What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tasting Room Team Member - Craft Distillery position at Larrakin Bourbon Co.?
Larrikin Bourbon Co. is a Veteran-owned craft distillery that brings a bit of Aussie cheek to America’s native spirit, blending tradition with a pluck and irreverence.
Located in Lawrenceburg, KY, Larrikin Bourbon Co. is a member of The Kentucky Bourbon Trail and hosts bourbon tourists all year-round, providing unique tasting experiences, recognized by hundreds of 5-star Google reviews.
We're seeking an experienced, dynamic larrikin to join our tasting room team that thrives in a fun, but sales-focused and often-times high pressure environment.
Duties are wide and varied, and include greeting guests, guiding them through our various experiences, chatting about Larrikin Bourbon, making amazing drinks, and ensuring they leave with bottles in their hands and smiles on their faces!
**What You'll Do:**
Share your bourbon knowledge through engaging tastings and presentations. Lead interactive tastings that bring the bourbon experience to life. Create a welcoming atmosphere that turns casual visitors into lifelong Larrikin Bourbon enthusiasts. Exceed sales goals set for the team during each shift.
**What We're Looking For:**
- Distillery/bourbon industry experience is preferred.
- A storyteller with genuine enthusiasm for the Larrikin story and Kentucky bourbon.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to understand and engage diverse audiences
- Extraordinary customer service skills, with a friendly and outgoing personality
- Ability to work weekends and some holidays
- Ability to work well under pressure and manage multiple tasks
- Ability to make a simple cocktail, or a willingness to learn.
- Persuasive sales skills and the ability to close
- Knowledge of point-of-sale/Square systems
- Knowledge of bourbon history and production (or eagerness to learn)
- Experience in hospitality, customer service, or beverage industry is essential
- Ability to work weekends and some holidays
- Punctuality.
- Reliable transportation.
- Must be 21 or older
**Why You'll Love It Here:**
- Immerse yourself in bourbon culture at our award-winning Kentucky bourbon distillery
- Comprehensive bourbon education and tasting training
- Opportunity to earn Stave & Thief certification – on us
- Terrific employee discount on merchandise and bottles
- Competitive pay
- Be part of a passionate team that feels like family
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid training
Shift:
- 8 hour shift
Experience:
- Hospitality: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Lawrenceburg, KY 40342 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17