Share Email Opening Title Tasting Room Associate - year-round Part-Time   About the Organization While the good old boys are drinking whiskey and rye, our young, rebellious team of creators have no time for nostalgia. We're too busy relentlessly trying new things to unlock the potential of America's oldest spirit, and we are just getting started. Once the leading American spirit, Rye Whiskey faded from popularity after prohibition ...until a dedicated crew of Rye enthusiasts settled in an unlikely place, turning a historic dairy barn into a world class whiskey distillery in remote Shoreham, Vermont, where we keep the things that make Rye great, throw out the rest, and constantly innovate to make whiskey our way. Learn more at www.whistlepigwhiskey.com   Location WhistlePig Whiskey Parlour   Category Marketing   Position Tasting Room Associate   Description Position Summary Stating Hourly Rate of $20.00 There’s a lot to learn from the past. But we believe the best era for Whiskey is in front of us. We are constantly pushing ourselves to try new things and to unlock the potential of Rye Whiskey. We protect what makes Rye Whiskey great, toss out the rest, and then innovate to make it better. The WhistlePig Whiskey Parlour in quaint, downtown Quechee, VT is a gateway into our world of rye. As an integral part of our hospitality team, the Tasting Room Associate is responsible for providing the frontline guest experience at our WhistlePig Whiskey Parlour location in Simon Pearce Parker House. Tasks include serving tasting flights of whiskies, sales of retail alcohol and goods, and educating guests on our brand portfolio. The winning applicant will be a non-stop advocate of the brand, Preaching the ‘Pig, as we say, each and every day. Essential Duties 1. Convey the uniqueness of the WhistlePig Whiskey brand and our spirits to each tasting room visitor, 2. Assure that every guest enjoys an outstanding and memorable experience that leads to return visits and passionate brand advocates, 3. Maximize sales and profitability at the tasting room with sales of tastings and merchandise 4. Maintain space to reinforce standards of the brand, health and safety, and Department of Liquor Control guidelines, 5. Assist with restocking, inventory, product packing and floor upkeep 6. Ensuring the Tasting Room is always stocked with whiskey and merchandise while managing inventory in POS systems 7. Assist in occasional events, private dinners and various site activities 8. Complete projects and other duties as directed by Tasting Room Manager   Required Skills & Abilities: Must be at least 21 years old Minimum 1-2 years experience in restaurant / beverage industry, with first-hand knowledge of spirits and related topics Must have access to reliable transportation Availability to work weekends and holidays Demonstrated experience of retail sales with the ability to present product, up sell and cross sell Basic computer knowledge, skills & abilities (database, G-suite, MS office experience) Ability to lift 50lbs Passion for and interest in learning more about the local farm to table movement and craft spirits. Comfortable in social situations, at ease with engaging the public Familiarity with POS (eg. square) Must have or obtain prior to start date VT DLC 1st class Alcohol Server certification   Required Physical Abilities The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to coordinate multiple projects, customers needing attention or tasks. The employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to operate a register and pour spirits, listen and speak to exchange information, and taste or smell. The employee is frequently required to stand, move or walk for prolonged periods of time. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee is occasionally required to sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, walk and reach with hands and arms.   Position Requirements Required Skills & Abilities: Must be at least 21 years old Minimum 1-2 years experience in restaurant / beverage industry, with first-hand knowledge of spirits and related topics Must have access to reliable transportation Availability to work weekends and holidays Demonstrated experience of retail sales with the ability to present product, up sell and cross sell Basic computer knowledge, skills & abilities (database, G-suite, MS office experience) Ability to lift 50lbs Passion for and interest in learning more about the local farm to table movement and craft spirits. Comfortable in social situations, at ease with engaging the public Familiarity with POS (eg. square) Must have or obtain prior to start date VT DLC 1st class Alcohol Server certification   Required Physical Abilities: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to coordinate multiple projects, customers needing attention or tasks. The employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to operate a register and pour spirits, listen and speak to exchange information, and taste or smell. The employee is frequently required to stand, move or walk for prolonged periods of time. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee is occasionally required to sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, walk and reach with hands and arms. WhistlePig Whiskey is committed to breaking the rules, defying tradition, and blazing new trails with determination, laughter, and grit. We changed the Rye Whiskey game over a decade ago, and continue to set the standard every day, in every way, providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.   EOE Statement This philosophy and policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. WhistlePig Whiskey is committed to breaking the rules, defying tradition, and blazing new trails with determination, laughter, and grit. We changed the Rye Whiskey game over a decade ago, and continue to set the standard every day, in every way, providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. WhistlePig provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities as both applicants and employees. Such individuals are encouraged to seek accommodations to allow for application, consideration, and successful employment. We also comply with the Fair Chance Act - no need to share a criminal history or undergo a background check until we offer you a job. If a recorded conviction raises concerns for us, you'll have the opportunity to explain or dispute it.   This position is currently not accepting applications. To search for an open position, please go to http://WhistlepigGoAmericaGoBeveragesLLC.appone.com WE ALSO RECOMMEND Other Jobs Within Same Category FarmStay Host- Part Time in Shoreham, VT Posted on: 11/3/2025 [Apply Now] Other Jobs Within 60 Miles Bottling Production Operator in Middlebury, VT Posted on: 12/11/2025 [Apply Now] FarmStay Host- Part Time in Shoreham, VT Posted on: 11/3/2025 [Apply Now] Follow us

 

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