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Grape Growers and Winemakers do you have jobs that need to be filled?  Here is the place to post your vacancies.  Complete the Job Vacancy Posting Form and fax to the VESTA Project Director at 417-836-6979.  Your vacancy will be posted on the VESTA website for all interested applicants to view.  VESTA only serves as a posting site and is not responsible for verifying the qualifications of applicants that may contact you.


Date Posted -6/24/2010

 

Position - Full-time Viticulture/Enology Workforce Education Instructor

 

Description - Arkansas Tech University – Ozark Campus invites applications for the position of full-time Viticulture / Enology workforce education instructor. The Ozark Campus is located on I-40 between Fort Smith and Russellville in the city of Ozark. This position reports to the Chief Academic Officer on the Ozark Campus. The Instructor will teach courses leading to a Technical Certificate in Viticulture / Enology. This position will also carry the duties as the program chair. Responsibilities include classroom and lab instruction and operation, development of curriculum, maintenance of classroom records, advisement of students, service on campus committees, and communication with representatives in the field. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in Viticulture and or Enology (Masters preferred), background in curriculum design, industry-specific certifications, two years of experience in the industry, and strong communication skills. Salary commensurate with experience. Excellent benefits package. Position start date: Aug 19, 2010.

 

Number of Openings- one

 

Contact - Send an Ozark Campus application (available online at: http://www.atu.edu/hr/emp/employ.asp), your letter of application, resume, and names, addresses, and phone numbers of three professional references to: Mr. Bruce Sikes, Chief Academic Officer, Arkansas Tech University – Ozark Campus, 1700 Helberg Lane, Ozark, Arkansas 72949. The search committee will begin reviewing applications on Tuesday, July 6, 2010. Arkansas Tech University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.


Date Posted - 4/29/2010

 

Position - Cellar Master/Assistant Winemaker

 

Business - Lavender Crest Winery

                   Illinois Quad Cities Area - Colona, IL       

 

Description - Lavender Crest is a modern facility with the capacity of 20,000 gallons; currently making around 10,000 gallons.  They are looking for a young, energetic person who can both excel in keeping their one acre vineyard and production facility in top form.  The position would be a combination of a cellar master and assistant winemaker.

 

Number of Openings- one

 

Contact - Martha Rittmueller

Email: martha@lavendercrest.com

Contact Address: Lavender Crest Winery, 5401 U.S. Highway 6, Colona, IL 61241

Telephone Contact: 309-912-4002

Website Contact: www.lavendercrest.com


Date Posted - 2/18/2010

 

Position - Assistant Winegrower and Distiller

 

Business - Jack Rabbit Hill Estate Winery/Peak Spirits Distillery

                    Hotchkiss, CO         

 

Description - Assistants will gain hands-on experience in organic & biodynamic

practices in grape growing and wine & spirits making, working hand-in-hand with

owners Anna and Lance Hanson. The work environment is dynamic and demands

organization, thinking on the fly, creativity, juggling, strong listening and speaking

skills, and a festive spirit after long, challenging projects. A basic understanding of

winegrowing and cellar processes and equipment operation is preferred. Good

physical and mental health is a must.

 

Rate of Pay -  Commensurate with experience.

 

Number of Openings- Multiple

 

For More Information please click here.

 

Contact - Send Resume to lance@jackrabbithill.com

Contact Address: Jack Rabbit Hill, PO Box 2004, 26567 North Rd, Hotchkiss, CO 81419

Telephone Contact: 970-835-3677

Website Contact: www.jackrabbithill.com, www.peakspirits.com


Date Posted - 8/13/2009

 

Position - Viticulture Instructor & Vineyard Manager

 

Business - Highland Community College

                    Wamego, KS            

 

Description - Highland Community College is seeking a Viticulture Instructor/Vineyard Manager in Wamego, Kansas. The successful candidate will teach an introductory course(s) in Viticulture and manage the College’s 2-acre instructional/research vineyard. Other teaching is possible depending on the candidate’s degree. Candidates with a Viticulture degree are preferred, but persons with degrees in agriculture, biology, chemistry, or botany and an interest in Viticulture are encouraged to apply. Master’s degree preferred; Bachelor’s accepted.

 

Rate of Pay -  Negotiable

 

Number of Openings - 1

 

Contact - Request application packet: HCC Human Resources, 606 W. Main, Highland, KS 66035; 785/442-6010; egronniger@highlandcc.edu EOE.


Date Posted - 8/11/2009

Position - Cellar Worker

Business - Sparks Vineyard and Winery

                   351310 East 970 Road

                    Sparks, OK  74869

 

Description - Due to serious medical condition Sparks Vineyard and Winery is looking for a cellar worker with some experience.  Applicant must be self-motivated and organized. 

 

Rate of Pay -  Pay based upon skills and experience.

 

Number of Openings - 1

 

Contact - If interested, please contact Ina Gilbert,

                  Business Phone: 918-866-2529 or  918-987-0001

                  Toll Free: 877-669-8893

                  Fax: 918-866-2523;

 


Date Posted - 1/13/2009

 

Position - Vineyard Manager

 

Business - Soaring Wings Vineyard

                    1711 South 138th Street

                    Springfield, NE  68059

 

Description - The vineyard manager must provide oversight and management for a 10.5 acre Midwest estate vineyard of hybrid and vinifera grapes on the winery site. The position will also require the coordination and education of the winery's associated vineyards. Vineyard management, administration, winemaking, and other skills needed.

 

Rate of Pay -  Negotiable

 

Number of Openings - 1

 

Contact - If interested, send resume, detailed work/educational experience and references to:

Jim Shaw

Soaring Wings Vineyard

1711 South 138th Street

 Springfield, NE  68059

Phone: 402-253-2479

Cell: 402-699-2057

Email: Jim@soaringwingswine.com

 


Date Posted - 6/24/2008

 

Position - Winemaker for Fall 2008

 

Business - Danzinger Vineyards

                   W1528 County Road E

                    Alma, WI  54610

Description - Brand new winery seeking wine maker for first year of production.  This is a part-time and seasonal position.  

 

Rate of Pay -  Pay based upon skills and experience.

 

Number of Openings - 1

 

Contact - If interested, send resume, detailed work/educational experience and references to:

David Danzinger

Danzinger Vineyards

W1528 County Road E

Alma, WI  54610

Phone: 608-685-3628

Fax: 608-685-3348

Cell: 715-495-2533

Email: danzingervineyard@hughes.net

 


Date Posted - 3/19/2008

 

Position - Assistant Winemaker/Cellar Worker

 

Business - Tabor Home Vineyard and Winery

                   3570 67th Street

                    Baldwin, IA  52207

 

Description - Tabor Home Vineyard and Winery  is looking for a full time assistant winemaker/cellar worker.  Job entails all aspects of winemaking including basic wine making, cellar work., bottling line operation, cleaning and sanitizing tanks, hoses, pumps and the winery building.  The job also includes seasonal projects such as pruning, harvesting, crush and press.  Applicant must have some chemistry and agriculture background and be self-motivated, organized.  Beginning winemakers encouraged to apply.

 

Rate of Pay -  $10 - $12 per hour with increase after training.

 

Number of Openings - 1

 

Contact - If interested, send resume and detailed work/educational experience to: iowawine@netins.net


Date Posted - 3/14/2008

 

Position - Winemaker

 

Business - Hidden Lake Winery

                   10580 Wellen

                    Aviston, IL  62216

 

Description - Hidden Lake Winery is looking for a full time winemaker.  Job entails all aspects of winemaking including bottling.  Applicant must be self-motivated, organized.  Beginning winemakers encouraged to apply.

 

Rate of Pay -  Pay based upon skills and experience.

 

Number of Openings - 1

 

Contact - If interested, please contact Dale Holbrook,

                  Business Phone: 618-228-9111; Cell Phone: 618-806-8178

                  Fax: 618-228-9024;


Date Posted - 3/11/2008

Position - Viticulturist/Vineyard Manager

Business - Tinhorn Creek Vineyards

                   Suite A-2309

                   McCallum Road

                    Abbotsford, BC  V2S3N7

Description - Tinhorn Creek Vineyards in the Okanagan Region of British Columbia, Canada is seeking a Viticulturist/Vineyard Manager to oversee a 130 acre vineyard operation growing ultra-premium wine grapes.  Responsibilities will include planning, scheduling, crop load management, harvest coordination, and planting.  Ideal candidates will have formal training in viticulture and at least ten years' relevant experience.

 

Rate of Pay -  Competitive pay based upon skills and experience.

 

Number of Openings - 1

 

Contact - If interested, please submit your resume electronically to Barb Schimnowsky bschimnowsky@westviewsearch.ca .


Date Posted - 2/28/2008

 

Position - Assistant Vineyard Manager

 

Business - Mutual Farm Management

                   7768 Center Road

                    Traverse City, MI  49686

Description - Assistant Vineyard Manager needed.  Must be experienced and educated.  We are a growing management company currently providing complete turnkey vineyard services on nearly 400 acres.

 

Rate of Pay -  Competitive pay based upon skills and experience.

 

Number of Openings - 1

 

Contact - Email Jim Thompson jimmfm@charterinternet.com for further details.  Be sure to have your resume, references and work history available.

 

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