Job Description

We are a Jackson Family wines winery; a family-owned company with properties in California, Oregon, Australia, France, Italy, Chile, and South Africa. At our Oakville winery we produce wines not only for high end JFW brands such as Freemark Abbey but also premium custom crush clients.We produce primarily high-quality red Bordeaux varieties, along with Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Viognier, and Assyrtiko. Our average crush is 2,000 tons and we have approx. 15,000 barrels of capacity in our barrel cellar. This is a hands-on cellar internship role and reports to the cellar manager. We operate an indoor and outdoor facility with full grape to bottling production. Interns work in all the following areas:

Assist in crushing red fruit to tank and pressing of white grapes
Fermentation management: pumpovers, rack and returns, pressing
Addition of yeasts, nutrients, SO2, etc.
Barrel work: filling, racking and topping
Sanitation of tanks, equipment, and general housekeeping
Dry goods inventory

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

1 year harvest experience required
A degree or certificate in winemaking or related field required, unless the candidate has at least 5 years of agriculture experience
Effective verbal and written communication skills in English, Spanish speaking a plus
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and extended hours through harvest
Ability to sit bend, stoop, twist and walk over uneven surfaces
Ability to climb stairs, lift 50+ lbs. and stand for long periods of time
Ability to work well as an individual and as a valued member of our team with a positive attitude
Forklift driving experience is a plus

This is a seasonal position commencing in August and concluding in November. Applicants are responsible for their own transportation and housing; we will assist, when possible, with housing searches. International positions will be processed via coordination with CAEP.org WAGE TRANSPARENCY The base pay for this role ranges from $19.50 – $24.00 per hour. Compensation will be determined by candidate experience, skills, and location. Jackson Family Wines is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are based on merit and business needs.

About Jackson Family Wines

Jackson Family Wines, based in Sonoma County – in the heart of California’s wine country – is one of the few family-owned and operated winery groups of its kind. Founded in 1983 with a focus on artisanal wines of distinct character and quality, Jackson Family Wines’ portfolio of wineries includes Kendall-Jackson, La Crema, Freemark Abbey, Murphy-Goode, Stonestreet, Matanzas Creek and Cambria (plus many more!), as well as a collection of luxury wineries such as Cardinale, Lokoya and Verite.

Today, the Jackson family carries the formidable legacy of founder Jess Jackson forward to the next generation. We continue to embed our core values of land stewardship, inspired winemaking and a respect for wine at the table into the company’s local and worldwide practices. All of JFW’s wineries reflect a unique quality story steeped in extraordinary vineyards, remarkable artisan winemaking and the dedication of hard working, talented individuals. This philosophy is often called sustainability, but for us it’s all about providing environmental, social and economic benefits that our family, employees and community can all share – now and in the future.

2015 North Bay Business Journal's Best Places to Work Winner!

Industry

Food & Beverage

Company Size

1,001-5,000 employees

Headquarters

Santa Rosa, California

Year Founded

Unknown

Website

jacksonfamilywines.com

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