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Knox Whiskey Works (KWW) located in Downtown Knoxville, East Tennessee is looking to hire an Assistant Distiller with appropriate experience. KWW makes White Whiskey, bourbon, gin, vodka, and several liqueurs. KWW began operations in 2015, is now distributed throughout East Tennessee, and is open seven days a week. Assistant Distiller position will be a Monday-Friday position with paid overtime and benefits after six months. Salary is negotiable based on experience. DUTIES: Assist in day to day operation of the distillery (i.e. mashing, fermentation, distillation and maintenance of the distillery). Other duties include bottling, inventory, and record keeping. SKILLS: Applicant must be dependable, hardworking and professional. Assistant must be physically able to repeatedly lift 50 lbs and be prepared to be on their feet continuously. Forklift experience is a plus. EDUCATION: Experience in brewing, fermentation, yeast propagation and distillation. Basic computer skills are required. OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Company representation at industry events may be required. A flexible schedule is also essential. The ability to conduct 30 minute tours of the distillery is also required. A script will be given to the assistant. Please call David at (865) 696-4916. e-Mail your resume and contact information to davidewan@me.com
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Knox Whiskey Works, located in downtown Knoxville, TN is looking for a head distiller. We are a new distillery opening late Summer 2015 with a strong focus on locally-sourced, high quality ingredients. We will be representing the best of East Tennessee through our spirits from heirloom corn whiskey to local, collaboratively-developed spirits. The head distiller needs to be able to develop, produce and manage our whiskey production, and bring innovation and creativity to our specialty, experimental spirit line. The head distiller will have the full support of our managers and staff. We are the first distillery in Knoxville in over 100 years and we need someone who wants to take on the challenges of a new small distillery. Responsibilities include: All distillery operations including mashing through distillation, TTB reporting, record keeping, and maintenance and cleaning. Representing our distillery locally and nationwide Requirements: Previous distillery, winery or brewery experience. Willing to train the right candidate, through external distilling classes, who possess a strong willingness to learn and understand the technical details of spirit development and production. Multi-tasking abilities and able to work in a small team in a tight environment Decisive and able to lead and teach staff Strong attention to detail Great attitude with the ability to bounce back from failures A creative mind who wants to expand and redefine spirits Strongly desired: Previous whiskey production experience Understanding of mechanical equipment in distillery environment Must be prepared to work longs days when needed Refined palate If you are interested in working in a small distillery with great growth potential and strong managerial support, contact us at contact@knoxwhiskeyworks.com www.knoxwhiskeyworks.com
