Assistant Distiller

simPRO Software; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Group Life Cover

21 days annual leave + Bank Holidays

Training and development opportunities

Supportive and friendly working envt.

Job summary

Stargazey Spirits is seeking an Assistant Distiller to join our Portsmouth production team. You’ll support production of rums and gins, prepare ingredients, operate stills and equipment, and help ensure quality and efficiency.

You’ll follow recipes, record data, monitor safety and hygiene, and work with the Operations Manager to meet production targets. We offer salary £29k-£33k, pension, life cover, 21 days leave plus bank holidays, and training in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in distilling, fermentation, beverage production or similar manufacturing.
• Ability to follow recipes and record production data accurately.
• Knowledge of distillery safety, hygiene and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Produce spirits to approved recipes and production schedules.
• Prepare materials and operate safety production equipment.
• Follow procedures from fermentation through bottling and record data.
• Check quality and consistency, report deviations, maintain traceability.
• Maintain safety, cleanliness and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Distilling/beverage production

Attention to detail

Quality control

Record keeping

Education

Technical training in distilling/brewing/food production

Tools

Stills

Pumps

Tanks

Job description

Salary: £29k - 33k per yearReference: online-4611Stargazey Spirits is looking for a hands-on, reliable and detail-oriented Assistant Distiller to join our team, supporting the production of a diverse range of rums and gins across our portfolio of brands.What We OfferCompetitive salary from £29,000 to £33,000 (depending on experience) per annumCompany pensionGroup Life Cover21 days annual leave plus Bank HolidaysTraining and development opportunitiesA supportive and friendly working environmentOpportunities to grow within a successful and expanding businessThis is an opportunity to be part of the process behind creating quality spirits, working closely with the Operations Manager to bring recipes to life and ensure every production run meets our standards for quality, consistency and craftsmanship. From preparing ingredients and operating distillation equipment to monitoring production, carrying out quality checks and maintaining accurate records, you will play an important role in keeping our distillery operations running safely and efficiently.We're looking for someone who takes pride in their work, has a methodical approach and understands the importance of getting the details right. Whether you bring experience from a distillery, brewery, beverage production or a similar manufacturing environment, you'll be practical, organised and eager to develop your skills within a team passionate about producing great spirits.Job PurposeThe Assistant Distiller is responsible for carrying out the day-to-day distillation and spirit production activities in accordance with established recipes, production schedules and procedures set by the Operations Manager.The role focuses on the safe, consistent and efficient execution of production tasks, ensuring all products meet the required quality standards, production targets and relevant regulatory requirements. The Assistant Distiller will follow agreed processes and instructions, maintain accurate production records and communicate any issues or deviations to the Operations Manager.Key ResponsibilitiesProduction and DistillationProduce spirits to approved recipes, schedules and Operations Manager instructions.Prepare materials and equipment; safely operate and maintain production machinery.Follow procedures from fermentation through to bottling, recording key production data.Quality Control and Record KeepingCheck quality and consistency, reporting concerns and seeking approval for deviations.Maintain accurate production, batch and stock records.Handle, store and identify materials and spirits correctly, ensuring traceability.Health, Safety and ComplianceFollow safety procedures, regulations, licensing and excise requirements.Maintain cleanliness, hygiene and equipment care.Report incidents, faults and safety concerns immediately.About youExperience in distilling, fermentation, beverage production or similar manufacturing.Familiarity with stills, pumps, tanks and production equipment.Accuracy in following recipes, measuring ingredients and recording production data.Understanding of alcohol strength measurements, batch tracking and quality control.Knowledge of distillery safety, hygiene and regulatory requirements.Relevant technical training or qualifications in distilling, brewing, food production or a related discipline.Everything we do is built around our core values:Dependable - We do what we say we'll do.Accountable - We take ownership and deliver results.Resourceful - We find solutions and continually improve.Adaptable - We embrace change and new challenges.Passionate - We care about our customers, our colleagues and the quality of our work.How to ApplyPlease submit your CV and a brief covering letter outlining your relevant experience and interest in the role.We welcome applications from candidates with relevant production experience and a strong willingness to learn, develop their skills and contribute to the successful operation of the distillery.INDL