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lifestyle and occasion. Through our commitment to excellence, honouring our
roots, owning it, fostering belonging and driving to succeed, we inspire teammates to be extraordinary every day.
Who We Are
We are one of Canada's largest and oldest wine companies with a rich heritage in quality winemaking.
We produce some of Canada's most recognized brands and offer our teammates a challenging and rewarding employment experience.
Are you looking for an exciting, hands-on opportunity in premium wine production? Join Our Team as a Vintage Cellar Hand for the 2025 Harvest Season! Tinhorn Creek Vineyards, located on the renowned Golden Mile Bench in Oliver, British Columbia, is seeking dedicated individuals to join our 2025 harvest team. With a production facilities processing approximately 450 tonnes of grapes, this is an excellent chance to gain valuable winemaking experience in a dynamic environment.
About Tinhorn Creek Vineyards
Tinhorn Creek Vineyards is a pioneering winery in the South Okanagan, known for its commitment to sustainable practices, premium winemaking, and innovation. With a legacy of crafting outstanding wines that reflect the terroir, Tinhorn Creek is an inspiring place to learn and grow in the wine industry.
Position Overview
As a Vintage Cellar Hand, you will play a key role in our harvest team, gaining hands-on experience across the Crush Pad, Cellars, and Barrel Cellar. This seasonal role requires availability for up to six days a week, with shifts of up to 12 hours per day (day or night shift rotation). The harvest season runs from late August to mid-November, with exact dates to be confirmed.
What You’ll Do
Operate equipment to receive, sort, and press grapes.
Perform essential winemaking tasks, including racking, inoculations, transferring, blending, and fermentation monitoring.
Conduct punch downs, pump overs, and dig outs.
Assist with barrel work, such as filling, fermenting, racking, sampling, and topping.
Clean and sanitize winery equipment to maintain a safe and efficient work environment.
Follow standard operating procedures to ensure exceptional wine quality.
Why Join Us?
Competitive pay: $20.00–$23.00 per hour (based on experience).
Professional development: Gain valuable insight into large-scale and small-batch wine production from experienced winemakers.
Perks & Benefits:
Monthly employee gift card for use at our restaurants and retail stores.
Training on cellar equipment and technical aspects of harvest work.
Access to development seminars and a Learning Library with over 30,000 courses.
A fun, engaging, and supportive work environment with a team passionate about wine.
Employee Assistance Program for additional support.
What We’re Looking For
Previous vineyard or harvest experience is an asset, but enthusiastic first-time candidates are welcome!
Strong attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to multi-task and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Dependable, hands-on, and safety-conscious.
Ability to lift 22 kg (48 lbs) regularly.
Available for 12-hour shifts (day or night) throughout the harvest season.
Must be legally entitled to work in Canada. International applicants must be able to obtain a Canadian working visa on their own.
How to Apply
If you’re eager to be part of an enthusiastic team and contribute to crafting exceptional wines, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to join us for an exciting 2025 harvest season at Tinhorn Creek Vineyards.
Andrew Peller Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in the workplace. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.
We are conducting an internal and external search simultaneously. We wish to thank all applicants for their interest; only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Accommodation:
Andrew Peller Limited is committed to meeting the needs of persons with temporary and/or permanent disabilities in a way that allows them to maintain their dignity and independence. We are happy to discuss any need for accommodation in the workplace and will make an effort to meet those needs in a timely manner by preventing and removing barriers to accessibility in the areas of information, communications, and employment. If you require an accommodation to apply or interview for a position, please email people.culture@andrewpeller.com
Equal Opportunity Employment:
At Andrew Peller Limited, we are committed to creating and celebrating a culture of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring every person has a right to equal treatment with respect to employment without discrimination or harassment because of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status or disability.
