Harvest Grape Sorter, Culmina - #231860
Arterra Wines Canada
Date: 2 days ago
City: Oliver, BC
Contract type: Part time
Job Description
Job Title: Grape Sorter (Seasonal – Harvest 2026)
Location: Oliver, BC
Winery: Culmina Family Estate
Start Date: September 2026
Type: Seasonal, Part-Time during Harvest
Compensation: Hourly wage and wine perks
About Us
Culmina Family Estate Winery is a boutique winery on the Golden Mile Bench south of Oliver. A love and appreciation for the craft of making fine wine underscores every detail at Culmina Family Estate Winery and is embedded in all that we do, from the vineyard and cellar to the tasting room.
About The Role
As a Grape Sorter, you'll be a key player in the winemaking process. You'll work on the sorting line during harvest, ensuring only the highest-quality grapes make it into our wines. This is a hands-on, fast-paced role that’s ideal for someone who enjoys physical work, a great team atmosphere, and being immersed in nature.
Key Responsibilities
If you're looking for a unique harvest experience in one of the most beautiful regions in Canada, we’d love to hear from you!
We are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that reflects the diverse population it serves and we encourage applications from all qualified individuals. We are also committed to preventing and removing barriers to employment for people with disabilities, and we invite you to inform us should you have any accessibility or accommodation needs.
Job Title: Grape Sorter (Seasonal – Harvest 2026)
Location: Oliver, BC
Winery: Culmina Family Estate
Start Date: September 2026
Type: Seasonal, Part-Time during Harvest
Compensation: Hourly wage and wine perks
About Us
Culmina Family Estate Winery is a boutique winery on the Golden Mile Bench south of Oliver. A love and appreciation for the craft of making fine wine underscores every detail at Culmina Family Estate Winery and is embedded in all that we do, from the vineyard and cellar to the tasting room.
About The Role
As a Grape Sorter, you'll be a key player in the winemaking process. You'll work on the sorting line during harvest, ensuring only the highest-quality grapes make it into our wines. This is a hands-on, fast-paced role that’s ideal for someone who enjoys physical work, a great team atmosphere, and being immersed in nature.
Key Responsibilities
- Sort and remove leaves, stems, underripe or damaged grapes from freshly harvested fruit
- Operate and monitor sorting equipment under guidance
- Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of sorting area and tools
- Work closely with the cellar and vineyard team to support harvest operations
- Uphold quality and safety standards at all times
- Outdoor and indoor work, primarily on the crush pad
- Must be comfortable standing for long periods and working in varying weather conditions
- Harvest typically runs from September to end of October, with extended or flexible hours during peak times
- No previous experience required—just a great attitude and strong work ethic
- Ability to work efficiently in a team setting
- Physically fit and able to lift up to 30 lbs
- Punctual, reliable, and attentive to detail
- Enthusiasm for wine and a love for the outdoors is a bonus!
- Winery staff discounts
- Stunning work environment surrounded by vineyards, mountains, and lake views
- Opportunity to learn about winemaking from experienced professionals, and to take part in making our next vintage of wines
- A fun, supportive team atmosphere with lots of harvest spirit
- Offering a wage of $22 per hour
If you're looking for a unique harvest experience in one of the most beautiful regions in Canada, we’d love to hear from you!
We are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that reflects the diverse population it serves and we encourage applications from all qualified individuals. We are also committed to preventing and removing barriers to employment for people with disabilities, and we invite you to inform us should you have any accessibility or accommodation needs.
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