Wine Jobs

Tasting Lounge Associate

Okanagan Crush Pad winery in Summerland BC is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join our Tasting Lounge team from May to October. Our winery is dedicated to organic farming, viticulture and winemaking, crafting wines that receive critical acclaim globally. We are looking for friendly, energetic, outgoing and organized individuals with a passion for wine to provide our guests with exceptional customer service throughout the tasting season. You will need to be efficient, able to multi-task, familiar with table side service standards, provide daily guests with an outstanding experience at our unique winery in addition to being able to work flexible hours and weekends.

Required Duties of the Position

Customer Service:

• Welcome guests while providing a high level of customer service & memorable wine experience that translates into sales
• Promote sales in the Tasting Lounge, and encourage guests to join the wine club

 Administrative:

• Light housekeeping including to maintain cleanliness of work area’s & restocking as required
• Handle retail transactions, including POS and accounting for daily sales
• Assisting with inventory management
• Answering telephone and email inquiries
• Booking group tastings accordingly

 Preferred Qualifications:

• Must have a passion for Okanagan wine with WSET or similar
• Hospitality service experience a benefit
• Ability to work well individually and within a team
• Excellent communication and multi-tasking skills
• Attention to detail and clean work habits
• Food Safe Certificate
• Experience with Commerce 7 & Ollie an asset

Must haves:

• Over 19 years of age
• Ability to lift 35lbs and stand for extended periods of time
• Able to work weekends and holidays
• Serving it Right certificate required

Offer:

• Competitive hourly wage
• Gratuities
• Staff discount on wine
• Work with a team in a fun environment

To Apply: Jody Gorski @ 250-494-4445 ext: 7 or jody@okanagancrushpad.com

Posting Expiry: April 30, 2021

Vineyard Equipment Operator

Okanagan Crush Pad Winery, located in Summerland, BC operates vineyards in Summerland, and Oliver producing 40,000 cases of wine annually for its own labels (Haywire, Narrative & Free Form) and for several other wineries. Our vineyards are all organic certified. Working with our New Zealand trained Director of Viticulture, we have a position for an experienced Equipment Operator.

We are looking for a candidate who is passionate about organic viticulture and the future of the Okanagan Valley as an ultra-premium wine growing region and who wishes to join a dynamic team.

This role involves:

• In conjunction with our Director of Viticulture, execute all equipment operations including but not limited to mulching, mowing, spraying, etc on our 3 vineyard properties located in Summerland and Oliver, 100 acres total.
• Safe and effective operation of vineyard equipment, implements and vehicles.
• Keep all vineyard spray records accurate and up to date.
• Light duty maintenance and cleaning of equipment (trucks, tractors, sprayers…)
• Occasional assistance with manual labour tasks (pruning, trellis maintenance, winery work etc)

Skills required:

• 5 years of vineyard experience with some experience or training in organic viticulture.
• Competency in safe operation of vineyard equipment, pruning, canopy management, disease/pest control, harvesting and irrigation management.
• Good mechanical aptitude and problem solving.
• Ability to work as part of a team as well as autonomously.
• Ability to work early mornings, flexible hours to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• In good health, and able to lift 50lbs.

Qualifications:

• Experience in a similar role.
• Viticulture diploma or certificate an asset.
• Operating experience with tractors and implements.
• Strong mechanical capabilities.
• Current spray applicator certification.
• A valid driver’s license.
• Experience maintaining vineyard equipment.
• Working knowledge of organic grape growing techniques.
• A strong work ethic, integrity, and reliability.
• Forklift ticket considered an asset.
• Ability to communicate in Spanish considered an asset.

Salary will be based on level of experience of the candidate.

To Apply: Please respond with a cover letter stating wage expectations and resume to julian@okanagancrushpad.com. We would like to thank all applicants; however, only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

Posting Expiry: April 30, 2021

Marketing Coordinator

Are you looking to expand your marketing experience and get into the thriving BC wine industry or take the experience you have to the next level? Okanagan Crush Pad Winery is looking for a full-time marketing coordinator, based from the wineries Summerland location. You will join a dynamic team dedicated to growing and producing high quality organic certified wines and work with four exciting and unique wine brands in addition to supporting our HQ Wine + Spirits team. This position will work closely with winery owner Christine Coletta, who has years of wine branding and marketing experience domestically and internationally.

Potential candidates must have an understanding of the wine industry and have strong design skills along with social media and digital media skills.

Essential duties and responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office software, Adobe Photoshop/Illustrator/In Design and Constant Contact
• 1 to 2 years minimum in the field of design, marketing and/or social media
• Have a willingness to learn and expand base knowledge
• Be a team player and contribute to building a positive workplace
• Have a passion for marketing, social media and design
• Professional presentation skills with the ability to interact effectively at all levels within the company and outside
• Able to take initiative, while also being open to taking direction and accommodating executive decision
• Excellent written and verbal communication and proof reading skills
• Experience with D-SLR type cameras for photography
• Able to lift up to 40 lbs

Broad Job Description

• Plan, design, manage social calendar- should this say media?
• Manage social media and online presence by posting content, engaging the audience, and monitoring analytics
• Create and review weekly website content using WordPress
• Create email blasts and manage contact lists using Constant Contact
• Review articles for grammar, punctuation, style and tone
• Manage administrative duties, such as ordering business cards, printing bios, preparing packages and ordering promotional goods
• Revise existing materials to support the external sales reps, wine club and social media needs of the company and its represented wine brands
• Live and breathe brand guidelines: be a brand ambassador ensuring that all work adheres to brand standards
• Execute requests for design development, image retouching, etc.
• Collaborate and brainstorm creative concepts with team
• Manage multiple projects and timelines simultaneously with minimal supervision
• Stay up to date with current design & photography trends, looking for fresh inspiration and innovation to bring to our brand creative

To Apply: Christine Coletta @ 604-802-9005 or Christine@okanagancrushpad.com

Posting Expiry: April 30, 2021

#BeExtraordinary

At Andrew Peller Limited (APL), we deliver the perfect brand experience for every lifestyle, occasion, and generation. Through collaboration, open communication, honesty, drive to win, and accountability, we inspire teammates to be extraordinary every day.

Who We Are

We are one of Canada’s largest and oldest wine companies with a rich heritage in quality winemaking.

We produce some of Canada’s most recognized brands and offer our teammates a challenging and rewarding employment experience.

We are seeking extraordinary, enthusiastic Retail & Experience Supervisor to join our Tinhorn Creek Vineyards team.  Tinhorn Creek Vineyards in Oliver, BC is one of the Okanagan’s most innovative and environmentally sustainable estate wineries with an extensive health and safety program. We are a 450-ton winery in the heart of the South Okanagan wine region, with vineyards on both the Golden Mile Bench and the Black Sage Bench. We produce roughly 50:50 white and red, and our two unique vineyard sites allow us to grow both Bordeaux and Burgundy varietals in addition to a dash of Syrah and Gewurztraminer.  We employ a basic and natural wine making approach and have a small but skilled team you would enjoy working with.

Reporting to the Retail & Experience Manager you will be focusing on creating memorable guest experiences through tastings, managing tour groups and special events, as well supervising and supporting the winery retail team.

We are looking for a teammate with:

• College or University graduate with two (2) to four (4) years retail supervisory experience preferably in a Hospitality/Tourism or luxury retail environment
• Completion or working towards completion of WSET or ISG/CAPS or have CMS certification– desirable
• A passion for working with the public, sharing wine and viticultural knowledge
• Technical savvy with inventory management, POS Operations, DayForce, and proficiency in MS Office systems
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to multi-task while leading a team
• A “Can Do” attitude and enjoy working under pressure
• Ability to be a brand ambassador; and enjoy entertaining others in a fun and engaging way

This teammate will be accountable for:

• Consistently demonstrating service excellence to all visitors resulting in memorable guest experiences while inspiring a team of Wine Ambassadors to do the same
• Assisting with leading a team of retail wine ambassadors; team training and performance management
• Managing customer inquiries in a positive, professional, and enthusiastic manner
• Sharing wine and viticultural knowledge with customers and teammates
• Supporting the drive for higher sales by educating and training Wine Ambassadors to encourage guests to become Wine Club members
• Being a positive Wine Educator and brand ambassador, as well as inspiring our team of Wine Ambassadors conveying a consistent and positive brand story
• Assisting with staff scheduling; daily opening and closing responsibilities as well financial and inventory management
• Maximizing revenue per customer through merchandising of the tasting room
• Following safe work procedures and practices; WorkSafe regulations and understanding of COVID protocols Manager.

*Please submit a detailed resume outlining your qualifications no later than April 2, 2021

We are conducting an internal and external search simultaneously. We wish to thank all applicants for their interest; only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Andrew Peller Limited is committed to meeting the needs of persons with temporary and/or permanent disabilities in a way that allows them to maintain their dignity and independence.  We are happy to discuss any need for accommodation in the workplace and will make an effort to meet those needs a timely manner by preventing and removing barriers to accessibility in the areas of information, communications, and employment.

To Apply: Please visit https://andrewpeller.prevueaps.com/jobs/158204

Posting Expiry: April 2^nd, 2021

#BeExtraordinary

At Andrew Peller Limited (APL), we deliver the perfect brand experience for every lifestyle, occasion, and generation. Through collaboration, open communication, honesty, drive to win, and accountability, we inspire teammates to be extraordinary every day.

Who We Are

We are one of Canada’s largest and oldest wine companies with a rich heritage in quality winemaking.

We produce some of Canada’s most recognized brands and offer our teammates a challenging and rewarding employment experience.

We are seeking extraordinary, enthusiastic Part time Regular & Seasonal Wine Ambassadors to join our Tinhorn Creek Vineyards team. Tinhorn Creek Vineyards in Oliver, BC is one of the Okanagan’s most innovative and environmentally sustainable estate wineries with an extensive health and safety program. We are a 450-ton winery in the heart of the South Okanagan wine region, with vineyards on both the Golden Mile Bench and the Black Sage Bench. We produce roughly 50:50 white and red, and our two unique vineyard sites allow us to grow both Bordeaux and Burgundy varietals in addition to a dash of Syrah and Gewurztraminer. We employ a basic and natural wine making approach and have a small but skilled team you would enjoy working with.

Reporting into the Retail and Experience Manager, your role as a Wine Ambassador will be varied, and no two days will be the same! You will experience many different responsibilities, from working at the wine tasting bar, acting as a host, a porter, or guest relations teammate. If this sounds interesting and you are eager to pour extraordinary into everyday life, read further.

We are looking for teammates with:

• A passion for working with the public and/or are interested in learning about wine
• A passion for sharing wine and viticultural knowledge
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to multi-task
• A “Can Do” attitude and enjoy working under pressure
• An understanding of how to provide best-in-class service for guests
• Ability to be a brand ambassador; you love to entertain others in a fun and engaging way
• Following proper COVID 19 Protocol and understanding and compiling work safe practices

This teammate will be accountable for:

• Creating memorable guest experiences and for performing all selling and retail functions within the retail boutique
• Sharing wine and viticultural knowledge in a fun and engaging way
• Drive for higher sales and encourage guests to become Wine Club members
• Being a Wine Ambassador and brand ambassador conveying a consistent and positive brand story
• As a Porter you will be responsible for all set up and tear down activities for the retail/experience teams ensuring venues are organized and prepared to create memorable guest experiences. Receiving and restocking wine inventory.
• As the Host/Guest Relations you will be responsible for greeting guests with a robust and friendly introduction to the brand and property experience

***Incumbents for these roles must be a minimum of 19 years of age and in possession of a valid “Serve it Right” certification.

*Please submit a detailed resume outlining your qualifications no later than March 26, 2021

We are conducting an internal and external search simultaneously. We wish to thank all applicants for their interest; only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. In addition, per our “Internal Job Posting Policy”; internal candidates should be in their current position for one (1) year and their performance must be in good standing.

Andrew Peller Limited is committed to meeting the needs of persons with temporary and/or permanent disabilities in a way that allows them to maintain their dignity and independence. We are happy to discuss any need for accommodation in the workplace and will make an effort to meet those needs in a timely manner by preventing and removing barriers to accessibility in the areas of information, communications, and employment.

To Apply: Please visit https://andrewpeller.prevueaps.com/jobs/157713

Posting Expiry: March 26th, 2021

Fitzpatrick Family Vineyards – Winery Experience Maker

Fitzpatrick Family Vineyards is located at the historic Greata Ranch property, situated between Peachland and Summerland. We specialize in Sparkling Wine  and aromatic whites from our 30 acre property.

The goal at Fitzpatrick is to define the culture of sparkling wine in the Okanagan Valley through site-revealing wines of international stature and providing remarkable hospitality experiences.

#whywaittocelebrate

The winery experience makers will be ambassadors, educators and guides to offer a premium winery visit at Fitzpatrick Family Vineyards.

Responsibilities:

• Introduce and educate guests to Fitzpatrick Family Vineyards (FFV) sparkling and still wines.
• Communicate the history, varietals planted, winemaking methods and products
• Learn and maintain an up to date knowledge of our wines, features, retail, events, bistro menu & organized tours
• Providing premier guest experiences and allowing guests to enjoy sophisticated ease while at the winery.
• Build a brand following by recognizing repeat guests and creating reasons to come back on a regular basis
• Keep the tasting room clean and organized at all times

Position Requirements:

• 2 Years of retail sales or hospitality experience paired with a passion to sell
• Proven experience and interest in selling wine
• Ability to providing remarkable guest experiences
• WSET or ISG certificate is an asset
• Valid ‘Serving it Right’ certificate
• Required to use stairs, repetitive lifting up to 40 lbs and stand or extended periods of time
• Our team must have flexible schedules to maintain the operations tasting rooms running 7 days per week
• Duties as assigned and eager to learn!

Contract length: 5 months

Part-time hours: 20-40 per week

Expected Start Date: 2021-04-01

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

To Apply: Please submit resume to km@fitzwine.com

Posting Expires: July 1, 2021

Hospitality Specialist – Seasonal Full Time, Off Season Part Time

TIME Family of Wines in Penticton is one of British Columbia’s most highly regarded wine industry families. We are looking for our Hospitality team for the upcoming 2021 season. Team members will have the opportunity to work in both the restaurant and the tasting room. We are looking for energetic self-motivated individuals with a passion for wine and food. Do you: Possess extensive customer service experience Are you energetic with a passion for wine and food Consider yourself to be Self-Motivated Love interacting with guests Want to provide every guest with true Okanagan hospitality If your answer is yes. Please forward your resume to us!
We offer a positive and fun work environment with a strong leadership team, task-specific training, wine education, a competitive hourly wage. These are seasonal contract positions from April through mid-October with opportunity to extend.

Duties and Responsibilities:
As a Hospitality Specialist you are expected to deliver excellence in customer experience within a winery and restaurant environment in concert with the vision, brand standards and sales objectives of the organization.

– Provide an augmented hospitality experience including tasting bar and wine and food service in restaurant.
– Open and closing procedures.
– Deliver prescribed wine education, wine service standards and sales techniques.
– Consistently upsell products including wine club and experiences.
– Develop guest rapport ensuring repeat business.
– Ensuring guest satisfaction, effective problem solving.
– Maintain the cleanliness of the restaurant, tasting areas, patio and outdoor area.
– Other duties as required.

Position Requirements:
Must be able to lift 40-50 lbs. repeatedly. Must be able to stand for extended periods of time. Serving It Right Certification is mandatory.

WSET 2 or equivalent is an asset. Must be able to work independently and as part of a team. The ability to multitask in a busy environment. Previous sales or hospitality experience. Second language is an asset. Must be eligible to work in Canada.

To apply: Please send your resume to kimberly.hundertmark@timewines.ca
Posting Expiry: March 26, 2021

Position: Hospitality Coordinator
Reports to: Marketing Manager

Overview
Bartier Bros Vineyard & Winery is a family-owned and operated winery located on the Black Sage
Bench in Oliver, BC. We produce exceptional wines that showcase the terroir of our vineyards.
We are looking for a Hospitality Coordinator to join our team for the upcoming season. Reporting to,
& taking direction from, the Marketing Manager, the Hospitality Coordinator will oversee the day-today
aspects of our hospitality experience including supervision of the tasting room, & assisting with
event coordination. The Hospitality Coordinator will help lead our team in providing a quality visitor
experience with a focus on promoting on-site sales, our loyalty program & wine club membership
growth.

The successful applicant is passionate about creating a memorable hospitality experience, leads by
example, is a positive team member, and self-starter. This position requires a passion for customer
service, and wine.

This position is a full-time, seasonal position from April to mid-October.

Primary Responsibilities
• Hiring of seasonal tasting room staff
• Scheduling of staff to ensure adequate staffing in the tasting room and at events
• Leading and motivating tasting room team in providing a quality experience for winery guests.
• Leading and motivating tasting room team in on-site sales, & growing wine club memberships.
• Ensure tasting room staff have read, and understand their job description and company policies
• Helping to create a safe environment for staff & guests.
• Ensure staff time sheets are completed and handed in on time
• Responsible for training staff on the POS, reservations system, wine club signup, newsletter email signup, and guest experiences
• Key point of contact for guests and tour companies
• Actively involved in the tasting room in the sale of wine, events, and club memberships
• Communicate regularly with staff about new releases, promotions, and other winery updates
• Assist with daily shipping and quarterly wine club shipments
• Assist with the coordination and execution of on-site events
• Coordinate educational sessions for tasting room staff
• Manage daily tasting reservations and experiences
• Monitor and maintain wine shop inventory of wine, merchandise, and supplies
• Responsible for responding to tasting room email & telephone calls.
• Responsible for tasting room records & reporting – samples, staff wine, daily sales, etc

Skills & Education
• Serving it Right Certification
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Excel, and winery POS software
• WSET Level 2 or intermediate wine knowledge or equivalent (an asset)
• 2+ years in a hospitality position
• Food Safe Level 1 (an asset) Other Requirements
• Must have a valid BC Drivers Licence
• Must be able to regularly lift 17 kgs
• Must be able to work weekends, stat holidays, and occasional evenings
• Must be able to work long for prolonged periods while standing
• Must be able to work in various weather conditions

Sounds like the job for you? Please submit your resume to wineclub@bartierbros.com 

Thank you in advance for your application. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted

Posting Expiry: March 9, 2021

Wine Shop Host – Full Time, Seasonal

We’re looking for energetic and enthusiastic wine-lovers to join our wine shop team. You have a keen interest in and solid knowledge of wine. You know your way around a tasting note, are eager to learn new things, and enjoy making everyday fun. You easily transition from educating customers to inviting the sale, and know that it’s all about building a relationship that lasts beyond the tasting room.

We offer a positive and fun work environment with a strong leadership team, task-specific training, wine education, a competitive hourly wage and sales-based bonus. These are full-time seasonal contract positions from April through mid-October.

Duties and Responsibilities

Opening and closing the Wine Shop
Greeting all guests and educating them on Stag’s Hollow’s history and wines
Delivering exceptional customer service
Pouring wines and discussing them with the guests
Assisting and driving wine sales and wine club memberships
Maintaining inventory in the Wine Shop
Keeping a clean, tidy tasting area, patio and outdoor areas
Assisting with events
Packing wine shipments

Position Requirements

Must be able to lift 40-50 lbs repeatedly
Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
Serving It Right Certification (can be easily done online)
Must be able to work independently and as part of a team
Have the ability to multitask in a busy environment
Previous sales or hospitality experience is an asset
Second language is an asset
Must be eligible to work in Canada

Please send your resume to: julie@stagshollowwinery.com

Posting Expiry: March 5, 2021

Wine Shop Host – Part-Time, Seasonal

We’re looking for energetic wine-lovers to join our wine shop team. You have a keen interest in and at least basic knowledge of wine. You are eager to learn new things, and enjoy making everyday fun. You easily transition from educating customers to inviting the sale, and know that it’s all about building a relationship that lasts beyond the tasting room.

We offer a positive and fun work environment with a strong leadership team, task-specific training, wine education, a competitive hourly wage and sales-based bonus. These are part-time seasonal contract positions.,

Duties and Responsibilities

Opening and closing the Wine Shop
Greeting all guests and educating them on Stag’s Hollow’s history and wines
Delivering exceptional customer service
Pouring wines and discussing them with the guests
Assisting and driving wine sales and wine club memberships
Maintaining inventory in the Wine Shop
Keeping a clean, tidy tasting area, patio and outdoor areas
Assisting with events
Packing wine shipments

Position Requirements

Must be able to lift 40-50 lbs repeatedly
Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
Serving It Right Certification (can be easily done online)
Must be able to work independently and as part of a team
Have the ability to multitask in a busy environment
Previous sales or hospitality experience is an asset
Second language is an asset
Must be eligible to work in Canada

Please send your resume to: julie@stagshollowwinery.com

Posting Expiry: March 5, 2021

Wine Experience Associate and Host/Hostess

Oliver Twist Estate Winery/Nostalgia Wines is seeking to add a few amazing personalities to our tasting room to make our 2021 hospitality season better than ever!

A visit to the Black Sage Bench can double as a trip down memory lane at Oliver Twist Estate Winery/Nostalgia Wines, a family-owned, boutique winery, just south of Oliver, established in 2006. We craft fruit-forward, luscious whites and full, juicy reds, in addition to sparkling, late harvest and port-style wines from our small, 14-acre estate vineyard. At Oliver Twist/Nostalgia Wines, we warmly welcome, educate, and advise wine lovers about how to enjoy expanding their wine journey and cellar.

The Tasting Room Associate position and Host/Hostess reports to the General Manager and will be a seasonal position for 2021, starting in May and ending in October. We are looking for both full and part-time workers, please mention in your cover letter your work availability.

We are looking to grow our business with teammates who have a passion for wine and hospitality, and have fun sharing that passion. Successful candidates will have an interest in using or acquiring wine knowledge. They will be calm under pressure and able to handle a fast-paced sales environment. It is important to us that we find colleagues we can trust, who are eager to support their teammates and the business, and want to have fun at work every day!

Wages dependent on past experience and education.  Please apply via email with resume and cover letter to info@olivertwistwinery.com. We wish to thank all applicants for their interest; only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Posting Expiration: April 2, 2021

TASTING ROOM ASSOCIATE – JOB DESCRIPTION

Lunessence Winery and Vineyards is a boutique premium winery in Summerland. Since the property was purchased in 2014 we have made a commitment to sustainable vineyard and winemaking practices. The vineyard was certified organic in 2020 and we have since release our Estate Single Vineyard Series. The tasting room offers one of the best patios and views this side of Okanagan Lake and provides a beautiful environment for anyone wanting to join the Lunessence team this year. To put it simply, we’re looking for awesome people to join our 2021 team!

We are looking for self-motivated, outgoing and enthusiastic individuals that have a passion for great wines paired with excellent customer service.

Job Description:

• Engage with the guest on a one-on-one basis educating and telling our winery story in an effective and dynamic way through tastings and sales
• Responsible for the daily operations of the tasting room including maintaining wine & merchandise levels, POS system use, organization & cleanliness
• Enthusiasm, in a professional manner, for promoting wine sales & our wine club
• Discerning the appropriateness of serving wine samples in regard to pour sizes, patron’s legal age and sobriety

Qualifications:

Exemplary customer service skills
Experience in the hospitality industry
Solid wine knowledge – WSET considered an asset
Must be able to lift 40 lb cases of wine – Able to stand for long periods of time
Professional attitude and a strong work ethic
Holds a Serving it Right certificate and is 19+ years of age.
Available to work weekends and public holidays

Time Period:  April – October 2021. Shifts include weekends. This seasonal position ends in mid-October when the Tasting Room closes for the season but will begin again in 2022.

We offer competitive compensation with an hourly wage plus commissions and a wine allowance

Ongoing Photography Model Casting Call

Story
Couples enjoying wine and food tourism experiences safely indoors and outdoors i.e. tasting room visits, vineyard strolls, restaurant dining, scenic viewing, and various wine activities from hiking to yoga.

General Information
Filming Location: Kelowna to Penticton, BC

Required
All couples: Couples between ages 30 – 60, comfortable on camera, swirling, smelling wine.

Ethnicity: All Ethnicities

Release Form: Release forms will need to be signed and submitted in advance of photoshoot.

Information: Models with past photoshoot experience preferred, relaxed in front of a camera, creative, able to provide a wardrobe with options aligned with wardrobe guidance document.

COVID-19:  In accordance with current COVID-19 provincial restrictions couples must be from the same immediate household or within the same core bubble and able to transport themselves to photoshoot locations from Kelowna to Penticton.

Compensation: $25 / hour and BC wine gift package. Invoice with times to be submitted at end of shift.

Who We Are
For us, being grounded is where it all begins. While our wine regions in British Columbia are distinct, they share rich, bountiful landscapes that deepen the bond between people and this place. Our unique cool-climate terroir provides premium conditions to produce exceptional wine, while the awe-inspiring beauty at every turn is cherished by visitors who arrive from near and far. Our winemakers are down-to-earth, with the grit, experience and refinement to make wines that are a lasting expression of the place where they were grown and crafted. Our wines stimulate the senses, bringing you back to the moment, and back to yourself.

The Wines of British Columbia represent the unique, welcoming and diverse people of our wine industry in British Columbia. We are an authentic voice that expresses the unique qualities of our breathtaking wine regions. Our overarching role is to oversee and represent the main facets of the British Columbia wine industry. These include “Certified 100% BC grape wine” and the “Wine Regions of British Columbia.” These are seen as core branded products or offerings of the Wines of British Columbia Master Brand. We are confident, stimulating, grounded and breathtaking.

Next Steps
Interested models should submit their headshots, photos and cover letter outlining qualifications to info@WineBC.com.

We thank all applicants in advance, however, only those selected for the photo shoot will be contacted. No phone calls, please.

Marketing Manager – maternity leave contract position

Exciting opportunity to gain experience in the BC wine industry with Wine Growers British Columbia.
Wine Growers British Columbia (formally British Columbia Wine Institute) is currently looking for a talented individual to join our team as Marketing Manager to be responsible for developing and delivering trade and consumer marketing programs and providing marketing support for all Wines of British Columbia marketing and event initiatives. This is a contract maternity leave position starting April 1, 2021 and based in Kelowna, British Columbia. The Marketing Manager will report to the Marketing Director working cross functionally with the marketing and communications teams. In compliance with the government’s continued efforts to minimize the risk and spread of the COVID-19 virus, the successful candidate may be required to work from home.

Duties and Essential Job Functions
• Responsible for the development, production and implementation of marketing programs including advertising campaigns, point-of-sale and graphic materials and collateral.
• Manage marketing budgets, timelines, suppliers, etc. as it relates to marketing programs and campaigns.
• Maintain brand continuity throughout all marketing initiatives, materials and platforms.
• Provide marketing support for communication and event initiatives as required.
• Manage website updates as required for marketing programs and campaigns, maintaining website brand continuity, design layout and navigation.
• Oversee digital requirements of programming to support marketing initiatives including Wines of BC Explorer app and Salesforce/Marketing Cloud.
• Create final reports that evaluate the impact of each marketing program/campaign including an overview, analytics and achievements to stated objectives.
• Oversee and coordinate video production and postproduction.
• Coordinate trade familiarization winery tours for trade when appropriate.
• Oversee implementation of Wines of British Columbia Wine Ambassador Programs as needed.
Additional duties when required.

Skills and Qualifications:
• 3 to 5 years’ experience in a marketing management role.
• Degree in marketing or related field.
• Highly organized and efficient, able to adapt to change and manage multiple priority tasks with tight deadlines and limited supervision.
• Strong problem-solving ability, including metrics-driven thinking.
• Energetic, people-oriented and a team contributor with a professional demeanor.
• Proven experience in the development and execution of retail advertising, point-of-sale and promotional campaigns, including new and traditional mediums. Wine industry-related marketing, communication and digital experience an asset.
• Experience with social media distribution, listening channels and Google ads.
• Familiar with CrowdRiff, Hootsuite, Klear and other marketing platforms.
• Solid understanding of office procedures, including experience with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Teams).
• Experience with digital platforms such as Google Analytics, Survey Monkey, WebinarJam, Flickr and SmugMug.
• Experience with Adobe, SalesForce and Marketing Cloud programs an asset.
• Physically able to perform duties listed above, including lifting or moving heavy objects as needed.
• Travel at the expense of Wine Growers British Columbia may be required from time to time when safe and in compliance with the government’s continued efforts to minimize the risk and spread of the COVID-19 virus.

Who We Are:
For us, being grounded is where it all begins. While our wine regions in British Columbia are distinct, they share rich, bountiful landscapes that deepen the bond between people and this place. Our unique cool-climate terroir provides premium conditions to produce exceptional wine, while the awe-inspiring beauty at every turn is cherished by visitors who arrive from near and far. Our winemakers are down-to-earth, with the grit, experience and refinement to make wines that are a lasting expression of the place where they were grown and crafted. Our wines stimulate the senses, bringing you back to the moment, and back to yourself.
The Wines of British Columbia represent the unique, welcoming and diverse people of our wine industry in British Columbia. We are an authentic voice that expresses the unique qualities of our breathtaking wine regions. Our overarching role is to oversee and represent the main facets of the British Columbia wine industry. These include “Certified 100% BC grape wine” and the “Wine Regions of British Columbia.” These are seen as core branded products or offerings of the Wines of British Columbia Master Brand. We are confident, stimulating, grounded and breathtaking.

Interested candidates should submit their cover letter and resume to info@WineBC.com.
We thank all applicants in advance, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.

Posting Expiry: Monday, February 22, 2021

Junior Winemaker Position

Grizzli Winery is looking to hire a junior winemaker, who constantly pushes themselves to achieve excellence and looks for innovative solutions. It’s perfect for someone who wants to succeed and grow into a Head Winemaker role.

Responsibilities include:

• Assist in controlling the quality of our wines
• Maintain and upkeep records as required for government regulations and corporate requirements (comply with regulations such as VQA Standards & WorksafeBC)
• Supervise maintenance and repair of equipment
• Assist and manage budget for production activities
• Coordinate harvests: regular and icewine
• Execute vintage plan for each varietals and wines
• Set production schedules in line with capabilities of the facility and needs of the market
• Work collaboratively with Viticulture, Marketing, and other related areas of business.
• Demonstrate leadership through sound decisions, high ethical standards, values and behavior
• Order and manage inventory levels of supplies and materials used in production of wine
• Other projects as assigned

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

This position works in the winery with exposure to cellar equipment and machinery. Occasional work outdoors and in the vineyard will also be required which may be hot in the summer; cold and wet in the fall to spring.

• Ability to stand, walk, or sit for extended periods of time
• The ability to lift and/or move up to 55lbs
• Exposed to loud sounds and working near moving equipment

Leadership & Personnel

• Maintain safe and clean working environment by conduction safety inspections and ensuring work place is properly sanitized
• Train, supervise, motivate and develop production team – providing feedback, coaching and discipline

Experience & Education

• Minimum 3 years industry hands-on winemaking experience in table wine production and knowledge of practical and technical aspects of the winemaking process. Experience with production of icewine is an asset but not required.
• Practical knowledge of cellar operations, harvest, crush, fermentation process and mechanical aptitude
• Vineyard Assessment skills
• Forklift operation experience and certification
• Attention to detail, organizational and problem-solving skills
• Highly motivated to learn and discover our viticulture region
• Leader and team player, able to work and interact with people of various cultures, backgrounds and roles
• Must be willing to work on a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends as needed
• Functional knowledge of computer software (Word, Excel & Outlook)
• Valid Passport and BC driver’s license

We appreciate all applications for the position, however only selected candidates will be contacted for interviews. Please do not call.

To apply: email hello@grizzliwinery.com with your resume.