Careers
Robert Biale Vineyards is the leader in Historic Vineyard Preservation of Napa Valley. We pride ourselves on producing the best old-vine, heritage Zinfandels, Petite Sirahs and blends from Napa and Sonoma. Our small, family-owned winery is dedicated to providing a great environment to grow your career and succeed in the wine industry. Please see below for a list of current positions available on our vibrant team.
Harvest Cellar Worker
Napa Valley old vine Zinfandel and Petite Sirah specialist, Robert Biale Vineyards, is seeking some hard working and passionate folks to assist our production team for the 2023 harvest. We are a small, dedicated team focused on working with some of the most historic and iconic vineyards in Napa and Sonoma Counties. Please check out our website to learn more about these amazing sites – Monte Rosso, Stagecoach, Palisades, Pagani Ranch, Morisoli to name a few. Just to keep things interesting, along with Zinfandel and Petite Sirah, we also work with small amounts of Barbera, Sangiovese, Syrah, Abouriou, Tempranillo, Alicante Bouschet, and Greco.
The position consists of all things harvest. Our goal is to give everyone a well-rounded and hands-on view of all that goes into making outstanding wines – no one will be pigeon-holed into doing a single task all harvest long. Some tasks include vineyard sample processing, grape sorting, barrel washing/steaming, punch downs and pump overs, additions, topping, pressing, barrel filling, and, of course, cleaning (anything and everything). We are a small team so you will work alongside our full-time staff and become very familiar with every aspect of our process. We welcome and are happy to answer questions as they arise.
Previous harvest or forklift experience, while helpful, is not required. What is required is a general drive to work hard during long days, especially during the peak of harvest, an eagerness to learn, ask questions, the ability to work safely, an ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs., pull 100 lbs. at least 20 ft., stand for prolonged periods of time, climb ladders, stairs, and catwalks, stoop bend, lift overhead, and kneel.
The position would begin early August and run through mid-November, depending on the season. There is a possibility of starting as early as late-July to assist with some bottling. Weekend work is required, as is flexibility based upon harvest conditions.
Applicants from outside US must have current authorization to work in the US (J1 visa). Housing potentially available.
Robert Biale Vineyards is an equal opportunity employer.
Pay range: $20 – 24 per hour plus overtime.
If interested, please email your resume to dnatali@biale.com. No phone calls, please.
Tasting Room Host / Sales and Wine Education
Job Description:
Robert Biale Vineyards is a leader
in producing single vineyard Zinfandels and Petite Sirahs in Napa Valley. We
are a close-knit family who seeks a dynamic person with a spirit for
hospitality and a proven ability to educate and sell. We will consider both
full-time and part-time standouts who can step in and make a difference
immediately. We invite you to join us in our pursuit of excellence and success
in offering a stand-out guest experience.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
• Accurately follow all opening and closing procedures for tasting
room operations
• Converse with guests intelligently about our wines and our history
while providing excellent guest service
• Daily preparation for all tastings, including but not limited to,
set-up and breakdown, of private tastings, tours, and occasional evening events
• Conduct outbound phone sales and phone relations
• Actively strive to reach sales and wine club sign up goals
• Accurately handle purchase transactions, operate a POS & accounting
of daily sales
• Acquire and maintain thorough knowledge of winery, history, personnel
and its wines
• Booking and confirming daily reservations
• Assist with special events as needed- most events occur on weekends and
evenings
• Other duties as assigned such as offsite trade tastings, hotel pourings
Qualifications:
• 2 – 3 years of related experience in sales and hospitality preferred
• A tremendous enthusiasm for wine
• Focused on creating memorable hospitality experiences
• Detail oriented, self-motivated with the ability to multi-task when
needed
• Must be a team player and work well with other team members
• Strong computer proficiency and data entry experience preferred
• Able to work in fast paced environment
• Efficiency with hosting multiple groups at the same time
• Professional appearance and upbeat demeanor
• Must be at least 21 years old and have a valid driver’s license
• Availability to work weekends, some holidays, and occasional evening
events
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time
• Must be able to effectively stock wine and non-wine merchandise, set up
and break down structures, tables, etc.,
and be able to utilize hand-truck and other equipment to assist in moving heavy
objects
• Must be able to stoop, lift, and carry 50 lbs.
• Current and valid Food Handlers Card, and a Responsible Beverage
Servers Card is a plus
• Ability to understand and accurately follow written and verbal
instructions
Hourly wage is $20-$22 based upon experience, plus eligibility
for gratuities and wine club sign-up commissions.
No phone call inquiries, please.
Robert Biale Vineyards is an equal opportunity employer.