We are seeking HARVEST CELLAR HANDS for our upcoming busy season. This exciting opportunity is temporary from August to the end of November 2026, and is based in our West Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada, Production facility.
Key Responsibilities:
- Setting up and sanitizing tanks and crush equipment.
- Receiving, processing, sorting, and pressing of grapes.
- Racking and inoculations.
- Preparing and filling barrels
- Cleaning and sanitizing of pumps, tanks, and barrels.
- Processing equipment.
- Maintaining a safe, clean, and healthy work environment.
- Other duties as required.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Previous harvest experience is an asset.
- Winemaking or viticulture education is an asset.
- Ability to multi-task, work independently and with a team in a fast-paced environment with emphasis on quality, accuracy, and timeliness.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to lift up to 50+ lbs.
- Ability to perform continued physical activity, including standing for extended periods of time, walking, pushing and pulling. Ability to safely climb ladders and catwalks repeatedly.
- Must be able to work longer and varying hours during harvest.
- Forklift driving certificate is an asset.
- Reliable transportation is required.
- Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.
Why Work for Us?
- Join a team of dedicated individuals who are passionate about wine and committed to excellence in every aspect of our operations.
- We embrace innovation and creativity in everything we do, from winemaking techniques to customer experiences.
- Our commitment to excellence runs through everything we do, from vineyard management to customer service.
What we offer
The hourly range for this position is $22-$24 per hour.
*It is not typical for an individual to be hired at the top of the range for their role. Actual placement within range will be contingent upon several factors, including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, education, experience, internal equity, and alignment with market data.
About Frind Estate Winery
Established in 2017 with the purchase of the historic Bennett property in West Kelowna, Frind Estate Winery blends agriculture with technological opportunity.
With over 400 acres planted across 15 thriving vineyards spanning the Okanagan Valley, and another 250 acres to be planted, Frind Winery Ltd. has ambitious plans for future expansion, where our company stands at the forefront of viticultural innovation.
We are dedicated to crafting excellence in every vine, cultivating multiple distinct grape varieties including Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Marechal, Foch and Regent, across our varied geographic locations from as far south as Osoyoos to as far north as Vernon.
Our commitment to excellence is supported by our state-of-the-art in-house lab, where advanced analysis, including soil and petiole analyses, help us optimize vineyard health and performance.
In Production, we use cutting edge technology such as density sorting, optical sorting, flash detente HL2, Agrovin Resoul, Stars and so much more!
Apply Today!
Please submit your most recent resume and cover letter outlining your qualifications and interest in the role to [email protected]. Be sure to include your location, phone number, and personal email so we can connect with you.
We look forward to meeting you!
