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Virginia Distillery Company, an American Single Malt Whisky distillery based in Lovingston, Virginia, is seeking Whisky Attachés who can help support events & store tastings.

Position Summary:

Virginia Distillery Company is seeking highly interested individuals who want to learn about the growing spirits industry in Virginia and beyond, who enjoy interacting with the public in support of brand development.

The core responsibilities will include conducting tastings at stores and consumer events in the local area. Whisky Attaches will be tasked with driving brand awareness, product education and product sales through these activities.

A full training program and continuous education would be provided to ensure Whisky Attachés are fully engaged in the activities at the distillery and can speak accurately and passionately about the company and the brand.

The scheduling will be flexible, but focused mainly on evening and weekend events. This would be on an as-needed basis, with no minimum guarantee of available hours per week.

The ability to lift 40 lbs and stand continuously for hours at a time are required. Preferred background includes people with customer service, theater, adult beverage, brand and marketing experience. Must be friendly, outgoing and excited about interacting with a variety of people in support of educating consumers on Virginia Distillery Company products.

Requirements:

• 21+
• Outgoing and Engaging
• Articulate and Goal Oriented
• Dependable, Reliable, On-time and Professional at all times
• Sales experience preferred
• Experience in the spirits industry is preferred – a love for whisky a definite plus!

The locations available for the Whisky Attaché positions are in the following locations:

• New York, NY
• White Plains, NY
• Boston, MA
• Hartford, CT
• Fairfield, CT
• St. Louis, MO
• Kansas City, MO
• Chicago, IL
• Memphis, TN
• Detroit, MI
• Farmington, MI
• Lynchburg, VA
• Northern VA
• Virginia Beach, VA
• Montgomery County, MD
• Ft. Lauderdale, FL
• Jacksonville, FL

To apply, email your cover letter and resume to jessica@vadistillery.com and mention the location you're interested in applying for.