Assistant Winemaker at Checkmate Artisanal Winery

Assistant Winemaker

CheckMate Artisanal Winery

Golden Mile Bench, Oliver, British Columbia

Craft Excellence in One of the World’s Most Extraordinary Wine Region

sCheckMate Artisanal Winery is redefining what’s possible in Chardonnay and Bordeaux Red production from our dramatic Okanagan Valley landscape—an environment known for rugged beauty, high‑elevation vineyards, deep glacial lakes, and a terroir unlike anywhere else on earth. Winemaking here is never predictable; it’s a game of strategy, precision, and bold innovation

.As Assistant Winemaker, you’ll join a team committed to meticulous craftsmanship—producing small‑lot, globally acclaimed wines

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What You’ll D

o:We're looking for an Assistant Winemaker that's ready to jump in and contribute as a member of a winemaking team dedicated to producing world-class wines and providing the finest and most intimate estate winery experience. The role participates in the execution of all winemaking activities related to productio

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Want to know more? You wi

• ll…Lead cellar and winemaking operations, including grape intake, pressing, ferment management, transfers, temperature control, lab work, and bottli
• ng.Coordinate harvest logistics and fruit processing, issuing work orders and working closely with the Winemak
• er.Monitor fermentations and aging vessels, conducting regular sensory evaluations and communicating quality observations to the winemaking te
• am.Make technical decisions at key control points, including press cuts, juice racking’s, cap management, and sorting performan
• ce.Oversee blending, stabilization, and bottling activities for internal quality standar
• ds.Train and support cellar staff, leading by example while maintaining consistent communication and high safety and sanitation standar
• ds.Maintain accurate production, harvest, and laboratory records and support the development of SOPs and quality control documentati

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Who You

• AreUniversity degree in an Oenology/Winemaking or applicable Science Related F
• ieldMinimum of 3 years’ experience in a quality-focused Winemaking environment, with year-round cellar experi
• enceMinimum of 3 harvests experience, an international harvest is an a
• ssetHighly motivated, organized, detail-oriented, flexible and able to work independently and in a team environm
• ent.Strong computer literacy, experienced with MS Office and the ability to learn and use company wine inventory sy
• stemDrive for continuous improvement and innovative id
• eas.Must be eligible to work in Ca
• nadaMust be able to meet the physical requirements of the posi

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What We

• OfferThe typical hiring range for this positi on is$65,000 - $7 5,000 annually complemented by a bonus plan; the base pay is determined by market location and job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and educa
• tion.Access to company-matched RRSP contribu
• tionsExtended health and dental benefits, and mental health plans with 24/7 access to care and support for you and your f
• amilyPaid tim
• e offMonthly Employee Wine Allo

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Why Jo

• in Us?We offer industry‑leading mentorship, exposure to elite Chardonnay and Bordeaux Red wine production, modern facilities designed by internationally renowned architect Tom Kundig, and the chance to work in one of Canada’s most architecturally striking win
• eries.Whether you’re building a career in global winemaking or seeking a challenging experience to grow and evolve, CheckMate is a destination winery committed to helping you elevate your
• craft.Discounts on tours, experiences, and restaurants at our collection of wineries including Mission Hill Family Estate, CedarCreek Estate Winery, Road 13 Vineyards, and Liquidity

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