A rare opportunity to join the City Winery team as we reimagine the future of live music and hospitality. City Winery to deliver the highest end combined culinary and cultural experience to our customers who are passionate in sharing wine, music, and culinary arts. We are a unique facility, combining a fully functioning winery with intimate concerts, food & wine classes, private events in a variety of configurations, and fine dining. We have created a compelling mix for our sophisticated clientele of foodies, and active cultural patrons—bringing the wine country experience to the middle of a large city.

Position Summary

The Wine Technician will support the day to day activities pertaining to winery operations.

Overview of Responsibilities

Winery & Equipment Maintenance: 

·        Responsible for maintaining cellar sanitation to CW requirements with daily, weekly, and monthly sanitation of kegs, tanks, fittings, pumps, hoses, etc. 

·        Must have previous experience using tri-clover stainless steel fittings, hoses and pumps in a winery or brewery setting

Winemaking: 

·        Communicate to local winemaker any concern about wine presenting a fault (VA, Brett….)

·        Responsible for working 6 days per week during harvest (September through November). Day off may be on a weekday

·        Assist in ensuring all full barrels are topped on proper schedule and all empty barrels are maintained correctly (VA check, monthly sulfite, water soaking before filling)

·        Responsible for “kegging” CW wines for additional locations to meet high volume demand 

Wine Delivery: 

·        Responsible for driving CW truck to deliver CW wine and supplies to the CW locations, several days per week

CW Tap system, retail tap account and offsite tap set up: 

·        Responsible for ensuring all CW tap lines (including Barrel on wheel) are cleaned on bi-weekly basis 
·        Cellar Technician will sign contract concerning CW tap system and Barrel on wheel “BOW” system 
·        With the winemaking team, oversee and maintain tap system, including cleaning and repairs
·        Adhere to CW safety practices pertaining to CW tap system and tri-clover keg management
·        Weekly cleaning of the empty kegs, filling of keg when needed
·        In addition, this role is expected to support other reasonably assigned duties, tasks, projects, as per business need

Minimum Qualifications

●       Must have minimum 1 years of “hands-on” wine production experience and/or equivalent relevant experience

●       Professional and effective communication skills 

●       Driving License and Clean DMV Record

●       Superior organization skills and attention to detail 

●       Flexible and able to work independently as well as collaboratively with a team

●       Ability to perform physical requirements of position including standing for extended periods of time, kneeling, stooping, using stairs, able to lift, carry, push, pull weights of at least 50 lbs.

●       Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays as needed. Must be able to work 6 days per week during Harvest season and high-volume seasons (spring & summer festival)

About Us

Wine, food, and live entertainment collide at City Winery to create a dynamic and incredibly unique workplace. Since 2008, City Winery has been turning heads across the nation with amazing live performances, delectable cuisine, and award winning, locally produced wines. But there's more to us than that  we're a haven for community and creativity, a place where the philosophy of hospitality is more than just a buzzword, but a way of life. City Winery, founded by music industry veteran & visionary Michael Dorf, has established itself as a one-of-a-kind brand providing unforgettable experiences for guests. From world class music venues to sustainably produced wines with ratings of 90+ points, City Winery offers a range of topnotch events & experiences.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at City Winery. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Additionally, City Winery participates in the E-Verify Program in certain locations, as required by law.

A rare opportunity to join the City Winery team as we reimagine the future of live music and hospitality. City Winery to deliver the highest end combined culinary and cultural experience to our customers who are passionate in sharing wine, music, and culinary arts. We are a unique facility, combining a fully functioning winery with intimate concerts, food & wine classes, private events in a variety of configurations, and fine dining. We have created a compelling mix for our sophisticated clientele of foodies, and active cultural patrons—bringing the wine country experience to the middle of a large city.

Position Summary

The Wine Technician will support the day to day activities pertaining to winery operations.

Overview of Responsibilities

Winery & Equipment Maintenance: 

·        Responsible for maintaining cellar sanitation to CW requirements with daily, weekly, and monthly sanitation of kegs, tanks, fittings, pumps, hoses, etc. 

·        Must have previous experience using tri-clover stainless steel fittings, hoses and pumps in a winery or brewery setting

Winemaking: 

·        Communicate to local winemaker any concern about wine presenting a fault (VA, Brett….)

·        Responsible for working 6 days per week during harvest (September through November). Day off may be on a weekday

·        Assist in ensuring all full barrels are topped on proper schedule and all empty barrels are maintained correctly (VA check, monthly sulfite, water soaking before filling)

·        Responsible for “kegging” CW wines for additional locations to meet high volume demand 

Wine Delivery: 

·        Responsible for driving CW truck to deliver CW wine and supplies to the CW locations, several days per week

CW Tap system, retail tap account and offsite tap set up: 

·        Responsible for ensuring all CW tap lines (including Barrel on wheel) are cleaned on bi-weekly basis 
·        Cellar Technician will sign contract concerning CW tap system and Barrel on wheel “BOW” system 
·        With the winemaking team, oversee and maintain tap system, including cleaning and repairs
·        Adhere to CW safety practices pertaining to CW tap system and tri-clover keg management
·        Weekly cleaning of the empty kegs, filling of keg when needed
·        In addition, this role is expected to support other reasonably assigned duties, tasks, projects, as per business need

Minimum Qualifications

●       Must have minimum 1 years of “hands-on” wine production experience and/or equivalent relevant experience

●       Professional and effective communication skills 

●       Driving License and Clean DMV Record

●       Superior organization skills and attention to detail 

●       Flexible and able to work independently as well as collaboratively with a team

●       Ability to perform physical requirements of position including standing for extended periods of time, kneeling, stooping, using stairs, able to lift, carry, push, pull weights of at least 50 lbs.

●       Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays as needed. Must be able to work 6 days per week during Harvest season and high-volume seasons (spring & summer festival)

About Us

Wine, food, and live entertainment collide at City Winery to create a dynamic and incredibly unique workplace. Since 2008, City Winery has been turning heads across the nation with amazing live performances, delectable cuisine, and award winning, locally produced wines. But there's more to us than that  we're a haven for community and creativity, a place where the philosophy of hospitality is more than just a buzzword, but a way of life. City Winery, founded by music industry veteran & visionary Michael Dorf, has established itself as a one-of-a-kind brand providing unforgettable experiences for guests. From world class music venues to sustainably produced wines with ratings of 90+ points, City Winery offers a range of topnotch events & experiences.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at City Winery. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Additionally, City Winery participates in the E-Verify Program in certain locations, as required by law.