for work in a winery. Relevant courses include chemistry, biology, agricultural technology and sensory evaluation of wine. We consider all possibilities including enthusiasm.Professional winemakers must be familiar with all production and marketing regulations in regions where their product is made and sold. The Canadian Excise and Liquor Licensing plus the British Columbia liquor Control Board and its affiliates, how labels must disclose a wines alcohol and sulfite content, blends of berry varietals, and regional origin. Additional regulations as they become extant must be observed.Wine is one of the most popular and diverse beverages in the world, which is why the winemaker is essential to keeping it this way. A keen palate and aromatic sensibility are two things every winemaker must have. Completing a degree program in viticulture is also vital if you want to build your art and an employment base.Reference ID: GreenwoodPart-time hours: 30-40 per weekJob Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract, PermanentSalary: From $42,000.00 per yearBenefits:

• Employee stock purchase plan
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Night shift
• Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:All Covid 19 directives in BC and Canada must be observed. Only employees of the firm are authorized to enter the manufacture workplace.Application question(s):

• How many years are you willing to reside in Greenwood, BC ____

Experience:

• Winemaking: 3 years (required)

Work remotely:

• No

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