Cellar Master

We have an exciting opportunity for a Cellar Master to join the Markham Vineyards production team! Reporting to the Assistant Winemaker – Markham / Winemaker – Textbook, this role is responsible for coordinating with the winemaking team to ensure all cellar operations are planned and executed to a high standard according to the Winemaker’s specifications, delivering on the production schedule on time and in full.

This person must have good people management skills, providing clear direction and purpose for the cellar team and harvest interns. This role is based in St. Helena, CA and is a full-time, exempt position, working M-Thurs., 6am – 4:30pm (M‑Sat during harvest as scheduled) and the incumbent qualifies for our outstanding health care benefits, PTO, 401k plan, wine allowance and more!

• 5+ years of progressively responsible full‑time work in the wine industry including cellar operation.
• 3+ years of supervisory experience leading teams.
• Skilled operator of wine processing equipment including but not limited to presses, filters, forklifts, and barrel operations.
• Bachelor’s degree in Viticulture and Enology, Fermentation Science, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related discipline preferable.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in MS Office with Vintrace experience preferable.
• Attention to detail.
• Logical reasoning and analytical ability.
• Ability to prioritize jobs.
• Self‑motivated.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to lead employees.
• Ability to detect possible spoilage, oxidation or other problems in juice and wine.

Must be able to provide U.S. Work Authorization without current or future sponsorship.

• Weekly cellar plan covered with winemaking team.
• Provide clear direction and purpose for cellar and harvest team.
• Daily cellar activities detailed and communicated to team members.
• SOPs are followed and communicated to all team members.
• Winery facility is kept sanitary and well organized.
• Team members are trained and coached on winemaking and cellar activities.
• The winery cellar complies with OSHA standards and regulations.
• Winemaking records and all wine movements are updated and maintained in Vintrace.
• Safety Committee member, trains and maintains to OSHA requirements.
• Additives and hazardous materials are handled appropriately and stored properly.
• Responsible for on and off site barrel and bulk inventories.

Formed in 2008, Distinguished Vineyards represents a collection of iconic wineries from some of the world’s most prestigious wine regions. Recognized as benchmarks for their regions, our domestic portfolio includes the highly acclaimed Argyle Winery in Oregon’s Willamette Valley, Mac Rostie Winery and Vineyards in Sonoma, and Markham Vineyards in Napa Valley. Our core purpose is to enrich our world by championing sociability and helping people to live well.

Ever evolving, while remaining true to our roots, Distinguished Vineyards offers an unparalleled work environment with opportunities for professional and personal growth.

• Our Culture – We live by our leadership principles of doing the right thing, for the long term, being first with consumers to win customers, thinking beyond, innovate and adapt, deciding fast and making it happen, and welcoming differences and standing for fairness.

• Our Benefits – We have an amazing benefits package that includes 401K with matching, medical/dental/vision plan, PTO, community/employee engagement including wellness program, wine stipend, paid volunteering, and more!

• Our Community – We at DVWP believe in giving back and being accountable when it comes to social responsibility. That is why we have committed to our employees and their families and partner with community organizations to continue to uphold these values.

By joining Markham Vineyards, you will be joining a team of diverse individuals, all passionate about wines, our employees, and our business and what they do! We aim to provide a fun and inclusive culture where everyone can be the best they can be and have a great time doing it. When applying for this opportunity, please complete an application and provide a complete resume.

Distinguished Vineyards and its wine partnerships (Mac Rostie Winery, Markham Vineyards, and Argyle Winery) are an equal opportunity employer and encourage all to apply. All applications are kept confidential.

Job Status: Full‑time, exempt

Job Location: St. Helena, CA

Position Salary Range: $75K–85K + bonus