Assistant Winemaker
Top Benefits
About the role
About Us
Mount Boucherie Estate Winery farms over 200 acres of estate vineyards across the Okanagan and Similkameen Valleys. Our mission is simple: craft wines that express the unique terroir of British Columbia, while fostering a culture of collaboration, curiosity, and craftsmanship.
Located in West Kelowna with panoramic views of Okanagan Lake, our winery is home to an award-winning tasting room and The Modest Butcher Kitchen + Market, one of the region’s top farm-to-table dining experiences.
We are proud recipients of multiple Best of Kelowna awards, national and international wine accolades, and recognition for our commitment to sustainability and innovation in winemaking.
Job Overview
We are looking for a motivated and experienced Assistant Winemaker to join our production team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on environment and is ready to contribute to all aspects of cellar and harvest operations while mentoring junior staff and helping to maintain high production standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee day-to-day cellar operations, including supervising staff and managing workflow
- Write work orders and ensure proper execution and recordkeeping
- Coordinate bottling days and lead bottling line supervision
- Support monthly excise reporting and VQA submission processes
- Assist in training and mentoring of seasonal and full-time cellar staff
- Lead harvest operations and help execute winemaking decisions
- Monitor cellar hygiene, safety, and equipment maintenance
- Act as an ambassador for the winery during events and tastings
- Collaborate with the winemaking team to maintain quality from grape to glass
Qualifications
- Degree or diploma in Oenology, Viticulture, or related field
- Minimum 5 years of experience in wine production
- Strong working knowledge of cellar operations and winery equipment
- Previous experience supervising or managing a cellar crew preferred
- Forklift certification and ability to lift 55 lbs
- Highly organized with excellent time management and communication skills
- Passionate about wine and committed to producing high-quality products
- Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
What We Offer
- Competitive salary: $60,000–$65,000 per year, based on experience
- Comprehensive health & dental benefits
- Staff discounts at our winery and The Modest Butcher Restaurant
- Opportunity to grow within a highly respected estate winery
- Work-life balance in the heart of British Columbia’s wine country
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $60,000.00-$65,000.00 per year
Expected hours: 40 per week
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 2025-07-16
Expected start date: 2025-07-03
About Mt. Boucherie Estate Winery
Mt. Boucherie Estate Winery takes its name from the extinct volcano that is the geologic landmark of West Kelowna.
We are proud to farm estate vineyards that are some of the oldest in both the Okanagan & Similkameen Valleys. The stewardship of our vineyards dates back to 1968 and today we still bring the pride of ownership and commitment to quality to every wine we produce.
Our mission in winemaking is to express this amazing land by crafting distinctive wines that draw on low yields, honest winemaking and patient ageing. Year after year, the quality of our vintages has been recognized in British Columbia and on the national and international stage, including Chardonnay du Monde awards.
Assistant Winemaker
Top Benefits
About the role
About Us
Mount Boucherie Estate Winery farms over 200 acres of estate vineyards across the Okanagan and Similkameen Valleys. Our mission is simple: craft wines that express the unique terroir of British Columbia, while fostering a culture of collaboration, curiosity, and craftsmanship.
Located in West Kelowna with panoramic views of Okanagan Lake, our winery is home to an award-winning tasting room and The Modest Butcher Kitchen + Market, one of the region’s top farm-to-table dining experiences.
We are proud recipients of multiple Best of Kelowna awards, national and international wine accolades, and recognition for our commitment to sustainability and innovation in winemaking.
Job Overview
We are looking for a motivated and experienced Assistant Winemaker to join our production team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on environment and is ready to contribute to all aspects of cellar and harvest operations while mentoring junior staff and helping to maintain high production standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee day-to-day cellar operations, including supervising staff and managing workflow
- Write work orders and ensure proper execution and recordkeeping
- Coordinate bottling days and lead bottling line supervision
- Support monthly excise reporting and VQA submission processes
- Assist in training and mentoring of seasonal and full-time cellar staff
- Lead harvest operations and help execute winemaking decisions
- Monitor cellar hygiene, safety, and equipment maintenance
- Act as an ambassador for the winery during events and tastings
- Collaborate with the winemaking team to maintain quality from grape to glass
Qualifications
- Degree or diploma in Oenology, Viticulture, or related field
- Minimum 5 years of experience in wine production
- Strong working knowledge of cellar operations and winery equipment
- Previous experience supervising or managing a cellar crew preferred
- Forklift certification and ability to lift 55 lbs
- Highly organized with excellent time management and communication skills
- Passionate about wine and committed to producing high-quality products
- Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
What We Offer
- Competitive salary: $60,000–$65,000 per year, based on experience
- Comprehensive health & dental benefits
- Staff discounts at our winery and The Modest Butcher Restaurant
- Opportunity to grow within a highly respected estate winery
- Work-life balance in the heart of British Columbia’s wine country
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $60,000.00-$65,000.00 per year
Expected hours: 40 per week
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 2025-07-16
Expected start date: 2025-07-03
About Mt. Boucherie Estate Winery
Mt. Boucherie Estate Winery takes its name from the extinct volcano that is the geologic landmark of West Kelowna.
We are proud to farm estate vineyards that are some of the oldest in both the Okanagan & Similkameen Valleys. The stewardship of our vineyards dates back to 1968 and today we still bring the pride of ownership and commitment to quality to every wine we produce.
Our mission in winemaking is to express this amazing land by crafting distinctive wines that draw on low yields, honest winemaking and patient ageing. Year after year, the quality of our vintages has been recognized in British Columbia and on the national and international stage, including Chardonnay du Monde awards.