Description
About the Company:
Located in Gretna, Nebraska, Vala’s is a family owned and operated fall festival open to the public 45 to 55 days a year and is a treasured fall tradition for many families in the surrounding communities. Vala’s property spans 400+ acres, including over 50 attractions, such as pick-your-own pumpkins, apples, and flowers, and over 25 food locations. Vala’s Orchard Cider Co. joined the farm in 2020, crafting hard and sweet ciders served exclusively on the farm during season, as well year round with our shipping partner, Vinoshipper.
The Hard Cider Production Assistant is responsible for supporting the production process from start to finish. Reporting to the Cider Production & Quality Control Manager, the Assistant will work through all steps of the production process from pressing apples and fermentation to bottling and packing. Additionally, this position will support cleaning and sanitizing equipment, as well as maintaining a clean production warehouse. This is a part to full time position and is dependent on the production schedule set by the Cider Production & Quality Control Manager.
Requirements
- Production process including pressing apples, fermentation, bottling and packaging
- Assisting with blending tanks and barrels, and tank transfers
- Clean and sanitize tanks, product lines and other equipment
- Maintain clean warehouse environment
This job description includes essential job functions for the position. Throughout season, other duties may include:
- Assist in the apple harvest in the fall season, as needed
- Assist in the care and maintenance of the orchard, as needed
- Assist with the sale of alcoholic beverages throughout the farm
- Stocking locations with bottles and kegs
What We’re Looking For:
- Must be 21 years of age or older
- Confident self-starter
- Willing to learn how to safely operate equipment and vehicles, including skidsteer, telehandler and Forklift
- Complete alcohol service training and uphold all policies within Vala’s Orchard Cider Co.
- Ability to lift 60 lbs or more; this position requires lifting, equipment handling, and being on your feet for long periods of time
- Brewery or Cidery experience preferred
- Experience working in an orchard or other agriculture environment a plus
- Bilingual (Spanish and English) a plus
Skills Required
- Must be at least 21 years old
- Ability to safely operate equipment and vehicles, including skidsteer, telehandler, and forklift
- Ability to lift 60 pounds or more
- Ability to handle equipment and stand for long periods
- Complete alcohol service training and follow company policies
- Confident self-starter
- Brewery or cidery experience
- Experience working in an orchard or agricultural environment
- Bilingual Spanish and English
What We Do
Vala's Pumpkin Patch & Apple Orchard is a privately-held company that operates in the entertainment industry, known for its pumpkin patch, apple orchard, and fall festivals.
