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Description

Location: Alameda, California

Employment Status: Part Time (up to 30 hours), non-exempt

Salary Range: $23 plus tips

About St. George Spirits Inc.

Founded in 1982, St. George Spirits Inc. is America's oldest craft distillery. We are passionate about innovation and deeply committed to our craft. Our portfolio of original spirits includes a range of American single malt whiskey, as well as brandies, gins, vodkas, liqueurs, and absinthe. Our work has been recognized through a decade of James Beard Award nominations and multiple Hall of Fame honors. We are proud to be a true American original.

St. George Spirits Inc. is committed to maintaining a safe, inclusive, and compliant workplace where craftsmanship, collaboration, and accountability are core values.

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Tasting Room Manager, the Tasting Room Associate supports the day-to-day operations of the tasting room while delivering engaging, educational, and compliant guest experiences. This role serves as an ambassador for the St. George Spirits Inc. brand, providing tours, tastings, and retail support in alignment with all applicable local, state, and

federal regulations.

This position is regularly scheduled Friday through Sunday, with the potential for additional shifts for private tours and special events on other days of the week, as business needs require.

Requirements

The duties listed below represent the essential functions of the position. Duties may be adjusted or reassigned as operational needs require. Regular and reliable attendance is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals to perform these essential functions.

• Comply with all local, state, and federal regulations, including California ABC requirements
• Deliver accurate and engaging educational content during tastings, public tours, private tours, and trade visits
• Develop and maintain familiarity with the St. George Spirits Inc. portfolio and production practices
• Lead distillery tours for public, private, and industry audiences
• Assist with tasting room opening and closing procedures, including facility security protocols
• Perform general cleaning and sanitation duties (e.g., glassware, bar tops, floors, restrooms)
• Support front desk and retail operations, including guest check-in, reservation management, merchandise and bottle sales
• Communicate with guests and team members in a professional and courteous manner
• Assist with bottle handling and bar setup, including stocking, sanitizing, and maintaining pour spouts
• Maintain adequate supplies of cleaning materials and towels for tasting room operations
• Assist with bottle and merchandise inventory management
• Adhere to all safety, sanitation, and company policies
• Perform other duties as assigned    

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

• Minimum of two (2) years of professional hospitality or service experience
• High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Basic knowledge of food and beverage service preferred
• Understanding of laws and compliance requirements applicable to a distillery tasting room
• Valid California Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) Certification (or ability to obtain within required timeframe)
• Must be at least 21 years of age

Physical Demands & Work Environment

The physical demands described below are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request.

•  Ability to move frequently between the tasting room, production floor, and office areas
• Ability to climb stairs, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and balance
• Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 30 pounds
• Ability to work indoors in a hospitality environment with frequent exposure to noise
• Ability to taste, smell, and distinguish flavors and aromas as required for tastings and tours
• Ability to work safely and remain alert in a guest-facing environment

All employees are expected to perform their work safely and report any safety concerns promptly to management.

Equal Opportunity & Employment Statement

St. George Spirits is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law. The Company provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs in accordance with applicable legal requirements. Employment with St. George Spirits is at-will, meaning that either the employee or the Company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or advance notice, subject to applicable law.