Role type: Hourly
Location: Lake Country, BC
Reports to: Winemaker
Compensation: $22-$24 per hour
The Opportunity
We are seeking passionate, energetic and experienced Harvest Interns to join our team for the 2026 harvest season from June through mid to late November. This is a unique opportunity to join our internationally award-winning wineries and contribute to the development of Lake Country as a wine region.
Reporting to the Winemaker, the successful candidates will play a key role in supporting the Winemaking Team at both O’Rourke Family Estate and Peak Cellars wineries with the processing of 250-300 tonnes of grapes. We are known for our hand-crafted Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Riesling, as well as Grüner Veltliner, Gewürztraminer, Pinot Gris and Rosé.
About O'Rourke Family Vineyards
O'Rourke Family Vineyards is a family-owned wine and hospitality group rooted in the Okanagan, bringing together premium vineyards, thoughtful wine production, and elevated guest experiences. With two distinct destination properties, the company spans both approachable and luxury expressions of wine tourism.
Peak Cellars is a welcoming winery focused on expressive wines and warm hospitality, complemented by the Garden Bistro, where seasonal cuisine and vineyard surroundings create an inviting setting for guests. O'Rourke Family Estate represents the group's flagship vision, combining ambitious architecture, estate-driven winemaking, and refined dining experiences that showcase the estate's culinary and wine programs.
Across the portfolio, O'Rourke Family Vineyards is deeply involved in every stage of the process — from vineyard stewardship and farming decisions through to winemaking, blending, and bottling. The company also produces a diverse calendar of events and experiences that bring together wine, food, and community, supported by close collaboration across hospitality, culinary, production, and events teams.
What You'll Do
- General cellar work and barrel work
- Bottling
- Vineyard / maturity sampling
- Data entry and analysis
- Assist with vineyard reporting
- Fruit receival and processing
- Tank and fermentation management
- Laboratory/daily wine analysis/accurate record-keeping
- Digging out tanks and pressing pomace
- Barrel work
- Sanitation
What You Bring
· Minimum 2 harvest seasons of hands-on cellar and lab experience
· Forklift operating experience (BC training can be provided if not already certified in BC)
· Ability to work safely in busy production environment around equipment for long hours, including weekends and statutory holidays
· Ability to maintain a safe, clean and organized work environment, following all workplace safety procedures and protocols
· Excellent attention to detail and quality
· Ability to lift 25 kg and be able to be on feet for long periods of time
· Valid driver’s license and personal vehicle to move between wineries as needed
· Non-residents must have a Canadian Work Permit valid for employment term
Additional Benefits
- Employee Estate Wine & Hospitality Discounts
- On-property accommodation if needed
How to Apply
We'd love to hear from you. Please send your resume to [email protected]
O'Rourke Family Vineyards adheres to employment equity and equal opportunity programs and encourages all candidates to apply. We would like to thank all applicants for submitting their resume; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal
Pay: $22.00-$24.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
