Assistant Winemaker - Central Valley

Job Req ID: 106416 

Job Type: Full-time 

Work Category: Onsite 

Application Close Date: 10/07/2025 

Sponsorship: Not Available 

Compensation: $68700 - $103100 

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We Are Gallo

We’re a family-owned company with a 90+ year legacy, that’s consistently recognized as a Glassdoor “Best Places to Work.” We have 130+ brands in our total alcohol beverage portfolio including wine, malt, spirits, and ready-to-drink beverages. We’re home to the #1 wine and spirits brands in the U.S. - Barefoot Wine & High Noon and are the official sponsors of the NFL, NHL, UFC, and PGA of America.

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A Taste of What You'll Do

Are you passionate about winemaking and eager to be part of a team that creates exceptional wines while fostering an inclusive and innovative environment? We are looking for a dynamic individual to join our winemaking team, supporting every stage of the process—from grape growing to delivering quality wine to consumers. This role is an integral part of our commitment to excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

In this position, you will play a vital role in managing winery workflows, coordinating production activities, and ensuring quality standards are met. Your responsibilities will include tasks such as maintaining data on winemaking trials, writing and executing work orders, conducting operational audits, and participating in wine tastings to refine product quality. You will collaborate with production teams, contribute to process improvement initiatives, and support the execution of strategic projects across all wine varieties and brands. From vineyard visits to monitoring fermentation, you’ll have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the art and science of winemaking while staying attuned to industry trends and competitors.

We believe diversity drives creativity and innovation. Our team embraces an inclusive culture where everyone’s voice matters. Whether mentoring interns, participating in issue resolution, or building strong cross-functional relationships, you’ll have the chance to make a meaningful impact. We welcome candidates who exhibit intrapreneurship and ownership behaviors, taking initiative, learning boldly, and holding themselves and others accountable. If you’re ready to be part of a team that values collaboration, quality, and inclusion, we invite you to apply and embark on a rewarding journey with us. Let’s craft something extraordinary together!

What You'Ll Need

• Bachelor's in Science or Engineering plus 1 year of enology, winemaking, viticulture, or chemistry experience reflecting increasing levels of responsibility
• Candidate is required to have a valid driver’s license, a safe driving record and reliable vehicle (if applicable) at the time of hire. This position will undergo a motor vehicle check (MVR) to confirm a history of safe and responsible driving. If needed, candidate must obtain the appropriate state driver’s license based on the position’s location within 30 days of hire.
• Required to lift and move up to 50 lbs. occasionally.
• Required to possess the color vision necessary to judge and evaluate wine color.
• Required to taste and evaluate wines.
• Required to be 21 years of age or older due to wine tasting.
• High School Diploma or State-issued equivalency certificate.
• Required to travel to company offices, sites, and/or meeting locations for onboarding, training, meetings, and events for development, department needs, and business delivery up to 5% of the time, with or without reasonable accommodation. This may be in addition to travel requirements, if applicable, as listed in this job description.

How You'll Stand Out

• Bachelor's in Viticulture or Enology plus 2 years of enology, winemaking, viticulture, or chemistry experience reflecting increasing levels of responsibility
• Required to have at least 1 harvest or Winery internship experience
• Basic sensory exposure to the world of wine

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Our Benefits & Perks

We are committed to providing competitive compensation, perks, and a culture that supports your well-being. Benefits depend on your work category and may include medical and dental coverage, 401k plans, profit sharing, pet insurance, company holidays, access to an employee wine shop, and more! Additional information will be provided before your first interview.

The Fine Print

• The Company does not sponsor for employment-based visas for this position now or in the future.
• Actual compensation paid within the range will be determined by factors such as the education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. In addition to the salary, this position may be eligible for bonuses, incentive plans, or participate in tasting room tip pools, as applicable.
• This position will be based in the location(s) specified in the job posting and requires working on-site with no telecommuting option. You will be expected to live within a commutable distance. 
• It is the Company’s policy for job postings to be open to internal candidates for a minimum of 5 days and to external candidates, if applicable, for a minimum of 3 days.

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