Distillery Server/Bartender

Company Distilling Co; Tennessee; On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

Flexible schedule

Job summary

A leading distillery in Tennessee is seeking a skilled individual for bartending and customer service positions. The role involves interacting with customers, preparing cocktails, and maintaining a clean environment. Ideal candidates will have previous experience in a craft cocktail role, possess strong communication skills, and be able to handle pressure in a fast-paced setting. The position offers benefits including an employee discount and a flexible schedule.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Previous experience in a craft cocktail role is required.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Greet and interact with customers in a friendly manner.
• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
• Maintain clean Tasting Room standards.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations.

Skills

Customer service skills

Cocktail preparation knowledge

Basic math skills

Effective communication

Problem-solving ability

Tools

Point of Sale system

Job description

Responsibilities

• Greet and interact with customers in a friendly and professional manner.
• Take customer orders, prepare, and serve a variety of alcoholic and non‑alcoholic beverages.
• Verify identification and age requirements of customers.
• Provide an exceptional customer service experience and education to every patron that walks through our doors.
• Pour tasting samples and educate customers about Company Distilling products in our Tasting Room, both for on‑site and some off‑site events.
• Adhere to all State and Federal laws pertaining to the sampling and serving of alcoholic products.
• Maintain accuracy in cash handling including customer transactions and opening/closing daily shifts in the Point of Sale system.
• Keep the Tasting Room clean in accordance with set standards.
• Answer the phone, assist with inventory counts, stock the Tasting Room with products and merchandise.
• Monitor and inspect product for quality purposes.
• Represent Company Distilling professionally at all times.
• Must be available to attend off‑site events as required.
• Other special projects as assigned by the Store Manager.

Expectations

• This position will flex from bartending to server and possibly retail associate as needed.
• Attention to detail and pride in work for both internal projects and those that serve our customers and clients.
• Ensure all cocktails are consistently prepared according to approved recipe.
• The ability to problem‑solve and use sound judgment and work without direct supervision.
• Communicate Tasting Room needs to management, such as inventory levels or equipment malfunctions.
• Willingness to be a part of a team and assume necessary duties as needed.
• Attend company‑wide and department staff meetings as indicated by the Store Manager.
• Appropriate dress at all times in the Tasting Room and for special events.
• Adhere to all health and safety regulations, including proper food handling procedures.

Benefits

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Qualifications

• Must be a minimum of 21 years of age.
• Previous experience in a craft cocktail role is required.
• Ability to use a computer and learn our Point of Sale system and other programs used by Company Distilling.
• Ability to represent Company Distilling in a professional manner, both in writing and in person.
• Familiarity with different types of alcoholic cocktails and spirits.
• Ability to handle high‑pressure situations in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong communication skills to interact effectively with customers and colleagues.
• Basic math skills for accurately calculating bills and making change.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.

Please note that this job description is not exhaustive, and additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

Physical Setting

Bar, Retail Shop and Production Facility

Schedule

• Day and Evening shift
• Some Weekends required

Physical Requirements

It is expected that the person in this position can tolerate standing for long periods of time and have the ability to lift moderately heavy boxes.