Tasting Shack Retail Associate @ Spruce Peak, 24-25 Winter Season beginning 11/18

Job Title: Tasting Shack Retail Associate - start date November 18

Department: WhistlePig Tasting Shack at Spruce Peak (Marketing)

Reports to: Brand Manager

Summary

Are you ready to blend fun with work? We're seeking full- and part-time Tasting Shack Retail Associates to bring the spirit of WhistlePig Whiskey to life at our slopeside location at Spruce Peak. This role is focused on introducing our guests to our exceptional whiskies, and making retail magic happen. It's all about the perfect balance of brand education and good times. Get ready to be the champion of guest experience and create unforgettable moments.

Key Responsibilities

As the Tasting Shack Retail Associate, your responsibilities include:

• Providing guests with the best possible experience, fostering relationships that promote sales and brand loyalty.
• Pouring requested samples of our exquisite whiskey.
• Encouraging customers to dive into the world of WhistlePig Whiskies.
• Educating guests about the fascinating history and range of WhistlePig products.
• Skillfully using our point of sale system for smooth transactions.
• Nailing opening and closing procedures - setting up, breaking down, table arrangements, glassware shining - all things Tasting Shack.
• Following procedures and keeping our whiskey and merchandise fully stocked.
• Maintaining the aesthetics of our prime-location space - we want it looking sharp!
• Closing out the daily transactions through the point of sale system and reporting daily sales.
  
  

Qualifications

To rock this role, you'll need to have:

• Due to the sensory requirements of the job (occasional tastes are a thing!) candidates must be a minimum age of 21 (sorry, it's the law).
• Reliable transportation - you've got to get here!
• A genuine passion for spirits and related topics.
• Retail sales experience - you're the master of product presentation and upselling.
• Basic computer skills (MS Office, POS systems).
• A schedule you can commit to; the Tasting Shack hours will be open 7 days/week.
• A pigtastic personality, and the ability to solve problems on the fly.
• Stamina - you can stand for ages, and you're strong enough to lift up to 50 pounds.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, & Required Experience

We're looking for candidates with:

• 1-3 years of retail experience.
• A VT DLC 1st class alcohol server certification before you start (we can help you obtain this if you do not already have it).
• Experience in restaurants, bars, hospitality, or service is a major advantage.
  
  

Physical Demands

You'll need to:

• Juggle multiple projects, customer needs, and tasks like a pro.
• Use your hands and fingers to operate a register, plus pouring spirits, listening to and speaking with customers, and even taste and smell as part of the brand education.
• Be on your feet, moving or walking for extended periods.
• Lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Be ready for the occasional sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and reaching.
  
  

Training

We'll equip you with:

• Brand training before go-live with our Whiskey team and Marketing maestros.
• On-site training before you launch into the fun for the winter season.
  
  

Compensation & Benefits Offered

• Competitive hourly wage: $22/hr
• Paid holidays, with double-pay for holidays worked (hourly rate 8 hours of holiday pay)
• End of season pass reimbursement, subject to eligibility and limitations
  
  

Are you up for the challenge? If you're ready to bring the joy of WhistlePig Whiskey to our guests and make every day a spirited adventure, we want to hear from you. We’re hoping to nail the WhistlePig experience at Spruce Peak, and expand this role’s local market support and brand ambassador presence within the Stowe area!

Let's raise a glass to a fantastic role!