Craft Bartender

WhistlePig Whiskey; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join WhistlePig Whiskey as a Craft Bartender at The PiggyBank in Louisville, KY. You'll create memorable experiences through cocktail crafting and whiskey tastings while engaging guests with your knowledge and passion for spirits. This role offers competitive pay, tips, and generous benefits, making it an exciting opportunity to be part of a revolutionary whiskey hospitality experience.

Benefits

Paid personal time off

Health insurance plans

Safe Harbor 401K plan with company match

Annual wellness benefits

Qualifications

• 2+ years bartending in high-volume environments.
• Strong knowledge of whiskey and cocktail components.
• STAR certified or willing to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Shake and serve WhistlePig cocktails with speed and style.
• Deliver exceptional guest experiences at the bar.
• Maintain cleanliness and stock of the bar area.

Skills

Quick-thinking

Detail-oriented

Communication skills

Whiskey knowledge

Job description

About the Organization While the good old boys are drinking whiskey and rye, our young, rebellious team of creators have no time for nostalgia. We're too busy relentlessly trying new things to unlock the potential of America's oldest spirit, and we are just getting started.


Once the leading American spirit, Rye Whiskey faded from popularity after prohibition ...until a dedicated crew of Rye enthusiasts settled in an unlikely place, turning a historic dairy barn into a world class whiskey distillery in remote Shoreham, Vermont, where we keep the things that make Rye great, throw out the rest, and constantly innovate to make whiskey our way.



Learn more at www.whistlepigwhiskey.com

Location Piggybank

Category Hospitality

Position Craft Bartender

Description

Job Title:Craft Bartender

Location: The PiggyBank – Louisville, KY

About the Role:
At The PiggyBank, we’re not just pouring whiskey; we’re crafting bold, unforgettable experiences that celebrate the rebellious spirit of WhistlePig Whiskey. As our Craft Bartender, you’ll be the face of the bar and the heartbeat of the guest experience. Whether you’re shaking up signature cocktails or guiding guests through rare whiskey tastings, your job is to bring the good times and serious whiskey knowledge to life.

What You’ll Do:

• Shake, stir, and serve up WhistlePig’s award-winning cocktails, exclusive flights, and high-end pours with style, speed, and attention to detail
• Deliver a best-in-class guest experience at our Grand Bar and Patio, from first hello to final toast
• Provide VIP-level service to Vault guests and private parties, including expert product recommendations and table-side attention
• Keep the bar spotless, stocked, and ready for the next round, before the guest even asks
• Pitch in on cocktail menu evolution, seasonal sips, and new signature drink ideas
• Ensure all service and alcohol safety standards are adhered to and upheld

What We’re Looking For:

• 2+ years bartending in high-volume, craft cocktail, or hospitality-focused environments
• STAR certified from launch – if you’re not already, let’s work on that
• 18+ years old; it’s the law
• Strong knowledge of whiskey, spirits, and cocktail components (WhistlePig fans to the front!)
• Quick-thinking, detail-oriented, and cool under pressure, especially when the bar is packed
• Warm, outgoing personality with top-notch communication skills
• Able to stand for long shifts and lift up to 25 lbs regularly

Bonus Points For:

• Previous experience with luxury or premium beverage brands
• Interest in whiskey education, spirit tasting, or cocktail innovation

The Mashbill: compensation, benefits, perks, and other fun stuff

• The compensation for this role is a competitive hourly wage plus tips
• Paid personal time off and paid sick time, plus paid holidays, which equates to double-time if you’re working
• Industry-leading paid parental leave benefits
• Annual Well-Rounded Wellness benefit, to support physical and mental health, environmental wellness and financial soundness for employees
• Insurance plans through BlueCross BlueShield (health), including a CDHP + HSA plan with company contributions, Delta (dental and vision), and Renaissance (accident and STD/LTD/AD&D coverages as well as life insurance)
• Support and resources via EAP access through our health insurance program, with additional concierge, legal consultation, mental health, mindfulness and wellness resources through NexGen
• Financial wellness benefits through FinFit, as well as discounts on and access to hundreds of benefits and services through Working Advantage, our Employee Perks program
• Safe Harbor 401K plan with generous company match

Why Join Us?
This isn’t your average bar gig. At WhistlePig, we do things differently from grain to glass to guest. You’ll be part of a small, passionate crew pushing the boundaries of craft whiskey hospitality. Come to see what the hype is about, stay for the future of whiskey in NuLu.

Position Requirements

What We’re Looking For:

• 2+ years bartending in high-volume, craft cocktail, or hospitality-focused environments

• STAR certified from launch – if you’re not already, let’s work on that

• 18+ years old; it’s the law

• Strong knowledge of whiskey, spirits, and cocktail components (WhistlePig fans to the front!)

• Quick-thinking, detail-oriented, and cool under pressure, especially when the bar is packed

• Warm, outgoing personality with top-notch communication skills

• Able to stand for long shifts and lift up to 25 lbs regularly

EOE Statement This philosophy and policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

WhistlePig Whiskey is committed to breaking the rules, defying tradition, and blazing new trails with determination, laughter, and grit. We changed the Rye Whiskey game over a decade ago, and continue to set the standard every day, in every way, providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. WhistlePig provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities as both applicants and employees. Such individuals are encouraged to seek accommodations to allow for application, consideration, and successful employment.

We also comply with the Fair Chance Act - no need to share a criminal history or undergo a background check until we offer you a job. If a recorded conviction raises concerns for us, you'll have the opportunity to explain or dispute it.

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