Black Button Distilling is seeking individuals who are interested in educating consumers on local craft spirits at events at various locations throughout New York State. Those who see the whiskey glass as half full and have passion for responsibly celebrating with high quality spirits should apply.
As a Brand Ambassador with Black Button Distilling (BBD), you will be the face of our products, hosting a wide array of events and product tastings while sharing the company’s history and quality products with community members. We are looking for part time Brand Ambassadors who will be assigned to liquor store tastings, industry events and/or outside market/festival events. Shifts will generally be scheduled Fridays after 2:45pm, Saturdays, occasionally Sundays after 10am and on Thursdays after 2:45pm. We require working a minimum of 4 shifts per month.
As a New York State Farm Distillery, Black Button Distilling is deeply committed to crafting high quality small batch spirits with New York State grown and produced ingredients. Over 90% of ingredients in Black Button Distilling spirits are grown or produced in New York State. We offer craft bourbon, whiskey, gin, vodka and a whole lot more. This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of the growing craft beverage industry.
Responsibilities: Being a Brand Ambassador at Black Button Events is a hospitality and sales position. The Brand Ambassador is responsible for:
- Arriving on-time
- Driving to assigned store or event locations
- Transport, Set-up and take-down of any equipment, product, and marketing materials (offsite)
- Understanding and educating customers on the products and history of Black Button Distilling
- Selling bottles at the markets and festivals
- Providing genuine, friendly, courteous, professional service to all team members, distributors and customers
- Utilization of problem-solving skills when situations do not go as planned
- Constant communication with team members and the Offsite Events Manager
- Proper mixology and/or product knowledge. Training provided
- Other duties as assigned in support of the business operations such as inventory of supplies, transfer of supplies, etc.
- Available to work 1-2 shifts each weekend (4 shifts per month guarantee). Additional hours may be, but flexibility is a must.
Qualifications:
- Passion for distilled and craft spirits, knowledge of spirits
- Prior experience with group interactions, presenting and/or working events
- Sales experience a plus
- Availability and willingness to travel locally with products for tasting/sales event
- Positive and friendly , demonstrates top notch customer service
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively at all times, through written and verbal forms
- Must be able to sample the product and to effectively communicate product benefits
- Practice 100% compliance with all TTB and NYS Liquor Authority laws and directives at all times.
- Comfort with ambiguity and change, demonstrating a calm demeanor in challenging situations
- Legally eligible to work in the US
- Be at least 21 years old
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation is required.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to frequently lift at least 30 lbs, at times 50lbs
- Standing- up to 12 hours per day on occasion
- Able to occasionally work outside in all weather conditions (farm markets and festivals)
We are hiring for Brand Ambassadors in multiple locations!
- Rochester
- Syracuse
- Fayettville
- Cazenovia
- Ithaca
- Cortland
- Lodi
- Ovid
- Union Springs
- Niagara Falls
- Buffalo
- Geneva
- North Tonawanda
- Schenectady
- Saratoga Springs
- Utica
- Valley Stream (Long Island)
- Watkins Glen
- Horseheads
- Suffolk County
- Nassau County
- Islip
- Manhattan
- Hudson valley
Black Button Brand Ambassadors receive training, a discount on our incredible products, free Black Button attire, paid travel for events outside your home county, and flexible hours! This opportunity is a great way to put some extra cash into your pockets while being involved with fun spirited events.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Referral program
Schedule:
Application Question(s):
- Are you at least 21 years of age?
- Available to work Saturday and/or Sunday days?
- Have reliable transportation to travel around the city/county area with tasting products and supplies.
- Available to work 4-hour shifts on Thursday and/or Friday starting at 2:45p or 3:45pm?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Group interaction, presenting and/or sales: 1 year (Preferred)
- Customer Service/Hospitality: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- NYS Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- New York State: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: On the road