Tasting Room Lead

Winery Ambassador

Garnet Valley Ranch

Summerland, British Columbia

Position Type: Seasonal, Full time

Start Date: May 1st, 2024

About Us

Garnet Valley Ranch is a rare, unspoiled site that has been carefully and thoughtfully designed to integrate with the wild natural landscape it envelops. The ranch is located in Summerland, BC, on a 320-acre (130 ha) site that was purchased by Okanagan Crush Pad Winery at the urging of Chilean terroir consultant Pedro Parra.

Parra designed fifteen unique vineyard blocks, employing extensive research to determine viticulture strategies. The first blocks were planted in 2014 and as of 2023 the site has 55 acres (18 ha) of vines (Pinot Noir, Gamay Noir, Chardonnay, Riesling and Chenin Blanc), planted in volcanic and glacial matter (including alluvial course sand with limestone and rock) that varies from block to block.

Each block is fenced separately, allowing wildlife to roam and visit a restored pond which has brought songbirds and other small animals back to the site. The entire property is certified organic and is also home to a lavender farm and eight acres of organic vegetables.

Vineyard blocks are located between 1,968 and 2,230 feet (600 and 680 meters) above sea level, making this the highest elevated vineyard site in the Okanagan Valley. At this altitude, the soils are more interesting than those found on the valley floor, the season is shorter and more intense, and the temperatures cooler. Strong phenolic ripeness at lower sugar levels results in finished wines with lower alcohol levels, better acidity, and balance.

Join our Team!

Garnet Valley Ranch Winey is on the search for a passionate and dedicated Winery Ambassador to own all facets of our guest experience program. This role is responsible for hosting members, guests, VIP’s and media through the dynamic tours and tastings through the season while fostering a safe, authentic, and positive work environment.

Who we’re looking for!

• You have proven experience in creating exceptional guest experiences within the wine, hospitality, or retail industry
• You are passionate about leading teams and creating environments that foster respect, team work, and results
• Ideally, you have experience executing wine clubs, but if not, we’ll bring you up to speed!
• Your past colleagues would describe you as self-sufficient, highly detailed, and reliable
• You have a deep passion for wine and educating others on the subject, and you have your WSET Level 2 to back you up
• You can quickly learn new guest reservation/DTC programs and may even have working knowledge of TOCK and Commerce 7
• You don’t shy away from handling some conflict every now and then
• You pride yourself on maintaining clean and organized data
• You can safely lift 40 lbs. and are comfortable conducting tastings on patio and picnic areas during our hot, and sometimes smokey summers
• General Certificates Required: Serving it Right, Food Safe Certified and First Aid Level 1 (Preferred)

Why Join our Team?

Join our incredible team and you will receive:

· Competitive pay based off experience!

· Gratuities and incentives

· A fun, collaborative and inclusive environment

· A spectacular setting to work in

· Be a part of something truly special

· Future opportunities to grow with one of Canada’s leading wine businesses

Send us your Resume!

If this opportunity sounds like a fit for you, please send your resume to: craig@okanagancrushpad.com

Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal
Contract length: 6 months

Salary: $800.00-$1,200.00 per week

Benefits:

• Discounted or free food
• On-site parking
• Store discount

Day range:

• Every Weekend
• Holidays

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Food industry setting:

• Bistro
• Restaurant

Shift:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• serving: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Smart Serve (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-04-15
Expected start date: 2024-05-01