Assistant Winemaker

2 weeks ago

Cape Town, South Africa BABYLONSTOREN Full time

Babylonstoren has an exciting opportunity for an assistant winemaker to join the cellar team.

**Requirements**:

- BScAgric or BAgric Viticulture and Oenology (Stellenbosch University or Elsenburg Agricultural College).
- Good wine knowledge.
- Fluent in Afrikaans and English.
- Passionate team player with good interpersonal skills.
- Valid driving licence is a requirement.
- Must be able to drive a forklift.
- Must be able to work under pressure.
- Must be available to work on weekends and public holidays when required (especially during harvest).
- Own accommodation and transport.

**Responsibilities**:

- Assist the head winemaker with daily cellar activities to ensure that the best possible wines are produced.
- Manage the cellar team alongside the head winemaker.
- Perform quality and hygiene control.
- Responsible for administration regarding SAWIS, IPW certification, FSA audit, BMV and 5-S.
- Inventory control.
- Assist at wine fairs and festivals.
- Assist at wine club events.
- Handle competition entry administration.
- Liaise between Babylonstoren and contracted teams.
- Any other wine-related activities.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Application Question(s):

- Are you available to work on weekends and public holidays when required (especially during harvest)?
- Do you have a valid drivers and forklift licence?
- Het jy uitsonderlike skriftelike en mondelinge kommunikasievaardighede in beide Afrikaans en Engels?

**Experience**:

- relevant cellar: 2 years (required)

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