CAREERS
LINE COOK (FULL TIME)
Please submit your resume via email to JOBS@EARLYMOUNTAIN.COM
Early Mountain is seeking an experienced (1 year minimum) line cook for the culinary team. We offer a competitive hourly wage ($16-$18 an hour) as well as full benefits (PTO, 401k, healthcare) and room for growth.
Job responsibilities will include:
• Learn and remain familiar with all menu items: including all components of each menu item and how they are prepared.
• 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 recipes & plating specifications as directed.
• 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 Executive Chef and/or Sous Chef.
Qualifications:
• Minimum 1-2 years experience, or at least 6 months 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.
• Maintain personal hygiene standards in accordance with Virginia State Health Standards for Food Service Employees.
HARVEST INTERN
Please submit your resume via email to JOBS@EARLYMOUNTAIN.COM
Early Mountain is seeking experienced interns for the 2022 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.
CATERING SERVICE TEAM MEMBER
Please submit your resume via email to MELISSA@EARLYMOUNTAIN.COM
Early Mountain is seeking motivated and hospitality-oriented servers, bartenders, and other experienced service staff for high value catering events at the winery. Early Mountain is building a team to support the increase in their full-service catering of weddings and other private events. The catering staff list will be offered 3-4 events per month with 60-90 days of advance notice. The ideal candidate will have hospitality experience, a great attitude and be interested in flexible work opportunities with very competitive pay.
Role requires transportation to Early Mountain in Madison, Virginia and may require working late nights.
Responsibilities:
- Work as a team to follow the steps of service as communicated
- Set up/Break Down
- Service / Side work
- Prompt and reliable
- Bartenders
- Dishwashers
Qualifications:
- 21 & over preferably
- Prior Banquet/Catering Experience a plus/training provided
- Evening/weekend hours
- Must be able to lift 45 pounds.
TASTING ROOM ASSOCIATE
Please submit your resume via email to JOBS@EARLYMOUNTAIN.COM
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.
