Vineyard Internship-Blu Dot Farm

Hiring Organization: Blu Dot Farm & Vineyard
Employment type: Internship
Job Location: Charlevoix, MI
Application Due Date: April 15, 2024

2024 Vineyard Internship

(May - S eptember) S easonal | Paid

 

Blu Dot Farm & Vineyard is located in Charlevoix, MI between the shores of Lake

Charlevoix and Lake Michigan. Our unique location and terroir is vastly influenced by the Great Lakes and glacial drift, making our estate ideal for growing grapes.    Our

vineyard is roughly 8 acres and we currently growing 6 different varietals: Marquette, Itasca, Traminette, Frontenac Gris, Sauvignon Rytos and Auxerrois.

 

POSITION SUMMARY

Blu Dot Farm is seeking an intern for our 2024 season that would consist of 70% vineyard work and 30% tasting room work. The ideal candidate would have   a

background or schooling in viticulture, enology, horticulture OR has prior experience and knowledge working in a  vineyard, has worked a  harvest or has had  some

customer service experience at a winery.

 

JOB  REQUIREMENTS

Must be available the duration of the internship Must have transportation, valid drivers license Must be able to lift and carry  50lbs

Must be able to work long hours, in all types of weather Must be 21 or  older

Must enjoy wine!

 

VINEYARD

Assist with vine plantings

Mound and weed new plantings Vineyard pruning

Vineyard undervine tilling Grape sampling

Run basic brix and pH chemistry Prep harvest equipment/cleaning

Prior tractor and forklift experience a  plus

 

 

 

BluDotWine.com | info@BluDotWine.com | 213.622.3753 11399 Boyne City Rd. Charlevoix, MI   49720

 

2024 Vineyard Internship

(May - S eptember) S easonal | Paid

 

TASTING ROOM

Greet guests, create a memorable experience Pour wine for guests (tastings/glasses)

Describe wines and history of the  farm

Assist with overall cleanliness of tasting room Assist with product stocking

Operate POS system Sell Wine Club

Prior experience in a tasting room a plus, but can be trained TIPs certified a  plus, but can be  trained

 

Job Type: Seasonal

Pay: Based on experience

Benefits: Tips, employee discounts Potential Housing

 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a  complete listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities or activities may change at any time with or without notice on a  day to day basis.

BluDotWine.com | info@BluDotWine.com | 213.622.3753 11399 Boyne City Rd. Charlevoix, MI   49720

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