CAREERS
HARVEST INTERN
Please submit your resume via email to JOBS@EARLYMOUNTAIN.COM
Early Mountain is seeking experienced interns for the 2021 harvest. Internships start in August (exact timeframe TBD) and end approximately early November or December (season dependent).
Job responsibilities will include:
• Cleaning and sanitation of work environment
• Fruit processing: fruit intake, sorting, destemming, crushing, press operation
• Fermentation monitoring
• Pumpover, punchdowns, rackings
• Assist in bottling operations
• Perform other cellar duties as needed
Qualifications:
• Previous harvest experience preferred
• Ability to perform physical labor, including lifting 50 lbs. on a regular basis
• Willingness to work long hours and up to 7 days a week at times
• Understanding of general winemaking practices
• Ability to operate forklift
• A positive attitude, sense of humor and keen eye for detail
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
• Must have own transportation
• Spanish speaking skills are a plus
• Must be eligible to work in the United States
Compensation: Interns will be paid hourly and are eligible for overtime pay.
Please send resume, cover letter and references to jobs@earlymountain.com.
TASTING ROOM ASSOCIATE
Our winery is looking for friendly, outgoing, and enthusiastic associates with a passion for wine, food and people. Candidates must enjoy speaking on, serving, and uplifting Virginia wine. Exceptional customer service skills, fantastic communication with both customers and other employees are also essential qualities. A desire to expand knowledge of Virginia wine and provide top notch service experiences for our members and guest are key to this position.
Compensation:
We offer a competitive hourly rate with the addition of restaurant equivalent gratuity.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Duties vary and will include:
Explain to guests the different style tasting/flight options offered in a knowledgeable and effective manner
Properly checking customer's ID's
Following steps of service that has been set forth by management
Offering wine paring suggestions that complement our menu items
Maintain specific side-work and ensure the total cleanliness and smooth operation
Clearing and resetting tables
Washing and polishing glassware and silverware
Stocking wine and retail items
Must be able to interact with guests in a friendly and professional manner to ensure complete satisfaction
Working effectively in a team
Learning new wines on a weekly basis
Assisting with special events when needed
Qualifications:
At least 21 years old
Able to work a flexible schedule including holidays and weekends
Excellent communication and customer service skills
Holiday and weekend hours are required
Ability to lift 40 pounds and walk/stand for long periods of time
Comfortable learning our sales system using advanced technology, such as iPads, for ordering
Handle transactions with accuracy, including taking payments, giving change and packaging of merchandise
Please email resume and cover letter to jobs@earlymountain.com or drop off at the winery at 6109 Wolftown-Hood Road, Madison, VA 22727.
Jr. SOUS CHEF
Please submit your resume via email to JOBS@EARLYMOUNTAIN.COM
Reports to Executive Chef
The Role:
Jr. Sous Chef must demonstrate ability to efficiently set up stations as needed, assist the Culinary team with daily tasks and make the cleanliness, sanitation and organization of the kitchen high priority. Line cooks are responsible for the final presentation of plating – accuracy and consistency is key. Cultivating a positive and creative working environment is essential to the foundation of our vision for our Culinary department’s growth.
This full time position offers an extensive benefits package as well as an competitive hourly rate.
Job Responsibilities:
¨ Learn and remain familiar with all menu items: including all components of each menu item and how they are prepared
¨ All Culinary team members are responsible for maintaining proper holding and heating temperatures, FIFO, organization of station & walk in space.
¨ Review prep list, check daily pars and maintain pars as necessary, and ensure all food items are dated and up to company standards.
¨ Know and comply with cooking methods, quality standards as well as rules, policies and procedures
¨ Keep a clean and sanitary work station, including all cooking equipment, tables, shelves and refrigeration equipment.
¨ Inspect equipment before and after use, making sure everything is clean and in proper working order.
¨ Prepare all menu items with acute attention to detail while balancing the quick upbeat energy of a fast-paced environment
¨ Follow all opening and closing checklists to ensure that kitchen is closed safely and properly.
¨ Maintain a positive and professional rapport with all coworkers and guests.
¨ Perform other related duties as assigned by the Executive and/or Sous Chef.
Qualifications
¨ Minimum 1-2 years experience in a similar capacity.
¨ Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with all personnel
¨ Must be able to lift 40 lbs regularly, as well as bend, stoop and reach, as well as remain standing for as many as 12 hours.
¨ Follow all recipes & plating specifications as directed
¨ Maintain personal hygiene standards in accordance with Virginia State Health Standards for Food Service Employees
