Southern Tier Distilling Company, newly operational, is committed to producing world-class spirits. Our brand mission is centered on quality, flavor and innovation. The distillery has a state-of-the-art 5000L German built still which utilizes modern technology to produce clear and brown spirits.
We are looking for a creative, enthusiastic, “SPIRIT-ed” individual to head up our distilling production in this brand new facility.
The Head Distiller understands and performs all aspects of distillation from grain to glass.
Interested in applying? Submit a resume and cover letter to jobs@southerntierbrewing.com by May 12th
Duties and Responsibilities:
· Achieve desired quality and production goals
· Distillery Related Operations – make wash, grind grain(s), transfer to fermenters, determine quality (heads, hearts & tails), and operate filler
· Maintain all production equipment and keep work area organized and safe
· Keep ingredients and supplies in adequate supply to meet production needs
· Must be able to work any shift in a 24 hour schedule
· Conduct Tours, attend special events as needed
The Head Distiller must possess:
· A love for what they do
· The knowledge and desire to develop flavor profiles
· Basic knowledge of chemistry and biology, with respect to the distillation process
· Microsoft Office Skills, particularly Excel spreadsheets
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Minimum Education &/or Experience required:
· A formal distilling education or professional experience is considered above all else
· Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a Commercial Production Distillery
· High School Diploma, or higher, with five (5) years manufacturing experience in a brewing or distilling environment