Seasonal Cellar Technician - La Crema Winery

Join the La Crema Winery Team for Harvest 2026! We are located in the heart of the Russian River Valley of Northern California with over 40 years of history producing acclaimed Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. More recently, we added Sauvignon Blanc and Cabernet Sauvignon to the portfolio making La Crema winery a great place to learn the fundamentals of winemaking. We pride ourselves in our hands‑on approach to winemaking that results in remarkable wines.

¡Únete al equipo de La Crema Winery para la Cosecha 2026! Estamos ubicados en el corazón del valle del Russian River en el Norte de California con una historia de más de 40 años de producción de aclamados Pinot Noir y Chardonnay. Más recientemente, agregamos Sauvignon Blanc y Cabernet Sauvignon a nuestro portfolio, lo que hace de la bodega La Crema un gran lugar para aprender los fundamentos de la elaboración del vino.

Nos enorgullecemos de nuestro enfoque práctico de la elaboración del vino que da como resultado vinos notables.

Under the general direction of the Cellar Manager, successful applicants will have the opportunity to learn the harvest process including Crush Pad Operations, Fermentation Management, Barrel Operations, and Winery Sanitation.

• Cleaning, sanitizing, and sterilizing all winery equipment and facilities.
• Racking and pumping of juice and wine; moving hoses and equipment.
• Making chemical and nutrient additions to juice and wine.
• Obtaining lab samples from tanks and barrels.
• Operating crush pad equipment.
• Forklift operation moving barrels and bins.
• Following and observing all safe cellar practices.
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

• The ability to communicate effectively with good reading, writing, and basic math skills.
• Must be able to read and interpret documents, such as safety rules and procedures, and be able to read cellar work orders, count barrels, and record times and dates.
• Must be reliable, punctual, and have a strong work ethic.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours including overtime and varying shifts.
• Must be able to reach with hands and arms, sit, walk, climb, stoop, kneel, and regularly lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

The pay for this role ranges from $18.50 to $25 per hour. Compensation will be determined by candidate experience, skills, and location.

Jackson Family Wines is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are based on merit and business needs.