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City Winery

Harvest Intern

Montgomery, NY · On-site

$16.50/hr

Cellar: * Lots of cleaning and sanitation! * Communicate to Winemaker any concerns about wines (off ... Seasonal hours during harvest may include extended hours and extra days (up to 6 days per week)

City Winery Hudson Valley

Harvest Intern

Montgomery, NY · On-site

$16.50/hr

Cellar: * Lots of cleaning and sanitation! * Communicate to Winemaker any concerns about wines (off ... Seasonal hours during harvest may include extended hours and extra days (up to 6 days per week)

Jackson Family Wines

Cellar Technician II

Santa Rosa, CA · On-site

$21.08 - $30.02/hr

Under the general direction of the Cellar Manager and Foreperson, the Cellar Tech II performs a ... Must be able to work any shift and overtime as needed, particularly during harvest season.

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Chiller/Filter

Acampo, CA · On-site

$21 - $28.50/hr

Previous winery or cellar harvest experience is required * Hands-on experience operating chillers and filtration equipment * Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills * Excellent ...

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Chiller/Filter

Acampo, CA · On-site

$21 - $28.50/hr

Previous winery or cellar harvest experience is required * Hands-on experience operating chillers and filtration equipment * Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills * Excellent ...

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How much do harvest cellar jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for harvest cellar in the United States is $20.10, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.27 and $21.39 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a harvest cellar?

Harvest cellar workers are employees who assist with the production of wine during the harvest season, primarily working in the winery's cellar. Their duties include receiving and processing grapes, operating equipment, monitoring fermentation, cleaning tanks and barrels, and supporting winemakers with various tasks. This role is physically demanding and typically seasonal, with peak activity during grape harvest months. Harvest cellar workers play a vital part in ensuring the quality and efficiency of the winemaking process.

What does a harvest cellar worker do?

During harvest season, Harvest Cellar workers can expect fast-paced days that often start early and may extend into long shifts to keep up with incoming grapes. Responsibilities include receiving and processing fruit, monitoring fermentation tanks, cleaning equipment, and assisting with pump-overs or punch-downs. Collaboration is essential, as you'll work closely with winemakers, lab technicians, and other cellar staff to ensure quality and efficiency. The environment is hands-on and physically demanding, but provides excellent experience for those interested in advancing in the wine industry.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a harvest cellar worker?

To thrive as a Harvest Cellar worker, you need knowledge of winemaking processes, attention to detail, and physical stamina, often supported by prior experience or relevant training. Familiarity with cellar equipment, fermentation tanks, and safety protocols is essential, and forklift certification is often preferred. Strong teamwork, effective communication, and adaptability help individuals excel during the fast-paced harvest season. These skills ensure safe, efficient wine production and the ability to maintain quality standards under tight deadlines.

What is the difference between Harvest Cellar vs Winemaker?

AspectHarvest CellarWinemaker
CredentialsBasic viticulture knowledge, sometimes certifications in wine productionAdvanced education in enology or viticulture, extensive experience
Work EnvironmentCellar or vineyard during harvest, hands-on, seasonalWinery, laboratory, or production facility, year-round
Industry UsagePart of the harvest team, focusing on grape collection and initial processingOversees entire wine production process, from fermentation to bottling

Harvest Cellar roles typically involve assisting during the grape harvest and initial processing, requiring basic viticulture skills. Winemakers have a broader scope, managing the entire wine-making process with advanced enology knowledge. Both roles are essential in the wine industry but differ significantly in responsibilities and experience levels.

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Infographic showing various Harvest Cellar job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 2% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,816 per year, or $20.1 per hour.

Cellar Crew 1 Racker and Blender (Swing) - Woodbridge

The Wine Group

Acampo, CA • On-site

$17.21 - $25.76/hr

Full-time

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Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

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Job description

The Wine Group (TWG) is a leading producer of award-winning wines and alcoholic beverages across 120+ brands. With operations in California, New York and Australia, TWG is an innovator in developing and marketing brands beloved by consumers globally, including Cupcake, Franzia, Benziger, Imagery, Tribute, Chloe, Meiomi, Cooks, 7 Deadly, Cooper & Thief, and more. We produce our products using sustainable practices to create delicious beverages that people can feel good about. Visit us at www.thewinegroup.com.
JOB SUMMARY
The Cellar Crew Trainee works on multiple tasks, including blending wine types together in tanks, hook up lines and transfer product, gauge levels, wash tanks and lines, use transfer pumps, rack wine tanks to separate fluid and lees in tanks, and setting up lines for the chiller. Ideal candidates will have prior racking and blending or Cellar related experience, or experience involving consistent heavy lifting. Forklift experience is a plus. Overtime and weekend work may be required especially during the Harvest season.
Swing Shift Schedule: Monday through Friday, 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM. Candidates must have the flexibility to work overtime before and/or after scheduled shifts, as well as weekends during the harvest season (August through early November).
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Blending wine types together in tanks, hook up lines and transfer product, gauge levels, wash tanks and lines, use transfer pumps, rack wine tanks to separate fluid and lees in tanks, and setting up lines for the chiller.
  • Comprehend and carry out written and verbal work orders and instructions.
  • Work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Interact and communicate effectively with other co-workers and management.
  • Perform wine additions to tanks.

OTHER FUNCTIONS
  • Move, change, and connect pumps and hoses to pipelines including ability to understand and become familiar with the winery pipeline arrangement.
  • Must be able to operate forklift to complete various functions at winery.
  • Comply with all general work safety rules.
  • Understand and follow operation SOP's
  • Perform proper sanitation techniques.
  • Learn and understand the use of all cellar chemicals and appropriate PPE required for each.
  • Read gauges, tapes, and meters accurately.
  • Use basic math skills to accurately check and report volumes.
  • Work effectively at heights of 40' and higher.
  • Enter and work in confined spaces.
  • This job description reflects management's assignment of general functions; it does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS
  • Must be 21 years or older at time of hire.
  • Prior relevant Cellar expérience preferred.
  • Forklift experience is a plus.
  • Must be able to read, write and speak English, and complete all required paperwork correctly.
  • Must have ability to learn and understand all the corporate and department Safety Programs.
  • Must be able to pass all applicable testing.
  • Must pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen.
  • Must pass and maintain valid forklift certification.
  • Must embrace and demonstrate The Wine Group Core Values of Long-Term Sustainable Value Creation, while being Relentlessly Entrepreneurial, with Empowered People who are Responsible and Trustworthy and keep them in mind when making all decisions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
  • Must be able to lift and carry weights of up to 55lbs at varying frequency and duration.
  • Must be able to repeatedly climb stairs/vertical tank ladders at heights of 40' and higher.
  • Work at various heights and awkward positions
  • Work in loud areas with hearing protection.
  • Work with hazardous chemicals and wear a face mask and appropriate PPE.
  • Requires bending, lifting, climbing, pulling, and pushing.
  • Requires working in various weather conditions, i.e. rain and heat.

COMPENSATION
  • Hourly Pay Rate Posted: $17.21/hr - $25.76/hr.
  • Actual compensation will be based on factors such as experience; skills, knowledge, and abilities; education; and other position-related factors.

At The Wine Group, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristic protected by law.
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