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Whisky Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Runner

Chicago, IL · On-site

$17.05 - $35/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... whisky. Open for lunch, dinner and late night, the menu also incorporates Asian-inspired offerings like traditional okonomiyaki on the weekends and Late Night Fried Rice daily after 10 PM. Caring.

Bartender/Mixologist

Palm Beach Gardens, FL · On-site

$12 - $15/hr

  • Medical

As a bartender, you will be responsible for crafting and serving classic cocktails such as Old-Fashioned, Manhattan, Whisky Sour, Tom Collins, and possess knowledge of wine service and grape ...

Host

Chicago, IL · On-site

$17.05 - $24/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... whisky. Open for lunch, dinner and late night, the menu also incorporates Asian-inspired offerings like traditional okonomiyaki on the weekends and Late Night Fried Rice daily after 10 PM. Caring.

Server

Chicago, IL · On-site

$26 - $58/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... whisky. Open for lunch, dinner and late night, the menu also incorporates Asian-inspired offerings like traditional okonomiyaki on the weekends and Late Night Fried Rice daily after 10 PM. Caring.

NY · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The portfolio includes brands such as Siete Leguas Tequila, Tromba Tequila, Glenfarclas Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Glen Moray Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Cutty Sark Blended Scotch Whisky, The Last ...

Dishwasher

Chicago, IL · On-site

$17.05 - $22/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... whisky. Open for lunch, dinner and late night, the menu also incorporates Asian-inspired offerings like traditional okonomiyaki on the weekends and Late Night Fried Rice daily after 10 PM. Caring.

Curate selections of Japanese whisky, sake, shochu, wine, and specialty beverages * Collaborate with the Executive Chef to create thoughtful food pairings * Continuously explore new concepts ...

Server

Chicago, IL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... whisky. Open for lunch, dinner and late night, the menu also incorporates Asian-inspired offerings like traditional okonomiyaki on the weekends and Late Night Fried Rice daily after 10 PM. Caring.

Bartender

Washington, DC · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

The 140-seat boutique Japanese restaurant is designed by world-renowned interior designer Noriyoshi Muramatsu of Studio Glitt in Tokyo and features a bar-lounge area, wine, sake, and whisky cellars ...

Bartender

Washington, DC

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

The 140-seat boutique Japanese restaurant is designed by world-renowned interior designer Noriyoshi Muramatsu of Studio Glitt in Tokyo and features a bar-lounge area, wine, sake, and whisky cellars ...

Host

Chicago, IL

$17.05 - $24/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... whisky. Open for lunch, dinner and late night, the menu also incorporates Asian-inspired offerings like traditional okonomiyaki on the weekends and Late Night Fried Rice daily after 10 PM. Caring.

Runner

Chicago, IL · On-site

$17.05 - $35/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... whisky. Open for lunch, dinner and late night, the menu also incorporates Asian-inspired offerings like traditional okonomiyaki on the weekends and Late Night Fried Rice daily after 10 PM. Caring.

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Whisky information

What is a whisky maker?

Whisky makers, often referred to as master distillers or blenders, are professionals responsible for overseeing the production and blending of whisky. They manage the entire process, from selecting grains and controlling fermentation to distilling and aging the spirit in barrels. Their expertise ensures the final product meets specific flavor profiles and quality standards. Whisky makers often use a combination of science, tradition, and sensory evaluation to craft unique and consistent whiskies. They play a critical role in maintaining the reputation and heritage of a whisky brand.

What are some common challenges faced by whisky brand ambassadors, and how can they be addressed?

Whisky brand ambassadors often face challenges such as balancing frequent travel with personal commitments, adapting presentations to diverse audiences, and staying updated on industry trends. To overcome these, it's helpful to develop strong time management skills, embrace continuous learning about both the product and market, and build effective communication strategies for different consumer groups. Collaborating closely with marketing, sales teams, and even distillery staff also ensures consistent messaging and support throughout campaigns, making the ambassador role both dynamic and rewarding.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a whisky brand ambassador, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Whisky Brand Ambassador, you need in-depth knowledge of whisky production, tasting, and industry trends, usually supported by experience in hospitality or spirits sales. Familiarity with customer relationship management (CRM) tools, event management software, and certifications like WSET (Wine & Spirit Education Trust) are often valuable. Exceptional communication, public speaking, and networking skills help you engage audiences and build strong brand loyalty. These abilities are crucial for effectively representing the brand, educating consumers, and driving sales in a competitive market.

What is the difference between Whisky vs Bartender?

AspectWhiskyBartender
Required CredentialsKnowledge of whisky types, tasting, and storage; sometimes certifications in spirits or hospitalityCustomer service skills, mixology knowledge, sometimes bartending certifications
Work EnvironmentDistilleries, tasting rooms, retail storesBars, restaurants, events
Industry UsageProduction, tasting, and retail of spiritsServing drinks, creating cocktails, customer interaction

Whisky professionals focus on the production, tasting, and retail of whisky, requiring specialized knowledge of spirits. Bartenders, on the other hand, prepare and serve a variety of drinks, including whisky, in hospitality settings. While both roles may involve knowledge of whisky, their primary functions and environments differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Whisky job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution.

Controls/Electrical Engineer - Buffalo Trace Distillery

Buffalo Trace Distillery

Frankfort, KY • On-site

$72K - $93K/yr

Other

Re-posted 14 days ago


Job description

Company/Location Overview
Buffalo Trace Distillery is an American family-owned company based in Frankfort, Franklin County, Kentucky. The Distillery's rich tradition dates back to 1773 and includes such legends as E.H. Taylor, Jr., George T. Stagg, Albert B. Blanton, Orville Schupp, and Elmer T. Lee.
Buffalo Trace Distillery is a fully operational Distillery producing bourbon, rye and vodka on site and is a National Historic Landmark as well as is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The Distillery has won 17 distillery titles since 2000 from such notable publications as Whisky Magazine, Whisky Advocate Magazine and Wine Enthusiast Magazine. It was named "Brand Innovator of the Year" by Whisky Magazine at its Icons of Whisky America Awards 2015. Buffalo Trace Distillery has also garnered more than 300 awards for its wide range of premium whiskies. The distillery is part of the Sazerac family of companies.
For more information, please visit www.buffalotracedistillery.com or www.sazerac.com.
Job Description/Responsibilities
The Controls/Electrical Engineer is responsible for the direction and focus of the Controls/Electrical Maintenance Team activities. Organize workloads, provide technical support, and manage work quality for responsible areas; to ensure at least a 95% uptime through support of preventive/reactive maintenance, project management, systems control and general engineering.
  • Lead the development of a production automation plan for BTD that will help specify and develop hardware and software platforms throughout the distillery. Support production through the implementation and continued support of these systems as we work to develop an expandable control and monitoring system facility wide. Identify and lead cost savings initiatives within the organization
  • Our vision for the Controls Engineer is to help/guide us to develop/establish a uniform platform for all our PLC's, HMI's, VFD's and overall controls. This will lead to not only improved productivity as we become apt to address issues more reliability in a quick manner it will also help in both Electrical Safety and operation safety. Support the overall facility safety program through excellence in project management, maintenance, problem identification, and supervision and participate in the Crisis Management Project and become SME on maintenance related items with the CM plan by understanding potential crises and appropriate responses.
  • Trains and supervises 3 - 5 Electrical/Instrumentation technicians that support the facilities and electrical/ automation needs. Evaluates employee performance and skill level to determine skill improvement needs and develops improvement plans to address. Creates and develops a personal development plan with Plant Engineer to improve a skill/competency that will develop personal skills and improve performance.
  • Ensure adherence to Personal Safety, Food Safety, Quality and Environmental Policies and Practices. Lead the development and on-going updates of SOP's and processes related to MRO inventory and preventive maintenance scheduling.
  • Meets and exceeds customer expectations through supervision of Maintenance employees to deliver product on time within budget and to meet quality specifications. Troubleshoots operating problems, evaluates the situation and coordinates resolution.
  • Provide leadership to Maintenance employees in a manner consistent with the culture of the company. Ensures employees are treated fairly and with respect. Creates a team environment where all employees are encouraged to make a difference in meeting and exceeding customer expectations. Participates in efforts to address issues identified through climate surveys and make the Company "one of the industry's most desired places to be."
  • Ensures all projects and initiatives are implemented in compliance with Regulatory and Environmental guidelines
  • Keeps abreast of all technological advancements and establishes/implements a plan to train our technicians and raise the level of technical knowledge within our facility
  • Assist in development of a preventative/predictive maintenance program for electrical and controls infrastructure to include, cleaning, back-up, program logging, and thermal scanning. Maintain the documentation system, MP2, for data collection during repairs and PM activities in order to monitor deterioration rates and identify critical failure points.

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Qualifications/Requirements
Must
  • Engineering or related degree or equivalent experience
  • 5 years relevant experience (minimum)
  • Ability to manage multiple projects at one time
  • 3 years hands on electrical experience, Allen Bradley PLC programming and hardware experience, equipment trouble shooting experience
  • BSEE, BSEET, ASEE, ASEET or equivalent experience
  • Working knowledge of MS Office Products (Word, Excel and Outlook)
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Strong planning and organizational skills
Preferred
  • Proficient in Auto-Cad Software
  • Rockwell Automation controls training
  • Working knowledge of PC's, LAN's and WAN's
Physical Requirements
  • Ability to pick up and/or move objects up to 50 pounds without assistance.
  • Ability to work overtime if necessary
  • Ability to work 8 hour shift
  • In-person job attendance
  • Strong communication skills
  • Ability to read and write
  • Ability to work near moving mechanical parts
  • Ability to pay attention to detail
  • Ability to pay attention to detail
  • Noise level at work station is loud (metal can manufacturing, large earth moving equipment)
  • Ability to work with the risk of electrical shock