Distillery Hospitality Manager
Brush Creek Distillery
- Saratoga, WY
- Permanent
- Full-time
● Learn the Brush Creek Distillery brand, portfolio of award-winning spirits, and our unique industry positioning
● Exhibit expertise and detailed knowledge of the distillery and our portfolio by becoming an active part in the distillery's operations
● Promote product knowledge and customer engagement, with our on & off-site guest, vendors, and trade partners
● Actively lead and manage multiple aspects of our operations, including retail sales, guest experiences, and marketing, and events
● Support recapping metrics and sales updates to communicate success with our program
● Oversee retail inventory, conduct audits, and communicate needs and/or recommendations
● Assist in staff scheduling, pre-opening preparedness, mid-shift and closing practices
● Serve as a brand ambassador while conducting tastings, tours, experiences, and educational seminars
● Strengthen product awareness through storytelling, industry education and guest interactions to upsell retail offerings and experiences
● Increase industry knowledge by working closely with management and trade partners as it relates to the three-tier system
● Support management with the interaction of trade influencers & brand-building efforts
● Assist in numerous aspects of brand marketing related to social media, advocacy, guest engagement and trade communication
● Provide direct support for VIPs, special events, promotions, and trade visitsESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES
● Experience related to hospitality management, brand marketing, promotions and/or sales
● Alcohol industry experience preferred
● Passion for the spirits industry, marketing, customer engagement and brand-building
● Strong storytelling skills and ability to education and inspire up to 25+ individuals
● Effective time management and organizational skills
● Capable of providing effective input related to consumer, trade, and press events
● Self-starter with a strong sense of urgency, adventure, and entrepreneurial spirit
● High-energy, enthusiasm and a good team player
● Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
● Education – College preferred
● Ability to relocate to Saratoga, WYPREREQUISITES:
● 21 Years of Age or Older
● Active driver's license
● Ability to work off-property as a Distillery representative as-needed
● Availability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and occassional holidays, due to the nature of the business
● Must be a resourceful, enjoy working in an entrepreneurial, team atmosphere
● Must be dependable, self-starter, loyal and honestSCHEDULE/PAY/BENEFITS:
● Salary Comensurate with Experience
● Bonus OpportunityMonthly Health Care Stipend & Cell Phone Reimbursement
● Matching 401k (after one year anniversary of employment)
● Paid Time Off / Vacation / Charitable "Day of Giving"