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THE HILL AT HYE- Tasting House Sales Associate

KERRVILLE HILLS WINERY- Business Office Associate

JOB DESCRIPTION
We are looking for a skilled Business Office Associate to become a part of our facility’s compassionate winegrowing team. The successful candidate will be responsible for all billing, accounts receivable, and collection activities for the facility. Responsible for achieving cash collection and AR goals for the facility. Works with other department heads to ensure compliance with all financial regulatory and facility requirements. Position may oversee accounts payable and payroll functions of the facility. Facilitates effective communication of resident needs and issues to the team and fosters positive change, professional/program growth and teamwork.

BUSINESS BENEFITS & PERKS:

The area’s most competitive wages (based on experience).
Benefits eligibility starting 1st of the month following 60 days from hire date (full-time employees).
Robust medical benefit plan
Paid time off

BUSINESS OFFICE REQUIREMENTS and EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or relevant qualification preferred.
Possession of a current valid Texas driver’s license or regular means of transportation to and from work.
Previous Office experience
Three – Five (3-5) years of experience in Quickbooks
Experience with Microsoft products to include Word, Excel, and Outlook required.

Contact: Kelly Hagemeier, kelly@khwco-op.com

Assistant Vineyard Manager

Love gardening or landscaping? Perissos Vineyards, located in Burnet, is
looking to hire an assistant vineyard manager. Duties include the execution of general
vineyard management work. Works with and trains laborers in areas related to vineyard
management assuring proper procedures and quality of work. Strong communication
skills are essential and the ability to speak Spanish is required. Must have great
people skills. Willingness to work nights and weekends as required throughout the
year.
Must be physically fit, energetic, and able to lift and/or move up to 75 pounds
repeatedly. Will be exposed to seasonal weather conditions (summer heat, cold
weather, rain) on a regular basis. Having the ability to operate farming equipment and
implements is a plus. Requires complete mobility (walking, bending, and stretching) in
the vineyard on uneven terrain. Must have the ability to work up to 6 days a week for 8-
10 consecutive hours outdoors, and to report to work in early morning hours.
-Must have a valid driver’s license and a reliable means of transportation.
-On the job training provided; must be willing to learn and open to constructive criticism.
-Compensation commensurate with farming experience and knowledge. Extra pay for
skills and knowledge in the areas of pruning, irrigation management, weed control,
canopy management, and harvest.
*Perissos Vineyards is also looking to hire several general vineyard workers, who will
work under the direction of the vineyard owner and assistant vineyard manager.

Contact Seth Martin, seth@texas-skies.com

Vineyard Operations Manager | Messina Hof

POSITION SUMMARY
The Vineyard Operations Manager is responsible for the daily operation of multiple vineyards throughout
Texas including all elements of planning, budgeting, purchasing, maintenance, personnel management
and hands on execution of vineyard tasks. This includes hands on management of vineyards owned and
controlled by Messina Hof as well as advising, coordination and assistance to vineyards whose fruit is
contracted to Messina Hof.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions.
Essential Functions Statement(s)
-Supervises vineyard personnel.
-Coordinate and execute daily activities with personnel and equipment including pruning, tying,
suckering, irrigation, fertilization, tractor activities, spraying, harvesting, and any other required
tasks.
-Execute training programs for vineyard and production staff to develop viticulture skills and
understanding.
-Properly operate a forklift, tractor, excavator, trencher, and many other large and small
equipment’s

-Visit vineyards routinely to oversee progress and quality of work performed and to provide
direction and assistance on corrective actions.
-Responsible for all ordering of part and supplies to ensure continued operation of vineyards
-Interface with Human Resources to ensure proper staffing and training at all locations
-Create and oversee the annual vineyard calendar and plan and communicate the plan to owners
and company management team
-Oversee and review adherence to budgets.
-Oversee all operation of vineyards throughout Texas controlled by Messina Hof as well as
vineyards contracted for fruit purchases.
-Act as a liaison between our growers and Messina Hof to ensure quality grape growing practices,
fruit quality expectations and harvest execution.
-Assist in contracting of fruit in order to meet the grape needs of Messina Hof
-Work closely with the owner to schedule grape deliveries to wineries during harvest.
-Complete weekly reports to owners
-Attend industry functions and events such as association meetings, trainings etc.
-This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not
prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
-Perform other duties as required including assisting other departments as needed
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Competency Statement(s)
-6-10 years of experience – Hands on Vineyard / Farm Management
-Pesticide Applicator License preferred
-Ability to use a personal computer

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job the
employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk for
long periods of time. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop,
kneel, and crouch. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds from floor to waist.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral
vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters
while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually
moderate.

Contact Heather King, heather.king@messinahof.com

Adjunct Faculty (Viticulture) – Palo Alto College

Job Summary and Description

Teaching faculty are professional educators who have the primary responsibility of fulfilling the District mission of providing a quality education for all students attending the colleges. Categories include full-time, temporary with benefits, and temporary without benefits. Faculty members are responsible to a department/program chairperson; The relationship of the faculty member to the student is one of leader, teacher, advisor, and facilitator of learning. Faculty members will uphold the mission and values of the colleges’ and foster effective working relationships with students and colleagues.

To view a complete job description, click here.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience:

Associates degree or higher in viticulture and enology or related field.
Three years work experience.

Posting closes on: 06/01/2023 at 6:00pm CST

The date after which applications are not guaranteed review is 06/01/2023.

This position is part-time and temporary

Contact Department Chair, Joseph Coppola at 210-486-3208 | jcoppola2@alamo.edu

Texas Tech University Fredericksburg

The Department of Plant and Soil Science, Texas Tech University in Fredericksburg is currently seeking candidates for a Technician III position to support continuing education programs in viticulture, enology, and small farm horticulture. This will be a full-time position located in Fredericksburg, Texas.

Examples of job duties include:

●  Cultivation and maintenance of horticultural crops grown in the field and within controlled environments (greenhouse and high tunnel), including a 1-acre vineyard, and fruit, vegetable and ornamental crop plantings
●  Planting, pruning, training, irrigation, fertilization, weed control, pest management, and other activities required for production of horticultural crops
●  Operation and maintenance of farm equipment, hand tools, and irrigation systems
●  Implementation of control practices for insects, diseases and wildlife pests as needed, including the application of appropriate pesticides
●  Harvest and post-harvest handling of crops for designated purposes
●  Assist with all teaching wine production operations and processes including harvesting, destemming, pressing, fermentation management, racking, filtration, and bottling
●  Operation and maintenance of winemaking equipment and tools
●  Maintenance of teaching wines and wine production laboratory
●  Record keeping for all field and laboratory activities
●  Preparation of chemical reagents and standards
●  Laboratory equipment maintenance
●  Assist with preparation, set-up and breakdown of viticulture, winemaking, and small farm horticulture classes

Apply via the link:
https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/home/HomeWithPreLoad?partnerid=25898&siteid=5635&PageType=JobDetails&jobid=759553

Contact Kirk Williams for more details.   Kirk.w.williams@ttu.edu 806-834-7137

Torr Na Lochs Vineyard & Winery | Pizza Cook/Prep

Job Title: Pizza Cook/Prep
Job Type: Full or Part Time
Job Description: We are hiring for pizza cook/prep positions for our new kitchen. Experience is preferred but not necessary. We will train! Responsibilities include adhering to recipes, safety practices, and sanitation standards in the kitchen and working in a fast-paced environment.
Requirements: Must have or be able to obtain Food Handler’s Certification. Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds and climb stairs.
Benefits: Competitive hourly pay plus tip share.
Schedule: This position can be either part time or full time. Must be able to work most weekends.

Contacat Jessica at tastingroom@torrnalochs@gmail.com

Texas Keeper Cider | Delivery Lead/ Cellarhand

Full-time position (can be part-time) to coordinate and execute all wholesale and direct-to-consumer deliveries throughout our self-distribution zone (Austin area up to San Antonio corridor). This would be about 3 days per week. The other days would include packaging (bottling, kegging, labeling, ~1 day per week), and cellar work (racking, tank cleaning, fermentation checks, etc. ~1 day per week). We’re a small and dedicated team built on mutual respect and crafting ciders with integrity.

Please send a letter of interest and CV to CIDER@texaskeeper.com

Wine Sales & Winery Representative – Bent Oak Winery, Cedar Park, Texas

Bent Oak Winery, your favorite family owned winery in Cedar Park, Texas, is looking for a results-oriented, positive and professional Wine Sales and Tasting Room Representative to join our team. The successful candidate will have a history of success in challenging wine sales environment as well as general wine knowledge and will be determined to succeed while providing excellent customer service. This is the perfect opportunity for candidates with previous sales experience who are interested in advancing their careers and becoming part of a growing winery team.

Responsibilities:

• Greet potential retail customers such as restaurants and boutique wine bars and conduct business with friendly professionalism.
• Confer with customers to determine their needs, preferences, or requirements.
• Foster a working relationship with customers.
• Use customer data to pinpoint the needs of potential consumers and facilitate the cased wine sales
• Use sales techniques to close deals and meet sales goals
• Work in the tasting room to engage in with end customers and enhance wine knowledge

Compensation

• Hourly pay
• Commission
• Shared Tips
• Member signup bonus
• Mileage and other customary expenses

Contact John Catalano, jc@bentoakwinery.com

Driftwood Estate Winery – Harvest Winemaking Team

 Driftwood Estate Winery is seeking a reliable, hardworking, and enthusiastic candidate to join our winemaking team for the upcoming 2022 harvest season. The position will begin in early June and conclude at the end of harvest (typically late September). The candidate will be working on a small cellar crew directly alongside the winemaker and the cellar master. This position will include both vineyard and cellar work as necessary throughout the season. Because we have a small staff, our intern must be dependable, adaptable and be able to commit to the internship and not drop out prior to or during harvest. During the peak harvest period, our intern will be expected to work 5 or 6 days a week. This position may transition to a full-time cellar position depending on harvest performance. 

The Primary duties in the vineyard will be: 

– Vine training 

– Vine replanting 

– Canopy/shoot management 

– Bird Netting to protect grapes 

– Vineyard sampling 

– Hand harvesting small estate blocks 

Primary cellar duties will be: 

– Crush equipment preparation and sanitation 

– General Winery Sanitation 

– Receive fruit and assist in processing grapes 

– Sort fruit, punch downs, monitoring fermentations; 

– Pressing and transferring finished lots 

– All aspects of barrel works; 

– Racking, topping, transferring juices and wines from tanks/barrels 

– Record keeping; 

The ideal candidates must have: 

– A passion for vineyards and winemaking; 

– A valid permit to work in US or must qualify for J1 visa; 

– A valid driver license; 

– Professionalism and dedication to quality; 

– Positive attitude (especially in the thick of harvest) 

– Able to repeatedly lift 50 pounds; 

– Ability to accurately follow, complete and record written and verbal instructions; 

– Great sense of humor 

– Being able to work long hours and weekends 

– Acceptable taste in music. 

– Mechanical experience is a bonus; 

If you would like to join our team for harvest please email Jared Bentley at jackie@jacylnnreneewines.com 

2022 Harvest Intern | Longhorn Cellars

Job Description: Expected Start Date: July 2022
Company Description: Longhorn Cellars is a small boutique winery founded in 2018 in
Fredericksburg, TX that produces small batch, hand-crafted, premium wines from fruit grown
exclusively in Texas. Along with its sister vineyard, Veraison Hills Vineyard, we specialize in
growing and producing wines from grapevine varieties originating in warmer to hot regions of
Europe that are well suited to the Texas Hill Country terroir. Current annual production is
approximately 1,700 cases. Varietals we currently work with include Aglianico, Malbec,
Marsanne, Merlot, Montepulciano, Mourvèdre, Petite Sirah, Petit Verdot, Roussanne, Syrah,
Tannat, Tempranillo, and Viognier.

Job Summary: Internship/temporary position available to work with the winery production crew
during the 2022 harvest season. Primary responsibilities will include all aspects of winemaking
in a small-scale production facility under the direction of the winemaker. This includes cleaning
and sanitizing of all winery equipment, receiving fruit from the vineyards, destemming, pressing,
pumping, fermentation management, punch-downs, sampling fruit and must, lab analysis,
making fermentation additions, barreling and tanking of wine, racking, barrel topping, and other
duties as assigned by the winemaker and tasting room manager. This position requires some
overtime and weekend duties during harvest and fermentation.
Skills and Qualifications: Winery and forklift experience is preferred but can be taught to the
right candidate. Excellent attendance, positive attitude, strong attention to detail, ability to work
on a team or independently, and good communication skills are absolute requirements. Be able to
lift 50 pounds, climb ladders, be on your feet for long hours, work in both hot and cold
environments, have good coordination and able to work in confined spaces. Some enology
education or experience is preferred. Preference will be given for at least partial completion of an
enology educational program such as enology certificate programs, associate degree or
bachelor’s degree in enology or related programs.

Job Type: Hourly, full-time, rate dependent on experience
Please submit your resume for consideration to alana@longhorncellars.com.

Tasting Room Sales Association | Wedding Oak Winery Fredericksburg

Wedding Oak Winery is a celebrated Texas winery with three Hill Country locations, one in the historic town of San Saba, one in the heart of the Hwy. 290 wine trail near Fredericksburg, and one in Burnet on the courthouse square.

We produce award-winning 100% Texas-grown wines and sell them through our tasting rooms, wine clubs, festivals, and online sales. Wedding Oak has Hospitality Sales Associate openings at our Fredericksburg location, with the possibility of career advancement as we expand our operations.

We are seeking enthusiastic, sales-oriented professionals who love to engage with customers can be flexible, and are interested in the wine business.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Conduct tastings for walk-in guests and occasional scheduled groups
• Educate the guests about the wine and our winery to create a value-added experience
• Develop the relationship with the guest in order to sell our wine and wine club membership
• Conduct a tour of the winery on occasion
• Complete the sales process including the operation of the point of sales system, accurately completing a wine club form, fulfilling the guest’s order and carrying the guest’s wine to their vehicle, if necessary
• Assist with opening and closing procedures, physical inventory counts, housekeeping and other back-of-the house duties as needed.
• Occasionally assist with winery special events and tastings at festivals or other events
• Assist with shipments
• Assist with other duties as needed by management.

Qualifications of the job: Previous winery, retail and/or hospitality experience preferred

• Interest in and willingness to learn the wine business
• Energetic, outgoing personality and excellent communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills including the ability to listen
• Track record of setting and achieving goals
• Ability to give presentations to a group
• Must be over 21, able to lift 45 lbs. and stand for extended periods of time
• Must be able to work most weekends and some holidays
• Must be able to work independently, and also in a team setting
• Must be willing and able to learn a point-of-sale system
• Proven track record of the ability to follow company guidelines

Compensation:

Competitive hourly wage plus gratuities.

Competitive performance based incentives

Ongoing training program

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Commission

Pay: $14.00 – $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Supplemental Pay:

• Tips

Work Location: One location

Custom Crush Services | Bending Branch Winery

Bending Branch Winery, leader in quality custom crush services in the Texas Hill Country, is accepting new clients for the 2022 harvest.
BBW offers a full spectrum of bin-to-bottle services, as well as grape sourcing for clients. We specialize in red wines using traditional Old World-crafted wine styles and the innovative extraction techniques of Cryo-Maceration and Flash fermentation. We have produced many Double Gold, Gold, and Best of Class award-winning wines for our clients.

Email bob@bendingbranchwinery.com for information.

Lead Cellar Worker | Flat Creek Estate

Duties & Responsibilities:
• Execute work orders as assigned by Winemaking leadership.
• Uphold all established SOPs and safety standards.
• Barrel maintenance: Topping, racking, sulfuring, and stirring.
• General winery cleanliness, organization, and sanitation including processing machinery and tanks.
• Assist in harvest activities including receiving grapes from vineyard blocks or truck, arranging and assembling processing equipment, utilizing processing equipment, and post-processing clean-up.
• Assist in fermentation activities including punch-downs or pump-overs, chemical additions, and monitoring fermentation progress when required.
• Ensure accurate records are kept on wine volumes when moving wine.
• Assist in filtering, bottling, and packaging.
• Assist in sample collection for lab work when required.
• Assist in vineyard when required.
• Assist with special events when required.
• Train and supervise seasonal staff during harvest and bottling activities.
Physical Requirements:
• Able to lift and carry 50 pounds repeatedly.
• Able to stand and walk for long periods of time.
• Able to climb stairs and ladders repeatedly.
• Able to walk through hazardous conditions such as wet concrete and hoses across walkways.
• Willingness to work in confined spaces and at elevated heights.
Necessary Skills & Experience:
• 2 years’ experience working in a cellar environment.
• Able to work safely in a busy production environment.
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively in English. Spanish speaking ability is a plus.
• Able to drive large vehicles including forklifts, and tractors.
• Have a valid Driver’s License.
• Good attention to detail and care for quality.
• Strong work ethic.
• Minimum age of 21 for wine tasting.
Schedule Requirements:
• Normal functions will be Monday-Friday, however long hours and weekend work will be required at various times of the year such as harvest and bottling.

Contact Claire Silvestre, claire@flatcreekestate.com

Unskilled Cellar Worker | Flat Creek Estate

Duties & Responsibilities:
• Execute work orders as assigned by Winemaking leadership.
• Uphold all established SOPs and safety standards.
• Barrel maintenance: Topping, racking, sulfuring, and stirring.
• General winery cleanliness, organization, and sanitation including processing machinery and tanks.
• Assist in harvest activities including receiving grapes from vineyard blocks or truck, arranging and assembling processing equipment, utilizing processing equipment, and post-processing clean-up.
• Assist in fermentation activities including punch-downs or pump-overs, chemical additions, and monitoring fermentation progress when required.
• Ensure accurate records are kept on wine volumes when moving wine.
• Assist in filtering, bottling, and packaging.
• Assist in sample collection for lab work when required.
• Assist in vineyard when required.
• Assist with special events when required.
Physical Requirements:
• Able to lift and carry 50 pounds repeatedly.
• Able to stand and walk for long periods of time.
• Able to climb stairs and ladders repeatedly.
• Able to walk through hazardous conditions such as wet concrete and hoses across walkways.
• Willingness to work in confined spaces and at elevated heights.
Necessary Skills & Experience:
• Able to work safely in a busy production environment.
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively in English. Spanish speaking ability is a plus.
• Able to drive large vehicles including forklifts, and tractors.
• Have a valid Driver’s License.
• Good attention to detail and care for quality.
• Strong work ethic.
• Minimum age of 21 for wine tasting.
Schedule Requirements:
• Normal functions will be Monday-Friday, however long hours and weekend work will be required at various times of the year such as harvest and bottling.

Contact Claire Silvestre, claire@flatcreekestate.com

Tasting room host | Alexander Vineyards

As we anticipate the opening of our new tasting room we are searching for dedicated individuals who are seeking to turn their passion for wine into a career.
Employment: Full Time, part time
Job Summary:
The Tasting room host is responsible for greeting and escorting customers. applicants should be of a multi-tasking mindset with strong people and time management skills.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Welcome guests to the venue
• Manage reservations
• Escort customers to personal table or correct tasting area
• Provide menus and announce Waiter/Waitress’s name
• Coordinate with wait staff about available seating options
• Maintain an organized persona and/or clean reception area
• Answer incoming calls and address customers’ queries
• Assist wait staff as needed
• Other duties: TBD
Education and Experience Requirements:
Work experience should include one or more years as a host or server in a well respected, full-service restaurant, wine bar or equivalent position in the hospitality industry. Should have or agree to obtain by start date a TABC Certification and Food Handlers Permit.
Knowledge and Skills:
• Previous work experience as a Host/Hostess or Waiter/Waitress
• Understanding of restaurant etiquette
• Familiarity with health and safety regulations
• Experience in managing reservations
• Demonstrable customer-service skills
• Excellent communication skills (via phone and in-person)
• Strong organizational skills
• Availability to work in shifts as needed
• Good physical condition to walk and stand during an entire shift • Able to push, pull, lift and/or carry up to 50+ pounds
Schedule Requirements:
Able to work weekends; beginning part-time with potential to grow.
Compensation:
Competitive pay with tip pool
Email your resume to Jobs@alexandervineyards.com to apply today

Wine Educator | Alexander Vineyards

As we anticipate the opening of our new tasting room we are searching for dedicated individuals who are seeking to turn their passion for wine into a career.
Employment: Full Time, part time
Job Summary:
The wine educator is responsible for serving customers. For this hands-on position, applicants should be self-starters with strong people and time management skills.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Provide exceptional service to customers. Engage customers in a friendly and approachable manner, answer any questions they may have, quickly serve them wine and/or food and tender payment
• Conduct wine tastings
• Expanding of wine knowledge including, but not limited to flavor profiles and talking points of current list along with our pricing guidelines
• Ensure that all alcohol beverage control regulations are followed. • Clean, stock and maintain the TastW3Aing Room
• Other duties: TBD
Education and Experience Requirements:
Work experience should include one or more years as a server in a well-respected full-service restaurant, wine bar or equivalent position in the hospitality industry. Must have a TABC Certification and Food Handlers Permit.
Knowledge and Skills:
• Skilled at and enjoys delivering exceptional customer service
• Enthusiasm for wine and a desire to learn more about wine
• responsible and reliable
• Experienced with and proficient at using Point of Sale systems
• 18 years of age or older (must be able to taste and evaluate product) • Ability to communicate in English effectively, both orally and in writing • Able to work overtime, occasionally late into the evening and occasional events • Able to push, pull, lift and/or carry up to 50+ pounds
Schedule Requirements:
Able to work weekends
Compensation:
Highly Competitive compensation package based on experience and performance
Email your resume to Jobs@alexandervineyards.com to apply today

Messina Hof Assistant Tasting Room Manager

POSITION SUMMARY

The Assistant Tasting Room Manager will be responsible for assisting with the growth, direction, and maintenance of Messina Hof Hill Country’s Tasting Room and Manor Haus Bed and Breakfast. This position will assist in the daily operations, achieving sales objectives, and training staff at Messina Hof Hill Country. In the absence of the General Manager, this position will be responsible for all Tasting Room operations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions Statement(s)

Tasting Room

Facilitate Messina Hof’s high standard of cleanliness and organization in all areas of the Tasting Room including, food areas, deck area, preparation areas and restrooms
Develop sales, achieve sales goals, and control expenses to make the Tasting Room most profitable and run within budgetary guidelines
Develop and achieve sales goals for the Wine Club and VIP programs
Target, promote, solicit, lead, and coordinate groups for tours, tastings, personalized labels, and events.
Promote education, sales, tastings, and parties at the winery
Identify and communicate all items to be promoted based on goals to sales staff
Responsible for cash handling duties including making cash transactions, verifying cash drawer, and giving change
Responsible for opening and closing procedures
Communicate with guests, co-workers, and business associates in a courteous and professional manner. Must be people and hospitality oriented.
Responsible for monthly inventory and other inventories as needed.
Wine Club and VIP

Engage in Wine Club and VIP customer service activities, database maintenance, and duties to enhance the retention of Wine Club and VIP memberships.
Assist the DTC Department in the execution of in-house Wine Club and VIP events, such as VIP Receptions and Wine Club Pick-Up Parties, to maximize attendance and sales.
Communicate and educate information that is passed from the DTC Department to the staff at Messina Hof Hill Country
Increase Wine Club and VIP Club memberships

Perform other duties as required including assisting other departments as needed

Contact Person:

Human Resources

979-778-9463 ext 241

hr@messinahof.com

Limestone Terrace Vineyards – Hiring Full-Time Vineyard/Grounds Hand

Our winery and vineyard is hiring a full-time vineyard/ grounds hand. Our estate vineyard is found in the scenic Hill Country of Wimberley, TX. We are very proud of the grapes we grow and wine we make and look forward to growing our small but passionate team. Our ideal candidate is excited about viticulture and hardworking/production oriented. Previous experience in a vineyard is not required, but a high aptitude to learn on the job and work efficiently is.

This position will be full time, although the nature of work will vary greatly with the seasons. Outside of vineyard maintenance work required includes basic landscaping such as mowing, weed whacking, drain construction, as well as general upkeep of property, not limited to but including pressure washing, painting, mild repair work.

Job requirements
– Have experience working outside. Must be able to work long hours in the Texas heat.
– Be willing to learn some basic vine pruning techniques, follow direction and execute basic pruning.
– Be able to perform repetitive motions such as bending over, using hand shears.
– Must be willing to work in inclement weather.
– Must be able to work independently, with little or no supervision at times.
– Must be available to work extended hours when needed (this is primarily March to May).
– Be comfortable driving a gator; able to hook up, backup trailers.
– Ability to demonstrate proficiency with various power tools.
– Have a positive and uplifting attitude!

To apply please email your resume to John@limestoneterrace.com

TASTING ROOM ASSOCIATE – BLUE LOTUS WINERY

Established in 2010, Blue Lotus Winery / Texas Mead Works was developed from a family owned and operated vineyard and winery in Seguin, Texas. Blue Lotus Winery continues its dedication to excellence and family traditions in producing quality Texas Wines and Meads. Blue Lotus Winery is made up of a team of honest and passionate people who are excited to work in a growing and thriving industry. We are looking for a Saturday and Sunday hours at our Hye location and are seeking outgoing, enthusiastic and mature individuals for our Tasting Room. The following position requires a strong dedication to brand excellence and remarkable personal commitment to quality customer service. You will have the opportunity to educate customers on Texas Wines and Mead as well as make memorable tasting experiences for our guest.
Responsibilities and Duties
Duties/Responsibilities:
• Share our wine experience with our guests by discussing our vineyards, our vine growing philosophy and explaining our Mead products.
• Adhere to all TABC requirements including but not limited to avoiding overserving any guest(s), avoiding serving any underage guest(s), and maintaining a current TABC certificate
• Sell our wine and present our wine club and alternative experiences to all guests
• Enhance the guest’s experience by serving wine and food at events as necessary
• Maintain a healthy, safe, positive, welcoming work environment for one’s self and co-workers
• Complete required daily duties to ensure the best guest experience, including but not limited to bar prep, cleaning, stocking, and merchandising, clean bathrooms, wipe down freezers, vacuum and wash floors.
• Greet ALL guests upon arrival in a positive welcoming manner and always set a positive first impression
• Seamlessly flow from a fast paced environment to a more intimate tasting experience
• Always present one’s self in a professional, clean, reliable, and trustworthy manner on and off premises
• Follow all Blue Lotus Winery policies and procedures to include but not limited to the emergency plan, dress code, and employee handbook
• Take direction and feedback and stay on task in a constantly changing environment
Qualifications and Skills
Competency/Qualifications:
• Must be 18 years of age to serve wine to our guests
• Must possess a sense of urgency and positivity while being a team player
• Must be able to work our peak times, including Saturdays, Sundays, and some holidays
• Must be creative, outgoing and possess good communication skills
• Must have the ability to multitask and complete duties, tasks and projects, despite interruptions.
• Must be able to remain standing and actively working for up to 10 hours with limited breaks
• Must have the ability to lift up to 45 lbs. repeatedly.
• Must be a self-starter and have the ability to complete duties, tasks and projects with little or no supervision.
• Must be detailed oriented, organized and attention to detail.
• Must have computer skills and can operate ipad
• Must be able to count change back to customer as well as final draw count
Job Type: Part-time